I’ve listed my “top tens” for many artists, but it’s time to rummage through entire discographies and rank every single from worst to best. This feature will primarily tackle groups who have disbanded or gone on indefinite hiatus. It’s a way for me to re-evaluate my initial thoughts on their singles run. Don’t be surprised if the order has changed from past countdowns. These things are always in flux!
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17. Wow War Tonight (2016)
I’m putting this at the bottom not because it’s a bad song (it’s an amazing classic, actually), but because it’s been covered by a million J-pop acts already and AOA’s version doesn’t really do anything new with it. (full review)
16. I’m Jelly Baby (AOA Cream) (2016)
I was overly harsh on this when it was released. It’s still not a favorite, but I love the funky synths and the melodies are great. (full review)
15. Bing Bing (2017)
This feels like a lesser version of other tracks, but its brassy bounce is still satisfying. (full review)
14. Confused (2013)
This big brassy sound suits them very well.
13. Come See Me (2019)
This is a nice EDM banger to send the group off. It’s not as memorable as their best work, but still embraces the campy fun they were known for. (full review)
12. Bingle Bangle (2018)
This chirpy summer sound is a bit different for AOA but includes enough of their musical hallmarks to work well. (full review)
11. Good Luck (2016)
I like this, but it feels like a comedown after their excellent 2014-15 material. The mini album’s great, though. (full review)
10. Give Me The Love (ft. T.M.Revolution) (2016)
It’s still crazy to me that AOA collaborated with T.M.Revolution of all people. The song is good, but should be amazing given this level of talent. (full review)
9. Moa (AOA Black) (2013)
Despite this being the group’s first “band” release, it actually sounds closer to the Brave Brothers produced pop that would eventually make them huge.
8. Oh Boy (2015)
AOA’s Japanese work maintained many of the elements that made their K-pop releases so successful and Oh Boy is the strongest example.
7. Excuse Me (2017)
The swirling, hypnotic chorus is such a successful hook. (full review)
6. Miniskirt (2014)
This was the big breakout moment for AOA and it’s easy to see why. It’s so slinky and addictive. (full review)
5. Get Out (2012)
The synths and overall production are super dated, but in a fun way. Great melodies help this stand out.
4. Short Hair (2014)
At this point, AOA had really found their groove. Short Hair’s chorus remains one of 2014’s most enduring.
3. Elvis (2012)
This is such a quirky sound, showing how to perfectly balance bratty sing-talk with ultra-catchy melodies and thrilling production. (full review)
2. Like A Cat (2014)
What an earworm! I’m not sure any song has ever captured feline slinkiness better. The chorus is still so addictive today. (full review)
1. Heart Attack (2015)
Fun fact: this is actually my second most-played girl group track… ever. (Well, at least since I started keeping track in mid-2015.) That’s how much I love it. As far as I’m concerned, this is K-pop (and Brave Brothers) perfection.