ZICO Unveils First Concept Photos for New Single 'DUET' Featuring Japanese Musician Lilas

Singer and producer ZICO has heightened anticipation for his comeback by releasing the first concept photos for his new digital single, 'DUET'.

On the evening of the 15th at 10 PM, ZICO unveiled three concept photos for his upcoming track 'DUET' via his official social media channels. These images mark the first collaboration visuals with renowned Japanese musician Lilas (Ikura from YOASOBI), showcasing a unique pairing that has captured attention.

The released photos present a striking contrast, with ZICO's free-spirited style set against Lilas's neat attire. In another shot, while surrounding individuals strike the same pose, ZICO and Lilas maintain a static stance amidst the crowd, adding an air of mystery. Notably, a distinctive, imitable hand gesture draws the eye, further sparking curiosity.

This digital single will also be available as a special merchandise album, embodying fresh ideas. Born from a collaboration with jewelry and fashion brands, the album is crafted as a bracelet and necklace set, symbolizing the concept of a duet. The magnetic clasps on each accessory pendant that snap together are designed to connect, ingenically linking with the song title 'DUET'.

'DUET' originates from the imagination of 'What if I performed a duet with my ideal partner?'. The track is expected to highlight the harmony between two artists with seemingly contrasting vocal tones and artistic styles. The meeting of ZICO, an icon of Korean hip-hop, and Lilas, a representative of Japanese band music, has already become a major topic of conversation, with expectations soaring for the synergy between these two 'top-tier' Korean and Japanese artists.

Meanwhile, ZICO is scheduled to perform 'DUET' live for the first time at the '2025 Melon Music Awards (MMA2025)', to be held at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on the 20th, the day after the music release.

Netizens expressed fervent interest in the new song and performance, commenting, 'ZICO and Lilas? What an amazing combination!', 'I'm already excited just from the concept photos', 'It's definitely going to be a hit song', and 'My heart is pounding thinking about seeing the stage at the MMA.'