The HeeJin View: All About “K” Through The Eyes Of ARTMS HeeJin - Solo Album, "Scarlet Heart Ryeo" & More | Exclusive Interview

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The day K-Pop fans all over the world have been waiting for has finally arrived. Queen HeeJin has made her solo comeback after seven years, and it is every bit as vivid, bright, and iconic as we imagined it would be, if not more. Imbued with the essence of HeeJin's spirited determination and cheerful vibrancy, HeeJin's solo album "K", which stands for Korea, and the title track 'Algorithm' do a fantastic job of ushering in a new era of HeeJin's evolved artistry as a solo artist.

The title track 'Algorithm' visually tells the story of a rebellious modern princess who dreams of exploring the world beyond her palace and becoming a K-Pop star. With HeeJin being K-Pop royalty herself, her song naturally brings out an empowering conviction that inspires us to reach for our dreams, too. Musically, it is a wonderfully addictive blend of 80s disco funk and dynamic K-Pop - so, yet another juxtaposition of the classic and the contemporary, just like in the music video. On the lyrical layer, it speaks of healing and moving on from a breakup when thoughts of an ex keep popping up like an algorithm. Still, HeeJin expresses her will to take the chance and look forward to a rosier future.

While the title track of HeeJin's solo album is undoubtedly dazzling, the b-side tracks are real hidden gems - especially songs like 'Video Game', 'Nokia', and 'Addiction', co-written by HeeJin. With crystal clear vocals like a nightingale, HeeJin captivates in her mini-album, offering a cornucopia of musical colors to immerse yourselves in. "K" may be a commercially successful release but it is also a p