Joy Expresses Gratitude Before Red Velvet's New EP Release

Joy's Solo Comeback: A New Chapter in Music

Joy, a member of the renowned K-pop group Red Velvet, is making a significant return as a solo artist after more than four years. This comeback marks a new chapter in her career, and she has expressed deep gratitude for the support she has received throughout the process. Her latest EP, titled "From Joy, with Love," will be released at 6 p.m. on Monday, and it represents a heartfelt expression of her emotions.

"Releasing an album that fully expresses my emotions once felt vague and daunting, but thanks to so many people who helped me, I’m just filled with gratitude these days," Joy shared. She emphasized the effort she put into preparing this album, hoping that many people will listen and love it.

The EP features six tracks, including the pop dance song “Love Splash!” and others that Joy contributed lyrics to. "From Joy, with Love" comes over four years since Joy's solo debut album "Hello" was released in May 2021. The biggest challenge she faced was expressing the grand and profound theme of love in an accessible way.

Joy chose “Love Splash!” as the title track because it best visualized the stage and music video. She added, "More than anything, I was confident I could convey its lovely melody well with my voice. I also felt it most naturally embodied the mood evoked by the theme of love."

Among the tracks is “Get Up and Dance,” which Joy wrote the lyrics for by herself. "As soon as I heard the song, I imagined two people instantly drawn to each other, passionately in love," she said. She wanted the song to be more than just upbeat; she aimed to weave a certain seductive tension into the lyrics. Especially in the first and second verses, she wanted it to feel like reading a thrilling romance novel while keeping a tight rhyme structure.

The album will be available on major music streaming platforms at 6 p.m., and the music video for the lead track, “Love Splash!” will also be released through SM Entertainment's YouTube channel. "The music video for ‘Love Splash!’ stands out for its analog, vintage-inspired color palette, kitschy and cute outfits and props, and most of all, a storyline that perfectly captures the song’s lovely atmosphere," Joy explained. One memorable moment was having to film a fight scene with model Yugo, who plays the male lead, right after they first met. It was a bit awkward at first, but he was very receptive to her ideas, so the shoot went smoothly and pleasantly.

Joy will also hold a special countdown livestream to mark her comeback, starting at 5 p.m. on Monday via Red Velvet’s YouTube and TikTok channels to celebrate the release with fans around the world. "These days, I feel like all I do is think about ‘From Joy, with Love’ 24/7," said Joy. "I hope many people will dive right in and splash into my first EP just like I have."

Joy made her debut as a member of girl group Red Velvet in 2014. The group is known for hit tracks such as “Red Flavor” (2017), “Power Up” (2018), “Feel My Rhythm” (2022), and more. Her solo work continues to showcase her talent and dedication to her craft, offering fans a unique glimpse into her artistic journey.