SECRET‘s Song Ji Eun has returned with a new solo single called “It’s Cold“.
On January 18th, the talented vocalist released her OST contribution for the popular SBS drama, ‘Please Take Care of Us, Captain‘. Her music video combines scenes from the drama with cuts of her recording in the studio.
Check out her MV below!
Source: allkpop
15 November:
In the picture, Song Ji Eun is wearing a white halter top with a polka-dotted pink ribbon to perfectly accentuate her adorable image, finished off with her hair tied up in two buns.
Netizens commented, “She is the cutest“, “I think she becomes more and more refreshing“, “I really liked ‘Shy Boy’“.
Meanwhile, Secret is currently actively performing with the song, ‘Love is MOVE‘.
2 April:
From the backstage of KBS’s “Music Bank,” Ji Eun stated, “I didn’t have a lot of expectations for my solo promotions, so I’m glad that the public showed so much love for the song. I just wish that I had a bit more time to promote it. I was sick with a cold all month long, which hindered my ability to perform at my best for my mere three weeks of promotions. I’ve definitely realized the importance of health management.”
She continued, “If there’s anything I’ve gained from this experience, it’s that I’ve learned to better express myself with the help of Bang Yong Guk. From here on out, I’ll be focusing on SECRET’s upcoming album, so please wait just two more months.”
Rapper Bang Yong Guk commented, “I’ve realized that actually being on stage is vastly different from everything I’ve rehearsed for and that I still have more to learn. If there’s anything I’m disappointed in, it’s that I wish I had written the lyrics a bit better. I knew that I didn’t express the actions of a true stalker as well as I could have, and I’m regretful that I couldn’t show more on stage.”
Rapper Bang Yong Guk commented, “I’ve realized that actually being on stage is vastly different from everything I’ve rehearsed for and that I still have more to learn. If there’s anything I’m disappointed in, it’s that I wish I had written the lyrics a bit better. I knew that I didn’t express the actions of a true stalker as well as I could have, and I’m regretful that I couldn’t show more on stage.”
With a laugh, he concluded, “I’ll now be going back to my original position as a trainee. I’d like to thank all of the fans who have supported us and shown their love.”
27 Maret:
“I never expected such a response. Our agency had initially expected to be met with a loss for the album, but pushed forward anyway. Our goal was to rank in the top 30 on digital charts, since we were just aiming to show that I had other images aside from what I show with SECRET. The response I’ve been receiving actually amazes me,” she explained.
She shouldn’t be surprised though, especially since “Going Crazy” dominated the charts the second it was released. It topped Gaon’s top 100 digital chart for the third week of March, showing a “crazy” presence everywhere it ranked. While TS Entertainment had initially planned for a two-week promotion period, the explosive response led them to extend it a bit more.
She revealed, “We’ve always done something cute and bright or something sad, like ballads. We’ve never done such a strong ballad genre before. It was really difficult for me to find my pitch during the recording. In my daily speech, I usually beat around the bush, so the lyrics were a bit difficult for me as well since it contained a lot of direct expressions.”
But through consistent practice, she was able to find her pitch and make the lyrics her own. ”It wasn’t a tone I was confident in, so I really worked hard on it. Even while promoting for ‘Shy Boy,’ I stayed up all night rehearsing because of the pressures I felt for my solo.”
The song’s haunting lyrics also worried her, since she wasn’t sure whether the public would be able to connect with it. “I was afraid the public would listen to the lyrics and shudder.”
When asked about her radical transformation, she replied, “My parents always ask me why I dyed my hair such a color and come out on TV not looking pretty. Those around me don’t really like it either. As for me, I know that I will have more opportunities to show ‘prettier sides’ in the future, so I was okay with giving that up this time in order to better express the anger and pain of my lyrics.”
She continued, “I finally feel like I’ve managed to open a door inside of me that I couldn’t before.”
“I’ve also gained an interest in acting,” she revealed. “While preparing for my solo, I realized that singing and acting both go hand in hand, especially since we have to deliver our emotions to the listeners. Working as a soloist, I need to be able to express myself through my gaze.”
Ji Eun continued, “I was always curious about how acting was done, so I observed Min Hyo Rin unni when she was acting for my music video. Thanks to her, I learned a lot.”
Moving onto the topic of variety programs, Song Ji Eun revealed, “Personally, I have an interest in working with variety programs, but I don’t feel that I have the talent for it so I don’t intend to pursue it. Acting, however, is something I do want to try. I don’t particularly feel a connection with roles that are loved no matter what; I’d love to try someone like Uhm Ji Won in ‘Sign‘ or Eunjung in ‘Dream High‘, since they both have their own unique styles.”
22 Maret: After briefly pausing her solo activities due to a severe cold, SECRET’s Ji Eun will be returning to the stage this week!
On March 22nd, TS Entertainment spoke through Star News and revealed, “She was forced to lip-sync because of her severe cold, but her condition has improved greatly. She’s been resting, moving only to receive treatment at the hospital and return home.”
They continued, “She’ll still need some time for the final results to come out, but she will be returning to the stage within the week.”
Song Ji Eun had contracted the cold earlier in March after SECRET returned from multiple overseas schedules. The drastic changes in temperature proved to be too taxing for her body, and Ji Eun was forced to lip-sync for the very first time on an ‘M! Countdown‘ performance last week.
18 Maret: Thanks to its enormous popularity, SECRET’s Ji Eun has extended promotions for her solo debut single, “Going Crazy”.
After SECRET wrapped up their promotions for “Shy Boy”, member Song Ji Eun returned to the music scene to release her first solo work. The song quickly achieved immense popularity, and was ranked #1 in real time for both music and mobile ringtone charts.
TS Entertainment revealed, “This year, we wanted to promote her solo single for only a short period of time. However, because the response has been far better than what we had expected, we’ve decided to extend her promotions until the end of March.”
Ji Eun will return to SECRET after she concludes her solo promotions in order to work on the group’s new album. Meanwhile, rapper Bang Yong Guk will resume training for his official debut with a new male idol group, the date for which has yet to be determined.
SECRET’s Ji Eun is in the midst of promotion for her solo track, “Going Crazy“, but she’s encountered a frustrating obstacle in the form of a severe cold.
On March 18th, representatives of TS Entertainment warned, “Recently, Ji Eun went overseas with SECRET for another schedule in a country with a severe temperature difference. She caught a cold in the process. She’s struggling with her condition right now.”
Consequently, Ji Eun was forced to lip-sync during her March 17th performance on Mnet’s “M! Countdown“. It’s the first time she’s ever had to lip-sync on a music program in her entire career.
Consequently, Ji Eun was forced to lip-sync during her March 17th performance on Mnet’s “M! Countdown“. It’s the first time she’s ever had to lip-sync on a music program in her entire career.
The representatives continued, “Due to her cold and condition, she had to lip-sync for the performance. She is receiving treatment at a hospital to quickly recover, so we will be trying our best to make sure that she can perform live soon.”
When told of her popularity, however, Ji Eun cocked her head with confusion. “When I was just about to release the album, I thought to myself that I’d consider it a success if it even ranked in the top 50. My agency didn’t give me any pressure about music chart rankings since this album aimed to show my talent as a singer, and the image transformation I was capable of. The results are definitely better than what we all expected, so it’s a great feeling.”
In order to prepare for her solo comeback, Ji Eun revealed that she worked especially hard so that she would not falter before the pressures of going solo. She paid close attention to her facial expressions and breathing techniques, and even took piano lessons to perfect her stage.
Ji Eun explained, “Now that I’ve begun performing on TV as a solo, I’ve realized that facial expressions are extremely important. Before, I thought my live singing was the most important, and since I don’t have much experience being on my own, it really was very difficult. There were a lot of things I didn’t know about now that I’m without my group.”
She continued, “I’m still lacking a lot of things, but the aspect I’m most concerned about is my breathing. I get so nervous on live broadcasts that I can’t control it. Whenever my pitch doesn’t come out the way I want it to, it shows right away on my face.”
At the mention of her striking new hair color, she revealed, “I honestly didn’t like my hair color at first, but I knew that I had to give up the thought of ‘looking pretty’ this time (laughter). My goal was to show a different side to myself, so I’m glad that my fans enjoy it (laughter).”
The concept for “Going Crazy” is just as ‘out there’ as her hair color. Although it’s a standard ballad with traces of hip hop, the lyrics carries the song to new levels with its descriptions of a stalker-like relationship, and the inter-changing viewpoints between the man and woman involved.
She stated, “Like I said before, this song was not created to fit the norm, but rather, was meant to represent another image of myself. I wanted to leave a strong impact in the minds of the public, as well as attempt a genre that is normally hard for other idols to take on.”
Ji Eun also explained that collaborating with rapper Bang Yong Guk was a new challenge for her.“Collaborating with Yong Guk helped in bringing me out from my shell. I always thought that idols had to look at the camera and sing as prettily as possible, but working with a partner this time presented new challenges that helped a lot in bringing me out. I haven’t run into any problems in working with Yong Guk, since he’s been promoting underground for a long time.”
Ji Eun also explained that collaborating with rapper Bang Yong Guk was a new challenge for her.“Collaborating with Yong Guk helped in bringing me out from my shell. I always thought that idols had to look at the camera and sing as prettily as possible, but working with a partner this time presented new challenges that helped a lot in bringing me out. I haven’t run into any problems in working with Yong Guk, since he’s been promoting underground for a long time.”
Ji Eun concluded the interview by discussing the future plans for herself and SECRET. “This solo album can be seen as a departure from SECRET’s original color. The other members will be beginning their own solo activities with their own colors, so please give them your love and support (laughter).”
6 Maret: Song Ji Eun, has been gaining a lot of attention thanks to her solo debut single,”Going Crazy“. In fact, her song has been dominating many of Korea’s major real-time charts, such as Melon, Bugs!, Dosirak, and Mnet.
Considering how she was going head-to-head against both Big Bang’s highly-anticipated comeback and the current craze over IU, Song Ji Eun’s success at grabbing the #1 spot on these real-time charts is quite the formidable feat.
Source: Melon, Bugs, Doshirak, Mnet via allkpop
3 Maret:
After teasing us over the past couple of days, SECRET’s vocalist, Song Ji Eun, has finally released her digital single, “Going Crazy“, on March 3rd.
After concluding promotions with SECRET just last weekend, there is to be no respite for Ji Eun, who will dive directly into solo promotions with music that she’s never done before.
Composer Kang Ji Won and producer Kim Ki Bum joined forces to produce the R&B/hip-hop sound, combining Ji Eun’s sorrow vocals and newbie rapper Bang Yong Guk’s strong rap. It has a distinct piano rhythm that permeates the song with an imposing sound.
Check out the music video below, which also stars actress Min Hyo Rin.
Do purchase the single online to show your support!
Source: allkpop
2 Maret:
The actress was cast because directors believed that her chic image fit well with the song and video’s concept of mystery and charisma. The staff were highly satisfied with their decision, as she was said to have brought a professional mindset and high quality acting to the set. The praise was especially high, since the actress performed without being impacted by the blistering cold.
The full version of the MV will be revealed alongside the release of Ji Eun’s album on March 3rd.
Source: Sports Chosun via Nate via allkpop
TS Entertainment formally introduced the rapper, who was revealed to be a trainee under their company. “Rookie rapper Bang Yong Guk will be participating in Song Ji Eun’s new album. He’ll be promoting with her on music programs, so please give him your support and interest.”
With only a few days left until her album’s release, fans have been expressing both surprise and anticipation over her 180 degree concept change.
Source: Newsen via Nate via allkpop
1 Maret:
Fans are quite stunned at the radical transformation the idol has made, as she went from a cutesy bubble-pop concept to a more hardcore street-punk style.
Fans who saw her album jacket photos for “Going Crazy“ commented, “Shocking blue hair“, “With just a few day difference, one can look completely different“, and “An interesting concept for a new album.”
It’s also been announced that Ji Eun’s song will be a ballad, which has dramatically increased expectations for both the song and its performance. If you missed the release of her teaser video, check it out here!
Source + Photo: Star News via Daum via allkpop
28 Februari:
Representatives of TS Entertainment revealed, “Song Ji Eun prepared for her solo album consistently throughout her group activities. She’s prepared music that she’s never been able to show before, so we’d like for you to look forward to it.”
Ji Eun had previous solo experience working with Fly to the Sky’s Hwanhee on his first solo album, and her vocal talent was recognized through the collaboration. Many are looking forward to seeing what fresh heights the vocalist will reach with her new solo album, which will be released on March 3rd through various music sites.
Source: Sports Chosun via Naver via allkpop
As SECRET wrapped up their promotions for Shy Boy this weekend, it was announced two days ago that member Ji Eun would be making her very own solo debut with a track titled Going Crazy.
Although the track is slated for a March 3rd release, we got a glimpse of the track and music video through a teaser today.
The MV teaser features Ji Eun starting up a car in the middle of nowhere, and the song excerpt hints at a slower-paced, ballad-like track. Check it out below!
Source: allkpop
27 Februari:
Thus far, Secret has gained much popularity in the KPOP world through “Magic“, “Madonna“, and their recent big hit “Shy Boy.” With Ji Eun’s strong vocal talents, it will be interesting to see what style she will bring in her solo debut.
Source: Bugs! via allkpop
22 Februari:
After concluding a busy promotional cycle for “Shy Boy“, SECRET has officially announced their solo activities!On February 22nd, representatives of TS Entertainment revealed through Star News, “The members will be focusing on their individual activities after wrapping up their ‘Shy Boy’ promotions.”
Member Ji Eun will be the first up to bat, as TS continued, “Song Ji Eun will be releasing an emotional ballad track that will be presented through a short but powerful stage. Please look forward to her new image, which will be different to what she’s shown through SECRET.”
Ji Eun is currently filming her music video and will be releasing her single on March 3rd. The company currently has about a week of promotions planned for the single.
Source + Photos: Star News via Daum via allkpop
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