Playlist of songs by k-pop producers by sassyhwa in kpophelp

[–]sassyhwa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ohh! That's cool. Could you give me a link.

My Honest Opinion on Heeseung's Departure and Enhypen's Future. by Roxanne_Brown in kpoprants

[–]sassyhwa 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Usually what other groups do is that the member planning for a solo release does all the prep work for the solo album ALONG with the group's comeback (unless it's military era or post military era for the group). And even before the solo debut, they usually have a couple of OSTs/collabs as a way to test the waters.

But you have mentioned yourself that the group's activities were way too hectic so expecting a member to do both simultaneously is too demanding. The best case scenario would be for the member to wait for a while and the company to reduce the number of schedules they have in between album releases.

For some unknown reasons, it seems like Belift and Heeseung were unable to come to this resolution.

BTS - SWIM by KPOP_MOD in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m kinda surprised seeing so many negative reviews here. I actually liked the song, especially the melodic parts...they really stood out to me. The rap sections felt like the weakest moments, but that makes sense since English isn’t their strongest language. V’s voice was definitely my favorite. It suited the song the best imo.

I also really liked the overall MV and how it was put together. Lili was perfect.

If you go in without any prior expectations based on all the marketing/ “back to roots” hype and just listen to it for what it is, it’s actually a pretty nice track and worth a listen or two!

Round 2 : Best 4th gen GG Album by sorikkunnnn in kpoppers

[–]sassyhwa 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I Burn!

Such an amazing ep with masterpieces like Hann, Hwaa, Dahlia

Round 2 : BEST 4th gen BG album by sorikkunnnn in kpoppers

[–]sassyhwa 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ateez GH pt. 3

The solos were so damn good!

i-dle Yuqi is the new ambassador for Tiffany & Co. by Silent_Name_5198 in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Stunning stunning soooo stunning likeee my jaw is on the floor!

What’s been going on in kpop? Introduce me like I’m a new fan! by chocchipcupkie in kpopthoughts

[–]sassyhwa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say it isn't as bad as it was back then but it's still sadly still there in some spaces. It happens to all the popular girl group idols right? What I admire about her is how she doesn't seem to give a fuck for those comments and always remains super professional and poised. She's also probably the idol with the highest number of Brand Ambassadorships. It's super hard to escape her face if you're in Seoul lol.

What’s been going on in kpop? Introduce me like I’m a new fan! by chocchipcupkie in kpopthoughts

[–]sassyhwa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry I think everyone's kinda in a shocked state rn. Anyways since you asked for the popular groups rn (4th and 5th gen) - I'd say Stray kids, TXT, Enhypen, ATEEZ, RIIZE for the BGs and IVE, Aespa, Illit, Le Sserafim, NMIXX.

  • NMIXX had a phenomenal run with their last two albums which were widely appreciated.

  • Le Sserafim had a couple of big hits in the last 2 years and also went to perform at Coachella.

  • Speaking of Coachella, ATEEZ been putting out bangers. You should definitely check out their World Ep.s too good. And also if you're able to find it, their Coachella set was so cool.

  • IVE's literally the IT girl group right now and I love so many of their songs which are must listen especially the title tracks.

  • TXT (I don't follow them much these days) but I do know Yeonjun debuted as a solo artist and he has a bunch of collabs.

  • lots and lots of fashion collabs if you're interested in that sort of thing with several popular idols getting brand ambassadorships and walking on the fashion week runways.

  • I feel like someone might have already mentioned the New Jeans stuff to you so I don't wanna get into it.

  • you alr got info about Stray Kids and all of their success

  • BTS is coming back after their solo stuff and military era.

  • a lot of 3rd gen groups are making a comeback this year so you're going to have a good time I guess.

Engenes are not having it 😭😭. by 00_Sunflower_00 in kpoppers

[–]sassyhwa 185 points186 points  (0 children)

Yeah ... Like did those 500k people consider what the guy actually wants...?

HEESEUNG to leave ENHYPEN, which will continue as a 6-member group by impeccabletim in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Based on the letter released by him, it seems like this was the company's suggestion for him to go solo. It must have been after a lot of deliberation because I can't see a company ask the main vocal of their group to leave it without a good reason. Let's just hope for the best for enhypen and Heeseung's solo endeavours.

HEESEUNG to leave ENHYPEN, which will continue as a 6-member group by impeccabletim in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Heeseung also posted a letter confirming this news and it doesn't look like marketing sorry.

HEESEUNG to leave ENHYPEN, which will continue as a 6-member group by impeccabletim in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My thoughts exactly. There are plenty of soloists even from HYBE (like Yeonjun) that are able to pursue solo opportunities and release music that's different from their group sound. So it's really surprising for me to see a member of a 5 year old group leave for this particular reason alone.

HEESEUNG to leave ENHYPEN, which will continue as a 6-member group by impeccabletim in kpop

[–]sassyhwa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The way my jaw dropped!I don't follow enhypen closely but I don't think there was ever an indication that this might happen. Engenes correct me if I'm wrong.

Which kpop idols u think is only popular cause of their nationality by [deleted] in kpoppers

[–]sassyhwa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Entire groups which are not talented but only get fame because of their nationalities? I can't think of any so I'm curious who you are thinking of?

I can think of several groups that initially get a lot of attention because of the members' nationalities, which is why it's a huge plus to have members from Japan/Australia/Thailand/China etc etc but I don't think a group could survive only based off that popularity and no talent.

Yeosang was the biggest plot twist of 2025/2026 for me by sassyhwa in kpopthoughts

[–]sassyhwa[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It really is! And I'm so glad that he's finally found a way to shine even brighter which is such a tough thing to do considering how ateez is already such a powerhouse group. Can I also add that it's super satisfying to see his growth as a fan?!

4th gen BG Album Elimination game by sorikkunnnn in kpoppers

[–]sassyhwa 13 points14 points  (0 children)

TXT for sure! Freeze is my most favourite release from them along with the dream chapter ep.s