Heechan from NCT wins 1st place on KBS's Music Bank with his solo debut song 'CRZY', showcasing his popularity and talent.
September/20/2025 12:30
NCT's Heechan won 1st place as a solo singer on a music program. He appeared on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' broadcast in Korea on the 19th and won 1st place with the title track 'CRZY' from his 1st full album 'TASTE'. He proved his overwhelming popularity by winning a trophy on a terrestrial music program at the same time as his solo debut. After the announcement of 1st place, he expressed, 'I sincerely thank the SM family and the NCTzens (NCT fans). I will work hard to become an artist who can present wonderful music in the future.' The new song 'CRZY' is an R&B pop dance song that depicts the moment of temptation towards someone met by chance. Through a performance that harmonizes intuitive expressions of enchanting lyrics with rhythmic yet restrained gestures, fans can enjoy the charm of 'all-rounder' Heechan. Additionally, Heechan recorded 1st place on major music streaming charts in South Korea with this album. It topped the iTunes top album chart in 21 regions worldwide and entered the top 10 in 34 regions, garnering significant attention. The 1st full album 'TASTE' consists of 11 tracks, including the title track 'CRZY', sharing his musical preferences and allowing listeners to experience Heechan's musical world with the meaning of 'tasting'.
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