Choi Yoo-jung makes solo debut with ‘Sunflower’: “I feel a lot of pressure… but also anticipation and excitement”
14.09.2022 - 13:17
/ nme.com
Choi Yoo-jung’s Instagram feed immediately reveals two things: The singer’s love for sunflowers, and her affinity for the colour yellow – be it in nature, fashion or food. “I had no clue! I guess I’m drawn to yellow without realising it,” the Weki Meki singer confesses when NME brings this up.That’s not too surprising.
After all, the 23-year-old idol is known for her infectious optimism – the very personification of the joy so often associated with the colour. It is this lively optimism – and her dexterity as a performer, of course – that has propelled Yoo-jung’s success thus far.“It would be a lie to say there is only a little pressure about being a soloist without being all together as eight members, but I’m trying my best to enjoy it”Six years ago, she stepped into the spotlight in Produce 101, where she became the reality competition franchise’s first “center”, elected by her peers to lead a hundred other trainees in their debut television performance.
Following a successful stint on the show – and a tremendous year as part of its resulting girl group I.O.I – Choi found her place in the energetic eight-piece Weki Meki, an act that values uniqueness and verve above all else.Now, Choi is ready to embark on a new journey, this time with her debut solo single album ‘Sunflower’, one that embodies her essence both as an individual and a performer. The three-song release is out today – before you hit play, check out NME’s conversation with the K-pop star about her evolution as an artist, the personal meaning behind ‘Sunflower’ and finally stepping out as a soloist.Congratulations on ‘Sunflower’! How do you feel about making your solo debut after six years of being an idol?“I think it hasn’t hit me yet! I saw the physical
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