K-Pop Stars Chaeyoung, Dayoung, and Nana Embark on Solo Careers

A wave of talented female solo artists is making their debut, showcasing their unique musical styles. From TWICE's Chaeyoung to former After School member Nana, these artists, who have achieved remarkable success in their groups, are now stepping into the spotlight as solo performers.

TWICE's Chaeyoung is set to make her solo debut on the 12th with her first full-length album, 'LIL FANTASY vol.1'. Following in the footsteps of Nayeon, Jihyo, and Tzuyu, Chaeyoung becomes the fourth member of TWICE to embark on a solo career. She has been deeply involved in the music production and visual creative direction, infusing her personal artistic touch throughout the album. The album features design elements inspired by Chaeyoung's own hand-drawn illustrations, offering both auditory and visual enjoyment.

Chaeyoung's solo title track, 'SHOOT (Firecracker)', highlights a catchy melody line and showcases her bold ambitions. On the day before the album release, she will host a pre-listening event at Hannam House in Seoul, allowing fans to experience her new music firsthand.

WJSN's Dayoung will unveil her new song 'Body' on Mnet's 'M Countdown' on the 11th. Having released her first solo digital single album 'gonna love me, right?' on the 9th, Dayoung marks her solo debut after nine years in the industry. 'Body' is a pop track characterized by its punchy beat and a catchy, repetitive chorus.

Dayoung has dedicated herself to her solo debut, appearing on Moonbyul's YouTube channel to share her journey. "I've been preparing for my solo debut for three years. It's music I truly love," she said. "For two of those years, I focused on honing my skills, and the last year was spent fully committed to this project." She also revealed that she lost 12kg through a combination of exercise and diet management.

Nana is set to make her solo debut on her birthday, the 14th. Known more for her acting than her singing in recent years, Nana returns to the music scene with an album that reflects her 16-year career. She participated in producing all the tracks and was involved in the music video production for each song, including the title track.

This solo album, celebrating her upcoming 16th anniversary, captures Nana's honest emotions and her anticipation for new beginnings. On the 10th, she released her first teaser video, which featured a dark and intense atmosphere, leaving a strong impression despite its brief 26-second duration.

Fans are eagerly anticipating the unique musical offerings these artists will present as solo performers.

Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr