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Red Velvet returned in June 2024 with their 7th mini-album, Cosmic, after a 7-month hiatus from their previous comeback (Chill Kill in November 2023). The mini-album features the title track of the same name as the mini-album and five additional side tracks. The mini-album was re-released in September 2024 to include the special single, Sweet Dream, to commemorate their 10th year together. Today, I am finally getting around to reviewing the full mini-album. Overall, Cosmic was a strong mini-album, fitting for both Red Velvet’s style and discography. Continue reading to see if you agree with my thoughts on both the Cosmic mini-album and its individual songs.

1. Cosmic (Title Track) – Click here for the full review for Cosmic. (9/10)

2. Sunflower – Red Velvet kills it in Sunflower. It is dance pop track, which boasts stunning vocals from the members and awesome EDM instrumental that gives the song so much oomph. The melodies and hooks make Sunflower so addictive and vibrant. I found it very hard to pass this track. (10/10)

3. Last Drop – Last Drop revisits Red Velvet’s velvet side. I enjoyed the smooth R&B pop instrumentation, which helped make Last Drop feel drifty. The all-member vocals in the chorus make Last Drop stunning, while everyone holds their ground extremely well. The spoken words that form part of the bridge were also a nice addition. (8/10)

4. Love Arcade – We return to the ‘red’ side of Red Velvet in Love Arcade. They turn the bright and cuteness dial a fair bit. The instrumental is fun, sometimes feeling like a cute arcade game and music box. The vocals were lovely and added a very youthful energy to the song. The bridge concentrates the cute instrumental detailing – a great direction for the song. Though, I think there is opportunity for the bridge to be more prolonged and intense to give some extra oomph. (9/10)

5. Bubble – Bubble is a nice song. The track features a mid-tempo synth-pop instrumentation. While I find everything likeable, I notice Bubble just doesn’t get as much attention as the other songs on the mini-album from me. I put this down to the melodies, which feel typical and standard compared to the rest of the mini-album. (7/10)

6. Night Drive – Night Drive is also another nice song. But there is a difference between Night Drive and Bubble. What ultimately wins me over are vocals – I think Red Velvet sounds better in Night Drive. WENDY’s high note and ad-libs are stunning, and the members just sound wholesome when they sing together in the choruses. The R&B instrumental is quite atmospheric and dreamy. Night Drive felt like you were lying on the ground and looking up at the night sky filled with stars. (9/10)

7. Sweet Dreams – Click here for the full review for Sweet Dreams. (8/10)

Overall Album Rating – 8.6/10