What makes Hush by Miss A notable?

Hush debuted at number three on the Gaon Album Chart, illustrating its strong commercial performance within South Korea. The title track achieved notable success, further establishing Miss A's reputation for delivering catchy pop anthems. Additionally, the album is recognized for contributing to the continued rise of girl groups in K-pop during a time when the genre was rapidly expanding internationally. Released on January 1, 2013, Hush is Miss A's second studio album, following their successful debut album A Class in 2011. At this point in their career, Miss A was solidifying their presence in the K-pop scene after gaining significant attention with hits like Bad Girl Good Girl. The album reflects both their commercial appeal and artistic growth as they navigated the competitive landscape of K-pop.

Hush works well if you're into high-energy party anthems, catchy hooks for sing-alongs and upbeat tracks for celebrations.

How many songs are on Hush?

Hush has 16 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Hush

Miss A · 2013

56 min · 16 tracks · K-pop

A blend of catchy hooks and polished production, Hush showcases the vibrant energy and confidence of K-pop's evolving sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hush — The title track encapsulates the album's confident tone with its infectious chorus and sleek choreography, making it a quintessential K-pop hit.
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Love Is U — This track stands out with its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, showcasing the group's vocal harmonies and energetic style.
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(Mama) I'm Good — With its empowering message and catchy hook, this song highlights Miss A's ability to blend fun with self-assurance, resonating well with their audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong hooks and polished production but lacks significant depth or innovation.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while the sixth track introduces a slower groove that alters the album's energy.
Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies, with call-and-response sections that engage listeners and create dynamic shifts.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

high-energy party anthems
catchy hooks for sing-alongs
upbeat tracks for celebrations
playful confidence and vibrancy

Maybe skip if you

slow, introspective listening sessions
minimalist sound exploration

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2013, Hush is Miss A's second studio album, following their successful debut album A Class in 2011. At this point in their career, Miss A was solidifying their presence in the K-pop scene after gaining significant attention with hits like Bad Girl Good Girl. The album reflects both their commercial appeal and artistic growth as they navigated the competitive landscape of K-pop.
Stylistic neighbors: 2NE1· Girls' Generation· Wonder Girls