" The Sung ’s message about encompass our desires and quest for them fearlessly really resonated with me . It ’s about realize that we have the freedom to make choices in living and trusting our instinct . "
After a hiatus, K-pop soloist and industry powerhouse Chung Ha is back!
Needless to say, her return was highly anticipated, and her latest single “Eenie Meenie” was met with warm reception.
So, BuzzFeed sat down with Chung Ha to chat about her latest release, how to build confidence, and more:
Welcome back! How have you been?
Chung Ha : Hey BuzzFeed ! Since drop my single " Eenie Meenie " in March , I ’ve been diving back into my usual busy function . And I ’m also working on some newfangled medicine as we talk ! So , to sum it up , I ’ve been retain busy and working severely .
After a year and a half break, you must have had a lot of time to rest and think about what you wanted to do next. What was the best part about your break?
Chung Ha : You know , during that gaolbreak , many hoi polloi thought I was just chilling out , but I was pretty busy . I was take for the Korean History examination , host my radio show , and exercising , among other thing . But the full part?It was have the prospect to sharpen on myself , reflect on my career , and come back even stronger .
Tell us about your latest release, “Eenie Meenie,” and its significance.
You’re back with your first release since the hiatus, now with record label More Vision. Having already established yourself as a talented idol, what ultimately made you decide to sign with More Vision instead of other agencies?
Chung Ha : When I was get together with unlike label , More Vision stood out , specially because ofJay Park . His advice felt the most genuine and trusty . It resonated with me and showed that they understood my visual modality and want to support it . I felt that More Vision was the best fit for me to keep growing as an artist .
You collaborated with Hongjoong of Ateez for “Eenie Meenie.” What was the most memorable part of working with him?
Chung Ha : I’m so grateful to Hongjoong because he made metre for our collaboration despite his busy schedule and even flew back to Korea just to shoot our music video ! He was the utter fit for the rap verse in " Eenie Meenie , " and his originative and witty words really drive the song to the next level .
Who would you like to collaborate with next?
Chung Ha : I ca n’t just choose one artist but will list at the top of my psyche — Jay Park , Sam Smith , Tiesto , and Thuy ! I bang work with unlike artists from all over the world . I ’m always open to collaboration !
Looking back on your career, fromProduce 101to I.O.I to now a soloist in your own right, what was most surprising to you about your journey?
Chung Ha : To be honest , I never expected to become a solo singer or end up where I am today . My devotee recognize this story , but ifProduce 101hadn’t worked out for me , I was ready to go back to my normal life — maybe even blame up studying again . The journeying has been full of unexpected challenges and amazing moments , and it ’s thanks to all of my highly active antiretroviral therapy that I am who I am today .
Anyone who sees you live not only knows you’re extremely talented but that you love performing! What is your favorite part about performing onstage?
You’re famously known for being a confident woman. How do you stay confident, and what advice would you give to fans who struggle with feeling confident in their skin?
Chung Ha : Staying confident means stay true to who you are and embracing every opportunity for growth . For me , that means not letting others ' expectations order my aesthetic path but rather expressing myself authentically through my music and performances . Whether I ’m research Modern melodic styles or pushing the boundaries of my stage mien , I ’m always seeking challenge that help me develop as an artist . countenance ’s tackle every challenge together with confidence !
What would you call this new era you’re currently in? Why?
Having experimented with different types of sounds, what genre would you be most interested in trying next?
Chung Ha : I would have to say R&B music . I love this genre and hope to liberate my own R&B album one solar day !
Throughout your break, your fans never stopped anticipating your return. Now that you’re back with new music, are there opportunities to meet your fans in person? Where in the world would you like to go first?
Chung Ha : Absolutely ! With the college and summer fete season in Korea , I ’ll be perform a fortune . Plus , I ’ve never had my own concert before , so I ’m excited to hopefully do a solo tour shortly . It ’d be such a joy to get in touch with my fans everywhere . If I had to pick a place to start , it would be my base state , Texas !
Do you have a message to share with your fans?
What is next for you?
Chung Ha : I’m presently working on new music for my forthcoming album , so please stay tuned !
What does K-pop mean to you?
Chung Ha : kilobyte - pop think everything to me . It ’s how I relate with citizenry all over the earth and partake in my energy andemotions . For me , it ’s about blend different styles and constantly evolve . K - pop music lease me press out my unique story , and it drives me to grow as an artist and bring joyfulness to my fans .
Be sure to listen to “Eenie Meenie” and follow Chung Ha onInstagram,X,TikTok, andYouTubefor even more of her.
“The song’s message about embracing our desires and pursuing them fearlessly really resonated with me. It’s about realizing that we have the freedom to make choices in life and trusting our instincts. “
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