K-pop releases and comebacks call for a big celebration. Curating campaigns, causing websites to crash and organising streaming parties on Station Head on Twitter, this is quite the event. Unlike western pop music, which usually follows a format – teaser then main music video drop – K-pop artists line up their calendars with activities and concept explanations beforehand. The concept is a quintessential part of K-pop; it gives the fans an insight into the mood and genre of the album. And if you dive into the calendars of any K-pop fan, you’ll see that March is running high on the beat business. This month kicked off with a smash hit collab single by BTS J-Hope and iconic rapper J-Cole’s On the street to TWICE‘s latest album Ready To Be.
But what makes March special is the number of K-pop stars going solo, like Jimin of BTS and Jisoo of BLACKPINK. Some of them are making their grand solo debuts, and some are releasing their much-anticipated solo comebacks like Bam Bam of GOT7; this month is definitely going to be musical for everyone.
Keep scrolling because we have compiled all the dates and songs coming or already released this month.
1. GOT7 Youngjae’s Digital Single: Errr Day
Youngjae surprised all the Ahgases by unexpectedly announcing that he would be releasing a new digital single this month. Youngjae participated in composing and writing the lyrics for Errr Day, which compares the nervous feelings of meeting someone you like to the heart-fluttering excitement of spring. The song already has fans excited; the K-pop star has given the video a personal touch. It features him enjoying in Thailand.
2. EXO Kai’s Mini Album: Rover
The world-famous boy band member has come a long way in his solo showcases, and his last single Mmmh was a smashing hit on the Billboards chart. This week, he released his highly anticipated mini album, Rover. The song is trending on YouTube with over 5 million views. No one is surprised.
3. So!YoON!’ Ft. BTS RM’s Collab Single: Smoke Sprite
A complete banger! This isn’t the first time RM’s collaboration single has topped the charts.The song features on the celebrated singer So!YoON latest solo album, titled Episode 1: Love. The track was composed and written by both So!YoON and RM. The music video, which was dropped last night, is now the number one trending video on YouTube worldwide.
4. iKON Bobby’s Single: S.i.R
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Bobby unveiled the timer for his forthcoming solo song “S.i.R,” which will be his first release after iKON joined forces with 143 Entertainment earlier this year and left YG Entertainment as a group. The music videos for Bobby’s new songs Cherry Blossoms and Drowning will be released on March 20 and 21, respectively.
5. BTS Jimin’s Solo Debut Album: Face
Last year, BTS announced an indefinite hiatus to finish their military enlistments and go solo for some time. While few members have already made their solo marks on billboards and iTunes charts, it was Jimin’s launch that was much anticipated by the BTS army. He started his 2023 with a feature in TAEYANG’s single Vibe that made everyone want more of him. And it’s safe to say the teasers of his first official solo album, FACE, are already making waves in the music space. Jimin will release the album on March 24.
6. GOT7 BamBam’s: Sour & Sweet
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The K-pop superstar is all set to release his first full-length solo album, Sour & Sweet on March 28. It contains a total of eight songs, including the title track Sour & Sweet. The album has a story that connects the entire album from the intro song Feather to the last song, Wings. The fans are already expecting a magical album with all the concept visuals he is dropping on Instagram.
7. BLACKPINK Jisoo’s Solo Debut Album: ME
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A cultural reset for making K-pop royalty Jisoo finally announced her solo debut album, titled ME. The BLACKPINK member’s first solo album will follow the autobiographical pattern established by the titles of prior solo releases by her group members Rosé (2021’s record-setting R) and Lisa (2021’s Lalisa). The album poster features a breathtaking close-up of Jisoo, her signature red lipstick, and floral accessories standing out in stark contrast to the visual’s green background.
8. GOT7 Mark Tuan’s Single: Carry Me Out
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This single is Mark’s first release of the year. Last year, the singer-rapper embarked on his first-ever North American tour. The record chronicled the 2021 song Last Breath act’s journey through music, showcasing what lay behind the glittering lights of his life as a K-pop idol.
Also, dive in our archives and read the full story of BLACKPINK Jisoo’s first ELLE India cover.
