"Hot Mess" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Aespa for their Japanese debut maxi single of the same name.

It was released as a CD single by SM Entertainment and Warner Music Japan on July 3, 2024.

On June 3, 2024, SM Entertainment announced that Aespa would be making their Japanese debut with the maxi single titled "Hot Mess" on July 3.

[3] "Hot Mess" was written by H.Toyosaki, composed and arranged by Kenzie and Moonshine, with Moa "Cazzi Opeia" Carlebecker and Ellen Berg participating in the composition.

[4] It was described as a "high-energy" dance song featuring "distinctive saxophone rhythm" with lyrics "containing a message of independence".