Want the run-down on the hottest K-pop releases this week? Then keep on reading!
1. Hyolyn - 'Layin' Low (feat. Jooyoung)'
On January 12, Hyolyn released the digital single "Layin' Low (feat. Jooyoung)." The song was initially meant to be released on November 30, 2021, but was delayed to the new year. The music video made headlines for its sexy image.
2. TVXQ Changmin - 'Devil'
On January 13, 2022, Changmin released his second mini-album, "Devil," with the title track of the same name. This is the male idol's first Korean release since his debut in March 2020 and his first Korean mini-album since his marriage in October 2020.
ALSO READ: TVXQ Changmin Reveals His Thoughts on Becoming SM Director during His Appearance on 'Noon Song of Hope'
3. MOMOLAND X NATTI NATASHA - 'Yummy Yummy Love'
After almost a year without any activities, MOMOLAND came back with the single "Yummy Yummy Love." The song is made in collaboration with Natti Natasha. This is MOMOLAND's first release since February 2021.
ALSO READ: MOMOLAND's 'Yummy Yummy Love' Gets Attention From Rolling Stone Magazine
4. MAMAMOO Wheein - 'Make Me Happy'
MAMAMOO member Wheein released her second mini-album, "Whee," with its lead single "Make Me Happy" on January 16. This marks Wheein's first release under THE L1VE. She previously signed under the company on August 31, 2021, making her labelmates with Ravi.
ALSO READ: #WHEEIN_MakeMeHappy: Whee In Makes Much-Anticipated Comeback With 2nd Mini-Album 'WHEE'
5. fromis_9 - 'DM'
On January 17, 2022, fromis_9 released their fourth mini-album, "Midnight Guest," and its lead single "DM." Before its release, fromis_9's production team drew flak for allegedly copying TWICE's "The Feels" concept.
ALSO READ: fromis_9's 'DM' Production Team Criticized for 'Copying' TWICE's 'The Feels'
6. Girls' Generation Taeyeon - 'Can't Control Myself'
On January 17, 2022, Girls' Generation member Taeyeon released the digital single "Can't Control Myself." The song is a pre-release single for her third studio album, which will be released in February 2022.
ALSO READ: Taeyeon Takes iTunes Top Spot With 'Can't Control Myself'
7. Yena - 'SMILEY (Feat. BIBI)'
On January 17, 2022, former IZ*ONE member Choi Yena made her solo debut with the mini-album "ˣ‿ˣ SMiLEY" and its lead single "SMILEY (Feat. BIBI)." This marks her first solo musical release since IZ*ONE's disbandment.
ALSO READ: Choi Yena Mentions IZ*ONE and Talks about the Creation of 'SMILEY' during Her Online Media Showcase
8. Jinjin & Rocky (ASTRO) - 'Just Breath'
On December 27, 2021, Fantagio announced that ASTRO members Jinjin and Rocky will debut with the group's second sub-unit, Jinjin & Rocky. The duo debuted on January 17, 2022, with the mini-album "Restore" and its lead single "Just Breath."
9. GOT7 Bambam - 'Slow Mo'
On January 18, GOT7 member Bambam released his second mini-album, "B." with the lead single "Slow Mo." The music video was well-received by viewers for its dreamlike nature.
ALSO READ: GOT7 BamBam Comes Back with Second Mini-Album 'B'
10. Yuju - 'Play'
Following GFRIEND's disbandment, Yuju debuted as a soloist under Konnect Entertainment on January 18, 2022. She debuted with the mini-album "Rec." and its lead single "Play."
ALSO READ: Yuju Thanks Kang Daniel for Preventing Her Solo Debut Song from Getting Leaked
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Written by Alexa Lewis
