
NANA Unveils Debut Solo Album 'Seventh Heaven 16', Embarks on a New Era
NANA, formerly of After School, is set to launch her highly anticipated debut solo album, 'Seventh Heaven 16', marking a significant new chapter in her 16-year career. This solo venture showcases her unique artistic vision and musical prowess as a standalone artist.
Having debuted in 2009 with After School and later captivating audiences with Orange Caramel, NANA has also established a strong presence as an actress. This album serves as a commemoration of her 16th anniversary, delving into her current emotions and aspirations for the future. Notably, she chose her birthday for the release date and incorporated the number '1968', symbolizing her mother's birth year and a significant tattoo, adding a personal tribute.
For this album, NANA shifts her focus from external glamour to inner authenticity. Her visual concepts, characterized by a chic aura and alluring silhouettes, along with captivating photos and teaser videos, reveal a candid and unvarnished side, presenting a fresh persona as a solo artist. She plans to unleash her innate energy through bold and experimental performances.
Beyond just singing and performing, NANA actively participated in the album's production, demonstrating her capabilities as a producer. This endeavor highlights her expanded musical spectrum and her ability to deliver a unique emotional resonance to listeners with her distinct sensibility and atmosphere.
The music video for the title track 'GOD' will be pre-released on NANA's official YouTube channel on the 14th at 12 PM KST, followed by the full album release on all music sites at 6 PM KST. The official music video for 'GOD' will be released on the 15th, with music videos for the B-side tracks 'Daylight' and '상처' to follow sequentially.
NANA debuted in 2009 as a member of the girl group After School, later achieving popularity with the unit Orange Caramel and successfully pursuing a career in acting. She is also recognized as a fashion icon, admired for her distinctive visuals and styling sense. With this solo album, she is refocusing on her music career, signaling her return to her roots as a singer.