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Day6's Young K releases first solo album ‘Eternal’ days before military enlistment

Day 6’s Young K has released his first solo album as he bid fans farewell before his mandatory military service

JYP Entertainment’s popular rock band Day 6 has already made a place in the hearts of many fans. Young K, rapper and songwriter, has finally released his first solo album, ‘Eternal’, since his debut with the band in 2015. The album was released on September 6, at 6 pm KST (5 am ET) on all leading music platforms - the music video for title track ‘Guard You’ was released on YouTube at the same time.

In an online showcase before the album's release, Young K said, “This is an album that contains my sincerity that I want to sing forever. Through the music I want to do, I will be able to feel a different musical atmosphere than before.” The album summarizes Young K's music career over the years, and he also showcases a new aspect of his musical journey.

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The songs on the album

The title track features a chorus section that explodes with emo hip-hop rhythm and emotional rock sounds. Talking about the title track, Young K says, “This is a song where I swear to the one I love that I will protect you even if everything about me breaks.”

The album also includes songs ‘Best Song’, ‘Not Gonna Love’, 'Microphone’, 'Want to Love You’, 'Come as You Are’, ‘Goodnight, Dear’. Young K took charge of writing and composing all the songs, and Hong Ji-sang, Hot Sauce, Jeon Dasol (Solshire), Jujae contributed with their skills in the production and arrangement of the songs.

Guard You Music Video

Young K thought, “I'm not perfect, but I think I'm working hard. Wouldn't it be my appearance as a musician when someone like that sings?" Producer Park Jinyoung, the CEO of JYP Entertainment, cheered Young K saying, “You did a great job. Congratulations on your solo.”

In the music video Young K is seen watering his indoor plants when he is in what seems like an out-of-this-world recording studio. He flaunts his platinum blonde hair as he wears a bleached black shirt and black pants. The words “Won’t ever let you cry” shifts into a rock song as Young K is joined by a guitarist, a keyboardist, and a drummer as he sings, “I’ll guard you.”

Watch the music video here

His military enlistment nears

Young K will enlist as a KATUSA Soldier on October 12. Before his departure, Young K wishes to give his fans a lot to think about as he said, “I hope it will be a comfort to the listeners in some way.” The album is bittersweet for fans as with its release, the date of his enlistment draws nearer.

A fan said, “Brian, Young K, Younghyun, I'm so proud of you. YOU REALLY MADE IT!!! Take care in the military, stay healthy and happy!” Another fan said, “Young k literally giving us an album full of loving words and sweet songs before he leaves for military. 7 new masterpieces from Brian!”

One fan said, “On a side note, this album really feels like a last gift from young k before he enlisted, he gave us a lullaby to sleep  and a song to listen to on a hard day for us to listen to when he is away for military.” Another fan said, “Young k already released had his solo which means military enlistment is coming :(“ While another fan said, “Congrats Young K for your debut solo album. I'll guard you till the end.” While another fan said, “Young k the man u r.” And another fan said, “He reached 1st while being a soloist… amongst others comebacks… i’m so proud of young k.”