Choi Yena
Former IZ*ONE member Choi Yena, after a hiatus of 7 months, is gearing up for a comeback, and fans are buzzing with excitement. This January, she will release her 3rd mini-album, “GOOD MORNING,” expected to be a fresh chapter in her journey with a more mature musical vibe and some “introspective realness.”
Yuehua Ent describes the title track as a fusion of upbeat lyrics and sounds that symbolize a bright and beautiful morning after some dark times. Choi Yena contributed to the songwriting process, showcasing her skills.
In June 2023, a controversy was sparked when Choi Yena dropped “Hate Rodrigo,” catching heat for supposedly dissing American pop star Olivia Rodrigo. With the upcoming album, fans are curious if Choi Yena can shake off the controversies of the past.
Lee Hi
Lee Hi is scheduled to release “My Beloved,” a new song following her recent collab with Sung Si Kyung in “Alley.”
“My Beloved” is being talked about as a showcase of Lee Hi’s “simple yet sentimental” vocals. “My Beloved” will also tie into the theme of the previous ballad “Alley.”
“Alley” marks Lee Hi’s return to the K-pop scene after a two-year break. Releasing a new song within a month shows her readiness to be more active this year.
MAMAMOO’s Solar
MAMAMOO’s Solar recently teased the return of her “Solar Emotion” series after a hiatus that lasted over 5 months. This series aims to put a fresh spin on classic Korean hits with Solar’s own unique touch.
The upcoming release will feature a rendition of “Love Has Gone,” a hit from 1991, originally sung by Kim Kwang Seok.
Since her debut in 2014 under RBW Entertainment, MAMAMOO has been showered with praise for their amazing vocals and distinctive colors. Solar, in particular, has earned herself the title of having an “angelic” voice, especially after her collaboration with Moonbyul in the unit MAMAMOO+ back in August 2023.
WJSN’s Seola
Seola is set to kick off her solo debut this January 23 with the release of “INSIDE OUT.” Seola is going to be the first WJSN member to debut as a solo artist.
Fans are hyped for Seola’s solo release, given that she’s the main vocalist in WJSN. The multi-talented idol not only contributes to the production of WJSN’s music but also joined forces with EXY, Bona, and Eunseo to form the sub-unit The Black back in 2021.
Source: K14
