The song is beloved for its unique lyrics and playful choreography.
The group is gaining attention in the global market while continuing their activities.
[TV Daily Reporter Han Seo-yul] Group ILLIT has achieved another milestone with their track on global music streaming platform Spotify. As of January 12, the title track 'Borrowed Cat (Do the Dance)' from their mini album 'Night (bomb)' has accumulated over 100 million streams, marking the fifth song in their discography to reach this impressive milestone.
'Borrowed Cat' captures the excitement of a first date, featuring unique lyrics like 'Kungsilnyaong' and 'Doomchitnyaong,' along with agile choreography reminiscent of a cat, making it a hit among the younger generation. Since its release last June, the track has maintained a stable presence on the domestic charts, showcasing its long-lasting appeal.
International media is also taking notice. U.S. media outlet 'PopMatters' included 'Borrowed Cat' in their list of '15 Best K-pop Songs of 2025,' praising it for maintaining ILLIT's bright image while paving the way for new musical exploration.
'Borrowed Cat' is a perfect representation of ILLIT's musical identity. The humorous lyrics combined with an uplifting melody showcase the positive vibes increasingly highlighted in K-pop, especially resonating with younger fans. By embracing these trends, ILLIT has successfully carved out space for their musical success.
Furthermore, ILLIT's impressive cumulative stream count illustrates their growing significance in the K-pop scene. With over 2.3 billion streams, this metric goes beyond mere numbers, indicating the unique musical narrative they are developing alongside their dedicated fanbase. Notably, tracks like 'Magnetic' have set records for K-pop debut songs, affirming their musical prowess.
Their recent activities also continue to garner attention in the global market. The positive reception of ‘Not Cute Anymore’ on the Billboard charts signifies that ILLIT is establishing its presence internationally. This ongoing success fortifies their identity as a K-pop group while enhancing their global influence.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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