The situation
Red Velvet's Joy has released her debut solo mini-album "From JOY, with Love", marking the beginning of a solo parade among K-pop idols. Other members, including Wendy, are also preparing for their solo debuts, with Wendy set to release a solo album in September followed by a world tour. The K-pop calendar is packed with debuts, comebacks, and world tours through late August and September.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens on Theqoo are discussing the upcoming solo releases, with some expressing excitement for Wendy's world tour and others comparing the solo debuts of different idols, noting that Joy's album is a *_μ¬μ΄λ€_* (a refreshing surprise) amidst the summer releases.
- The announcement of Haechan's solo debut with the album "TASTE" has also generated buzz, with fans analyzing the title's double meaning and anticipating the showcase of his personal color in the music.
- — "Joy's album is giving me *_λμΉ_* (a subtle, intuitive feeling) that Red Velvet members are going to slay the solo game this year, and I'm here for it."
The open question
The exact tracklist and details of Wendy's solo album remain unconfirmed, leaving fans wondering what to expect from her first solo release since leaving SM Entertainment. The success of these solo debuts will also be closely watched, as it may set the tone for future solo releases from other group members.
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