Cha Eun-woo of ASTRO will release his 2nd solo mini-album 'ELSE' and the music video for 'Sweet Papaya' on the 21st.
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ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo will release the title track of his 2nd solo mini-album during his military hiatus, along with the music video for the song 'Sweet Papaya'. Today (13th), he announced the official music video release for 'Sweet Papaya' from his 2nd solo mini-album 'ELSE' through his official SNS with a coming soon image. According to this, after officially releasing the 2nd solo mini-album on the 21st, he will sequentially release the teaser video for 'Sweet Papaya' on the 26th and the full music video on the 28th. Cha Eun-woo has prepared a total of two music videos, including the title track 'SATURDAY PREACHER', which has a completely contrasting atmosphere to 'Sweet Papaya', showcasing his enthusiastic activities before enlistment, promising enjoyment for global fans. In the image released today, he exudes a funky mood at the center of a stage filled with various instruments. His captivating aura, combined with tropical colors and the phrase 'Stay Tuned!', captivates attention. Expectations are rising for Cha Eun-woo's new charm, conceptualized around the sweet tropical fruit papaya, as suggested by the song title. 'Sweet Papaya', which was partially revealed in a highlight medley, leads to a sensory party atmosphere with Cha Eun-woo's unique chill voice, enchanting global listeners. Following the audio release, the music video will allow fans to experience Cha Eun-woo's expanded musical world in a three-dimensional way. Additionally, his 2nd solo mini-album 'ELSE' includes a total of four songs across different genres, starting with the retro disco sound title track 'SATURDAY PREACHER', as well as 'Selfish' and 'Thinkin' Bout U', and will be released on the 21st at 1 PM through music streaming sites both domestically and internationally.
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ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo has released his 2nd mini-album 'ELSE', which reflects his growth as an artist. The album features four tracks, including the title song 'SATURDAY PREACHER', blending retro disco sounds with his soft falsetto. The music video portrays his duality, while the album marks a significant shift from his previous work, 'ENTITY'.
