IU Drops Surprise Summer Farewell Single 'Bye, Summer'!

IU has gifted her fans with an unexpected surprise as summer draws to a close. On the 10th at 7 AM, the singer released her digital single 'Bye, Summer' on various music platforms without any prior announcement or promotion.

This surprise release aims to be a special gift for her fans as the warm days fade and a cooler breeze begins to blow. The song 'Bye, Summer' was first unveiled during her '2024 IU HEREH WORLD TOUR CONCERT ENCORE : THE WINNING' in Seoul last September, generating significant buzz. During the concert, IU personally played the guitar while performing the track, earning immense cheers from the audience. The live clip released after the show also gained massive attention, even trending on YouTube.

Penned and composed by IU herself, 'Bye, Summer' features her signature lyrical vocals, a simple yet beautiful melody, and refreshing band sounds that evoke the feeling of summer's end. The accompanying lyric video tells a heartwarming story of a boy and girl building summer memories and parting ways as the season concludes, resembling a short fairy tale.

In other news, IU recently won both the Best Actress and Popular Star awards at the Blue Dragon Series Awards for her role in the Netflix series 'When Life Gives You Tangerines'. She is also preparing for her fan meeting '2025 IU FAN MEET-UP [Bye, Summer]' in September and is currently filming her upcoming drama 'The Lady 21st Century'.

IU, a prominent South Korean singer-songwriter and actress, debuted in 2008 and has since become a household name with hits like 'Good Day' and 'Blueming'. Known for her exceptional songwriting and vocal talent, she is often referred to as the 'Nation's Little Sister' and has proven her acting prowess in dramas such as 'Hotel Del Luna'. Her recent success in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' further solidifies her multi-talented status.