{"id":155637,"date":"2025-11-27T12:24:20","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/155637\/"},"modified":"2025-11-27T12:24:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:24:20","slug":"illit-talks-not-cute-anymore-single-album-just-stick-with-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/155637\/","title":{"rendered":"ILLIT Talks ‘NOT CUTE ANYMORE’ Single Album: ‘Just Stick With Us’"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\tWith the unexpected declaration \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE!,\u201d ILLIT<\/a> returns sharper than ever with new single album by the same name that arrived Nov. 24. The five members \u2014 Wonhee, Minju, Iroha, Moka and Yunah \u2014 step out of every label and limitation, unveiling a fresh new sensibility that refuses to be defined. <\/p>\n

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\n\tHere, they talk to Billboard Korea in depth about their latest release, its concept and how they\u2019re pushing themselves to grow.<\/p>\n

\t\tYUNAH\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\"YUNAH\"<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\tYUNAH<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKIM MIN SEOK<\/p>\n

\n\tILLIT\u2019s new single released on Nov. 24 features \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d as the title track. What did you think when you first heard the concept of saying, \u2018I\u2019m not cute anymore\u2019?<\/p>\n

\n\tFirst of all, I remember feeling really excited. And somehow, that bold statement \u2014 \u201cI\u2019m not cute anymore\u201d \u2014 actually sounded even cuter to me. [Laughs] It made me wonder how people would take it, and that curiosity made me want to start promotions even sooner.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe title track was created by a global team, including Jasper Harris \u2014 who produced the Billboard Hot 100<\/a> No.1 hit \u201cFirst Class\u201d \u2014 and Korean singer-songwriter YURA. What was your first impression of the song?<\/p>\n

\n\tIt had a dreamy vibe we\u2019d never tried for a title track before, so I remember being quite surprised when I first heard it. Then the subtle sound in the back \u2014 almost like birds chirping \u2014 really stuck with me. With such incredible creators involved, I naturally grew even more attached to the song.<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat was it like recording the track?<\/p>\n

\n\tI\u2019m used to singing songs like \u201cToki Yo Tomare\u201d that require a clear, strong vocal delivery. But this time, I had to sing in a slick, almost sneaky \u201cstray cat\u201d tone. At first, it felt so unfamiliar that I wondered, \u201cIs this even me singing?\u201d It took a long time to find the tone I wanted, so I recorded it several times. But when I heard the final version, I realized, \u201cOh, my voice works well in this vibe too,\u201d which felt like a fun discovery.<\/p>\n

\n\tFans(GLIITT) are excited for the performance as well.<\/p>\n

\n\tUp until now, our choreographies relied a lot on rhythmic, beat-driven movements, but this title track doesn\u2019t have many rhythm elements to extend into the choreography. The dance is very still \u2026 almost eerie. And instead of expressing strong emotions, I had to maintain a completely blank expression \u2014 which was surprisingly difficult to get just right. But as everyone grew more comfortable with the choreography, our instructor told us, \u201cYou all really understand this song now,\u201d which made me really proud.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou, Minju and Moka received lyric credits for the B-side \u201cNOT ME.\u201d You also created the iconic \u201cdoom-chit nyaong\u201d line in \u201cDo the Dance,\u201d too.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cNOT ME\u201d is about how people may see you a certain way, but that one word doesn\u2019t define you. The different nicknames we call each other ended up becoming real lyrics.<\/p>\n

\n\tWhich line from the song is your favorite?<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cLimited-edition soybean noodles(Kongguksu), nuttier than matcha.\u201d It\u2019s about not getting swept up in food trends or whatever\u2019s popular, but focusing on what we like. A lot of people assume ILLIT would prefer matcha over kongguksu\u2014 maybe because kongguksu feels less \u201ccute\u201d? But actually, whenever the members get together, kongguksu comes up way more than matcha!<\/p>\n

\n\tIs there a side of you that people still don\u2019t know well?<\/p>\n

\n\tI love Korean food (laughs)! I adore cheonggukjang and pork soup too. I literally ate them recently.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou and Minju \u2014 both born in 2004 \u2014 often sing together even outside ILLIT activities. Why do you think that is?<\/p>\n

\n\tMy singing style is clean and basic, while Minju\u2019s tone and technique are more trendy and technical. We\u2019re total opposites, which is probably why we create such great synergy when we sing together. And we both just genuinely love K-pop.<\/p>\n

\n\tWas there a moment that felt like a \u201cfailure\u201d back then, but now you think it was a necessary part of your growth?<\/p>\n

\n\tI immediately think of \u201cToki-Yo-Tomare\u201d and \u201cAlmond Chocolate.\u201d Japanese songs usually sit in a higher register, and while I\u2019ve always been confident in my power, I never considered myself especially strong with high notes. So early in the recordings, I cried a lot, doubting myself. But the producer and A&R team kept telling me, \u201cWe gave you this part because only you can do it.\u201d With that kind of trust, how could I give up? I kept practicing and pushing through \u2014 and eventually nailed it. Now I can see how important that process was for me.<\/p>\n

\n\tDo you often cry because you want to do well?<\/p>\n

\n\tOnly when it comes to music, I\u2019m like that. But I\u2019ve found it\u2019s better to just let it out \u2014 get frustrated, cry if I need to. Maybe crying helps me perform better. [Laughs] After releasing all those negative emotions, I\u2019m able to quickly reset and think, \u201cOK, let\u2019s try again.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tMaybe that\u2019s why your live vocals at the 2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY fan concert were so impressive.<\/p>\n

\n\tWe did eight shows including encores, and with every performance, I could feel my live skills improving. I made a lot of mistakes during practice, but funnily enough, not even once during the actual concerts. I gained a new kind of confidence on stage \u2014 realizing that as long as I don\u2019t get scared, I can do it.<\/p>\n

\n\tAt the end of the year, ILLIT will be performing at Japan\u2019s biggest music show, NHK K\u014dhaku Uta Gassen(Red and White Battle), for the second year in a row. How are you preparing for the stage?<\/p>\n

\n\tK\u014dhaku Uta Gassen is watched by practically all of Japan, so just being invited is such a huge honor. It\u2019s a very long broadcast, so even if people aren\u2019t watching the screen closely \u2014 maybe just have the TV on in the background \u2014 I hope they\u2019ll keep their ears open and listen to ILLIT\u2019s music. We\u2019ll work hard and perform with the mindset of introducing ILLIT to even more people. That intention is the same as last year and this year.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKIM MIN SEOK<\/p>\n

\n\tILLIT has shown the \u201cmagical girl\u201d concept before. What\u2019s Minju\u2019s signature spell for this new \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d era?<\/p>\n

\n\tI\u2019d say it\u2019s my cool, chic side \u2014 the one I barely ever get to show in ILLIT. [Laughs] This comeback flips the script a bit. We\u2019re not just cute anymore, and I\u2019m excited for people to see that contrast.<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat was your first reaction to hearing the track \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d?<\/p>\n

\n\tHonestly, I was shocked \u2014 in the best way. It felt new for us, something ILLIT hadn\u2019t really touched before. I immediately got curious about what the choreography would look like.<\/p>\n

\n\tAnd did the choreo live up to the anticipation?<\/p>\n

\n\tIt went beyond what I imagined. Once the choreography came in, the album\u2019s message became so clear. The routine calls for this chic, almost expressionless vibe \u2014 very different from a typical K-pop performance. That contrast felt strangely addictive.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou\u2019ve said the version of you in this comeback is actually closer to the \u201cReal Minju.\u201c<\/p>\n

\n\tTotally true! Especially back when I was a trainee. When we were preparing \u201cMagnetic,\u201d smiling and winking felt so awkward. But over time, I grew into ILLIT\u2019s cute concept. Funny enough, when we started training this album\u2019s choreography, I\u2019d catch myself smiling during the chic parts.<\/p>\n

\n\tIs there another side of you people might not know yet?<\/p>\n

\n\tGLLIT probably knows already, but I\u2019m a big \u201chip\u201d girl. I live in black outfits. [Laughs] And I\u2019m obsessed with zombie and horror films. If I\u2019m at the theater, I\u2019m definitely picking one of those two genres.<\/p>\n

\n\tYour track \u201cjellyous\u201d from the 3rd mini-album bomb also dropped as a collaboration with Sophie Powers. Is there another vocalist you\u2019d love to work with someday?<\/p>\n

\n\tKvsh. I always imagine what our voices would sound like together. I listen to all his tracks \u2014 the atmosphere, the unique vibe he creates \u2026 I really respect it. I\u2019d love to meet him someday.<\/p>\n

\n\tIn a past interview you said, \u201cI wasn\u2019t born with any special talent, so I practice more.\u201d But debuting and meeting fans seems to have changed how you see yourself.<\/p>\n

\n\tDefinitely. Whenever fans tell me exactly what they liked about my singing or dancing, it boosts my confidence. And when someone says, \u201cYou made my day better,\u201d it hits me deeply. Knowing I can be that kind of energy for someone \u2014 that\u2019s what keeps me going.<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat first pushed you toward becoming a K-pop idol?<\/p>\n

\n\tWatching so many K-pop artists \u2014 including 2NE1 and BLACKPINK \u2014 on stage. They looked so happy performing. That dream stayed with me, and after dance academy, trainee life and finally debuting with ILLIT, it became real. Even now, it feels surreal that I can inspire someone else the way those artists inspired me.<\/p>\n

\n\t2025 is wrapping up soon. Anything you want to accomplish before the year ends?<\/p>\n

\n\tI want to finish this single\u2019s promotions strong and show a more mature ILLIT on the year-end stages. And most of all, I want more moments with GLLIT \u2014 more performances, more memories.<\/p>\n

\n\tLastly, what would you say to people meeting this new side of ILLIT for the first time?<\/p>\n

\n\tILLIT isn\u2019t just cute anymore. So don\u2019t be too shocked \u2014 or scared. [Laughs] Just stick with us.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKIM MIN SEOK<\/p>\n

\n\tWhen you first heard the concept of your new single \u2014 boldly declaring \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d \u2014 what was your reaction?<\/p>\n

\n\tPeople often describe us as \u201ccute,\u201d but honestly, I don\u2019t think that\u2019s all we are. In that sense, this concept fits ILLIT really well. We even wove bits of our real personalities and experiences into the lyrics. For example, there\u2019s a line that goes, \u201cWhen I get super stressed, should I watch a horror movie?\u201d And yes \u2014 we actually love horror movies! [Laughs]<\/p>\n

\n\tAmong ILLIT\u2019s members, you\u2019re especially known for changing your vibe depending on the concept. Which styling has been your favorite so far?<\/p>\n

\n\tDefinitely the biker-inspired look from our concept photos this time. Everything felt fresh \u2014 the neon green outfit, the goggle-like glasses \u2014 they all had such a cool vibe. I even tried blonde hair for the first time, and experiencing bleached hair was a lot more fun than I expected!<\/p>\n

\n\tYou seem to really enjoy trying new things. A lot of people are actually scared of change.<\/p>\n

\n\tI think being in ILLIT made me more fearless. All the members have their own colors, yet everyone is open to new challenges. That\u2019s why we can keep growing. It\u2019s one of the best things about ILLIT.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou spent a long stretch in Japan this summer, including the act\u2019s first solo fan concert, 2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY. As someone who, along with Iroha, is Japanese-born, did you feel any extra responsibility during your Japan promotions?<\/p>\n

\n\tAt first, yes. Especially for the fan concert, I felt like I should take the lead with the talking and hosting. But the members worked so hard studying Japanese that the pressure disappeared quickly, and we just enjoyed it. Funny enough, I think I was actually more nervous when we went on Japanese variety shows! [Laughs]<\/p>\n

\n\tYour official Japanese debut track \u201cToki Yo Tomare\u201d released on Sept. 1, received so much love. Like the title says, has there been a moment lately when you wished time would stop?<\/p>\n

\n\tDefinitely our fan concerts. Being able to hold solo shows in both Korea and Japan for the first time made me incredibly happy. During the encore performance in Seoul, I remember thinking, \u201cI wish time would just stop here.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tYour Japanese debut single includes four tracks. Was there any song that felt especially different when performed in Japanese compared to Korean?<\/p>\n

\n\tYes! It was so fun noticing how expressions change between the two languages. I especially remember the Japanese lyrics for our previous EP title \u201cDo the Dance.\u201d They\u2019re so cute \u2014 like \u201c\u306d\u3048\u306a\u3093\u3067\u30c8\u30f3\u30c8\u30f3\u30c8\u30f3(Ne-E Nande TonTonTon)\u201d or \u201c\u30c7\u30fc\u30c8\u3082\u52e2\u3044(DeToMo IKiOi).\u201d They stick with you!<\/p>\n

\n\tIn the new concept photos, your \u201cSpecial Talent\u201d was hilariously labeled as \u201cPretending to understand Korean.\u201d But talking to you now, you seem to understand everything perfectly! <\/p>\n

\n\tI don\u2019t do it on purpose! When I was a trainee, my Korean was pretty weak, and I couldn\u2019t ask about every single word I didn\u2019t know \u2014 so I often had to pretend I understood and move on. I guess it became a bit of a habit. Sometimes the members even ask, \u201cWait, did you actually understand that?\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tILLIT\u2019s music continues to receive a lot of love \u2014 your debut single \u201cMagnetic\u201d even entered the Hot 100. Have you ever heard an ILLIT song unexpectedly out in public?<\/p>\n

\n\tI have! Recently my mom came to visit Korea, and we heard our song playing on the street. It felt surreal. And one time, Iroha and I went out to eat chicken, and people there must have recognized us. When \u201cMagnetic\u201d started playing, I thought, \u201cOh, that\u2019s our song!\u201d But then \u201cTick-Tack\u201d came on \u2026 and then the next song was ours too! We still finished our meal happily and left. [Laughs]<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat are you most excited about for this comeback?<\/p>\n

\n\tWe tried something new this time, and that alone makes the promotions exciting. The choreography is pretty unique, but we had so much fun with it. I\u2019m curious to see how fans react.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou debuted in March 2024 \u2014 and it\u2019s been almost one year and eight months of constant growth. After all those challenges and experiments, what do you want to push even further?<\/p>\n

\n\tI want to keep surprising people with new ideas \u2014 just constantly taking on challenges in every part of what we do. That\u2019s how I want to grow.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\"WONHEE\"<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\tWONHEE<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKIM MIN SEOK<\/p>\n

\n\tAt your fan concert 2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY, you performed Yerin Baek\u2019s \u201cSquare\u201d as your solo stage. What made you choose that song?<\/p>\n

\n\tI loved \u201cSquare\u201d from the very first time I heard it. While preparing for the fan concert, I started listening to it again and thought, Maybe I should give it a try. In ILLIT songs, I usually take on falsettos or high notes, but Yerin Baek\u2019s vocal color is completely different \u2014 so I had to practice a lot.<\/p>\n

\n\tAnd how did it feel once you took that leap?<\/p>\n

\n\tIt made me want to become an even better singer. I found myself hoping I\u2019d get another chance to take on a full song like that again.<\/p>\n

\n\tYour new single is also another big challenge for ILLIT, right?<\/p>\n

\n\tTotally. Both \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d and \u201cNOT ME\u201d were new territory for us. We\u2019ve released mini-albums before, but a single felt different \u2014 there was a certain excitement to it. Vocally, the members play with this subtle, almost nonchalant expressiveness. If you listen for those details, the songs get even more fun.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cNOT ME\u201d sends the message that no one gets to define who you are. So \u2014 how does Wonhee define Wonhee?<\/p>\n

\n\tHonestly \u2026 just a very \u201cnormal person.\u201d A typical student my age. I love hanging out with friends, sometimes I\u2019m outgoing, sometimes I\u2019m shy \u2014 just very ordinary.<\/p>\n

\n\tThen who would you say is the least ordinary member in ILLIT?<\/p>\n

\n\tThey all have their quirks, but if I had to choose \u2014 Ririka. She\u2019s only a year younger than me, but she is, hands down, the cutest person I\u2019ve ever met in my age group. Her aegyo is just part of her daily life. It\u2019s fascinating every time I see her. Like, How can someone be this cute?<\/p>\n

\n\tFrom your last mini album bomb, to your Japanese debut and now this single, you\u2019ve tried so many things since debut. Is there anything you want to push yourself more on?<\/p>\n

\n\tThis isn\u2019t exactly stage-related, but \u2026 I really love when fans tell me, \u201cWonhee, you\u2019re so fun.\u201d I want to be an idol who genuinely entertains fans. I actually want to play with them \u2014 like, literally. Imagine doing Freeze Tag or Duck-Duck-Goose in a gym or schoolyard! Even dodgeball with 100 people sounds fun, doesn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n

\n\tWe\u2019ll need to rent a giant yard for that! What do you do when you\u2019re not on the schedule?<\/p>\n

\n\tMost of my time is spent on schedules or training, but during breaks, I meet my family or longtime friends. Just talking with them or simply being together is healing. Those moments feel really warm and precious.<\/p>\n

\n\tDo you always wear glasses during your off-time? Your eyesight is pretty bad, right?<\/p>\n

\n\tYes, I have strong astigmatism. Without lenses or glasses, everything looks blurry and smudged. It drives me crazy if I can\u2019t see clearly, so I always wear one or the other.<\/p>\n

\n\tPeople often say ILLIT reminds them of \u201cmagical girls,\u201d probably because your performances feel dreamy and empowering. What compliment makes you happiest?<\/p>\n

\n\tI love when people say, \u201cYou\u2019re captivating.\u201d I\u2019m not sure if others feel this often, but I sometimes get that exact feeling when watching other artists\u2019 performances. Hearing that from someone else \u2014 it\u2019s the best compliment.<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat\u2019s the best part of being in ILLIT?<\/p>\n

\n\tWe honestly feel like classmates. And because our personalities and colors are so different, we naturally learn so much from each other. Especially me \u2014 I had the shortest trainee period among the members, so I\u2019ve learned a ton from them.<\/p>\n

\n\t2025 is coming to a close. What was the most memorable moment for you this year as part of ILLIT?<\/p>\n

\n\tDefinitely the 2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY concert. It felt like all my efforts were finally being rewarded. Even though we\u2019ve debuted, the actual number of days we get to meet fans in person is smaller than people might think. Feeling that difference \u2014 between simply knowing fans are precious and actually seeing them right in front of me \u2014 was unforgettable. I can still visualize all those light sticks in the audience. It truly felt like receiving a gift. A moment that made me think, I\u2019m glad I chose this path. I remember every one of those faces.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\tIROHA<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKIM MIN SEOK<\/p>\n

\n\tYour recent commercial cover of \u201cBloomin!\u201d \u2014 originally released by Tommy February6 in 2002 \u2014 made quite a splash. How was that experience for you?<\/p>\n

\n\tBecoming a model for MAQuillAGE was such an honor. It still doesn\u2019t feel real that I got to record a song I\u2019ve known since I was little and that it ended up being used in an actual commercial. My parents loved it, too. Their friends are exactly the generation that grew up with that song!<\/p>\n

\n\tI listened to a lot of Tommy February6 and her band The Brilliant Green when I was a teen \u2014 but for you it\u2019s practically your parents\u2019 era! You\u2019re the youngest in ILLIT, born in 2008. Wasn\u2019t it tough shooting a commercial alone?<\/p>\n

\n\tIt definitely wasn\u2019t easy. I missed the members. On the day of my shoot, Minju unnie was performing the opening stage for League of Legends Champions Korea, so I kept checking to see if her stage had gone up yet. Seeing her working hard on her own made me think, \u201cI should focus and do my best too.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tWhat was your first impression of your new single\u2019s title track, \u201cNOT CUTE ANYMORE\u201d?<\/p>\n

\n\tWhen I first heard it, it sounded so cute that my immediate thought was, \u201cHow do I perform this in a way that isn\u2019t cute?\u201d [Laughs] After learning the choreography and getting a feel for the track, I found my own way into the performance. I\u2019ve always wanted to try different concepts, and with this album, it really feels like ILLIT\u2019s direction has widened.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou first came to Korea at age 11 to chase your dream. Making your official debut in Japan and holding your own show this September must have been emotional.<\/p>\n

\n\tI loved that I got to see my parents often while we were in Japan. And for the debut showcase, I invited my school friends for the very first time. I hadn\u2019t seen them in so long, and it really hit me \u2014 \u201cWow, my activities in Japan are officially beginning.\u201d I almost cried, but more than anything, I just felt excited and amazed. It all felt a bit like a dream.<\/p>\n

\n\tAt the 2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY ENCORE concert in Korea, you performed JENNIE\u2019s \u201cMantra.\u201d What made you choose that song?<\/p>\n

\n\tI was excited but also nervous about having a solo stage. Filling such a big stage alone is intimidating! I\u2019ve always loved \u201cMantra,\u201d and I wanted to show a mood and performance style different from what I usually show as a member of ILLIT.<\/p>\n

\n\tIt\u2019s only been one year and eight months since debut. Through everything you\u2019ve tried so far, what have you learned \u2014 or what do you want to push further?<\/p>\n

\n\tNumbers and records are visible, but they don\u2019t always feel real, you know? I\u2019m happiest when we\u2019re preparing big year-end stages. Our performance director and all the dancers put so much work into a single stage. The whole process, and finishing the stage \u2014 those are the moments I feel the most satisfied. I\u2019m really grateful that more people are starting to think of me when they hear \u201cILLIT\u2019s main dancer.\u201d And year-end stages aren\u2019t just about me \u2014 other members get to shine through dance breaks too, which makes me proud.<\/p>\n

\n\tThat\u2019s such a mature way of thinking, caring about the members\u2019 spotlight. Then what\u2019s one charm of Iroha you wish more people noticed?<\/p>\n

\n\tDefinitely my dancing. I want to try more hip-hop styles or even boy-group choreography. I haven\u2019t had a full chance to dive into it yet, but I\u2019m practicing little by little and taking lessons whenever I can. I just really want to dance more.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou\u2019ve been dancing since you were so young. Do you ever feel overwhelmed knowing that things like dance or vocals never really have an \u201cend point\u201d?<\/p>\n

\n\tBecause there\u2019s no such thing as \u201cperfect,\u201d it actually motivates me to work harder. And the more praise I receive, the more I want to improve. It makes me think, \u201cI want to try this too,\u201d or \u201cI want to become good at that.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tPeople often see you as the girl who dances well, or the cute one. But how do you see yourself?<\/p>\n

\n\tWow \u2026 This is the hardest one. I don\u2019t know if I can describe myself in just one word.<\/p>\n

\n\tThen let\u2019s try this: Do you ever spend time alone in the practice room?<\/p>\n

\n\tNot a lot, but when I do, I really focus. Sometimes I start by just resting quietly with music on, but when it\u2019s time to work, I go 100% into it. I also have to take care of my condition for the next day.<\/p>\n

\n\tYou have music show promotions coming up again. How do you feel about it? The pre-dawn pre-recordings and all the different environments can be exhausting.<\/p>\n

\n\tThere are tough parts, but fun parts, too. When I debuted, I was shocked we had so many rehearsals and had to start so early in the morning. Now I actually find it rewarding. It\u2019s the moment I most think, \u201cThis is what being a K-pop idol is.\u201d [Laughs]<\/p>\n

\n\tSo back to the earlier question: What kind of person do you think Iroha is?<\/p>\n

\n\tHmm \u2026 I think I\u2019m someone who gets scared easily. It might sound negative, but even when I\u2019m scared, I still try. So in the end, it\u2019s a positive thing. I\u2019m someone who keeps going even when I\u2019m afraid!<\/p>\n

\n\tAbsolutely. Just coming to Korea alone to chase your dream already makes you someone incredibly brave. <\/p>\n

\n\tThis story was originally published in Billboard Korea.<\/p>\n


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