The song was praised for its sophisticated production and earworm hook. It performed exceptionally well on Korean digital charts, helping NewJeans achieve a "Perfect All-Kill" with their debut EP—a rare feat for a new group. Critics often highlight "Cookie" as a key example of the "New Jersey Club" influence that defines much of the group's early discography. Controversy
: Successfully charted, cementing their international appeal early on. NewJeans (뉴진스) - Cookie 「Audio」
Unlike the high-energy "Hype Boy" or the dreamy "Attention," "Cookie" is built on a . The track features: The song was praised for its sophisticated production
: A relaxed, conversational style that highlights the group's natural vocal tones. NewJeans (뉴진스) - Cookie 「Audio」
: The EP NewJeans won "Best K-Pop Album" at the 20th Korean Music Awards, with "Cookie" cited as a standout track.