Summer ended with a bang with the hottest solo artist comebacks so far!
August gave us a lot. From long-awaited solo comebacks to unexpected summer bops, it surely delivered new songs to add to our playlists. I compiled this list to make sure everyone didn’t miss a single comeback this month.
Disclaimer: Do note that some artists here are new and fresh for me. I might have different opinions or am not educated enough about the artist yet. Nevertheless, let’s discover what August gifted us for the past 31 days.
Male Solo Artists
- Author’s Favorites
Wonho – Losing You
Yes, I am one of those fans that waited for this comeback. I maybe cried when I listened to it for the first time. Wonho’s emotional ballad is a gift for his fans all over the world who missed his voice. The track serves as a pre-debut single to his upcoming solo debut.
Kang Daniel- Who U Are
As expected from the man himself, Kang Daniel gave us a track that’s automatically added to my hype up playlist. It made me bop my head in the first few seconds and I’m sure you would too. You’ll probably sing along to the chorus too.
JYP ft. Sunmi- When We Disco
Park Jin Young delivers a fresh trot track with Sunmi this summer. In my opinion, it’s not cheesy at all and can be enjoyed by any age. It’s nostalgic and sweet! Plus, I really like the story of the music video.
Han Seung Woo- Sacrifice
According to my notes, Han Seung Woo is the guy your girlfriend told you not to worry about. He has it all! I’m not lying: strong vocals, stable rap, dynamic dance skills. Don’t get me started with his visuals. It’s a perfect hype song for people getting ready to party. He surely is a triple threat rookie. Make sure to look out for his high note and topless scene.
Woo Won Jae ft. Tiger JK & Kim Ah Il- Job
If you’re more into hardcore hip hop, Job features strong rappers and a great lyrical message. Their solid bars are perfect for my underground rap enthusiasts out there.
Lee Eun Sang ft. AB6IX Park Woojin- Beautiful Scar
This slow, RnB pop gives listeners a sensual chill with its smooth melody. Woojin’s part is a great mix with Eun Sang’s vocals or maybe I’m just a sucker for rappers. I want more from this duo. They’re addictive and musically brilliant.
- Chill Tracks
Kang Daniel ft. Daun- Movie
Serving as a double to his first title track, Movie’s hip-hop easy listening vibe danced to my ears. It sounded trendy and I had fun peeping at the cameos on his music video. This fresh track will surely make you want to be in Kang Daniel’s friend group.
Peakboy ft. Wheein- Diet
Peakboy became the boy of my dreams when he said that I don’t need to diet. This easy-listening RnB track paired with its sweet lyrics was quickly added to my favorites. Wheein’s vocals are so chill, it came together nicely with Peakboy’s rap verses.
Chancellor ft. Younha- Walking in the Rain
These two are the perfect vocal match!. Chancellor delivers an acoustic easy listening track with chill RnB vibes. It’s a sweet, timeless love song. I first encountered Younha in her track with BTS’ RM, Winter Flower. Hearing her in a relaxed track like this makes me interested in her work even more.
Hong Eunki- Flower
If you want a track that makes you nostalgic, Flower is for you. This song reminds me of summer vacation and hangouts with my friends. It literally feels so youthful, I feel like I became younger when I watched its music video.
Taemin- 2 Kids
This track made me smile as it warmed my heart. Taemin singing about the difficulties of fresh, young love was something I didn’t know I needed. It’s a chill track you can listen to if you’re melancholic and in love.
B1A4 Sandeul – Summer Day Summer Night
Adding to the chill summer love playlist is this track. It’s about young love and it’s bright, fresh energy makes you fall in love with Sandeul over and over.
THAMA ft. nafla- Land
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0s_C2SukOY
Another song from the cool kids playlist, this groovy, chill hip-hop song goes along the current trends. THAMA gave us charming vocals paired with nafla’s talent – a perfect combination.
Kim Yo Han – No More
No More‘s MV is as charming as Kim Yo Han himself. He gave us an easy-listening pop track. It’s chill, cool, and feel good. With balloons, teddy bears, and colorful outfits, Kim Yo Han perfectly displays his personality.
- Ballads
Kim Kook Heon – Dry Flower
Hailing from B.O.Y or B Of You, this vocalist is so underrated. He gave us this soft ballad with strong and stable vocals. Dry Flower is an emotional and sentimental song perfect for your melancholic playlist.
Choi Suhwan – Starry Night
This song feels like it’s more than a ballad track. Acting as a serenade or a letter to a loved one, it sounds like a late-night heartbreak lullaby. His strong vocals support the anticipation for his solo debut with this pre-debut single.
Kim Jae Hwan- I’m Not Okay
Kim Jae Hwan’s comforting and emotional vocals give life to this acoustic ballad. I think it’s a great solo comeback and I’m looking forward to more from this artist.
Huh Gak- Without You
Without You is another acoustic ballad. I think it pairs greatly with Kim Jae Hwan’s song I mentioned earlier. It’s nostalgic and romantic, displaying strong and sweet vocals. The music video is a must-watch for me since I maybe cried while watching.
Female Solo Artists
- Unexpected Gem
Ahn Yeeun – Trumpet Creeper
This was a cultural shock for me but in a good way. First, there’s a disclaimer in the music video. Apparently, the video has horror themes so it’s not for the faint of heart. Ahn Ye Eun’s haunting and enchanting vocals are so incredible. It’s like she’s casting a spell. The MV stars Korean actor Yoon Kyun Sang, which people might know from his appearances in Pinocchio, The Doctors, and Class of Lies.
- Girl Power Anthems
Hyolyn- Say My Name
If there’s a summer party queen, it’s Hyolyn. Known for Dalla and See Sea, Say My Name sounds so distinctly Hyolyn. This hype up sexy track will surely make you dance.
MiSO- BLESSED
If you want girl power, this song is for you. This is easily added to my hype up and summer party playlist, It’s so fun and upbeat, making me dance right as the chorus started.
Jenyer- Bad
I listened to her for the first time and her relaxing vocals did not disappoint. The sensual piano melody paired with the satisfying unexpected beat drop is so good. I think this is a dance party track for the powerful women out there.
BiPA – I Don’t Care
Looking for a quality summer party, girl power track? This is it. BiPA is everyone’s girl crush in her latest release. Let’s stan this underrated rapper vocalist, everyone!
Cheetah – So Sorry
Cheetah is another underrated female solo artist. Her new, fresh, hip-hop track proves that you should never underestimate her talent. So Sorry and its catchy and relatable lyrics is a gem hidden in between these strong August comebacks.
SoRi- Initial S
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCYrDLrfWCQ
Vocalist Sori ends the month with a city pop release. The electro-synth made me dance along to the rhythm. Also, the MV is great, breaking stereotypes with badass girls in motorcycles.
- Chill Tracks
Sejeong- Whale
Sejeong delivered a chill, feel-good track perfect for summer. It displayed her relaxed and controlled vocals, setting a bar for her future releases.
BIBI- She Got It
I have a feeling that this is a song for the cool kids in college. It has a lo-fi vibe paired with a trendy and chill RnB beat.
Lee Sojung- Island
Her vocals are through the roof. Aside from being an acoustic vocal bop solo, it’s a soft summer EDM song perfect for chilling.
Sunmi- Borderline
Sunmi followed up pporappipam with a sensual song. It’s lyrics talks about self-care, making it personal and raw. It’s a chill track perfect for downtime listening.
Rothy ft. Chanyeol – Ocean View
One word to describe this track: cute. Rothy’s youthful vocals are perfect for this chill summer love song.
- Ballads
HEDY – You were really not good
This track is simple and elegant. HEDY’s vocal talent is in the spotlight in this ballad. Her strong and stable vocals coupled with her smooth high notes displays her talent.
Jessi- Numb
Numb is Jessi’s shining vocal track from the same album that brought us, Nunu Nana. I swear that song is still stuck in my head. This song is raw and emotional proving that Jessi is more than just a rapper. The English lyrics brings out her uniqueness and personality.
Sohyang- Stay
If you’re into ballads, why not get serenaded by the relaxing vocals of the Korean Mariah Carey. Stay is a melancholic and emotional love song looking to comfort listeners far and wide.
Shin Bong Sun / Capsai Shin- Spicy Love
If you’re into comedy songs, Spicy Love is for you. This fun ballad is sung by comedian Shin Bong Sun. You might remember her from her stint as a Celeb 5 member. Make sure to check out her live stage too where SF9 Chani provided the narration to her song.
In conclusion, the month of August gave us a variety of music from emotional ballads to chill tunes to hype up dance tracks. There is one thing for sure: the next month will be even crazier.
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