Chaeyoung of TWICE features in sokodomo's new song 'WAKE UP', promoting self-liberation and support for listeners' struggles.
November/20/2025 19:18
The collaboration song between TWICE's Chaeyoung and rapper sokodomo has been unveiled. The new song 'WAKE UP (Feat. CHAEYOUNG of TWICE)', featuring Chaeyoung, was released today (20th) at 6 PM. Sokodomo participated in the track included in Chaeyoung's 1st full album 'LIL FANTASY vol.1', announced on September 12, creating a buzz with excellent synergy. The renewed collaboration between the two has attracted attention from listeners in Korea and abroad. 'WAKE UP' is the title track of sokodomo's new album 'SCORPIO000-^', incorporating a message about liberating oneself from others' gazes and moving towards the life one desires. As the year comes to a close, the song sends warm support to those feeling fatigue and anxiety, with Chaeyoung's vocals delivering deep emotional healing. Chaeyoung has participated in writing and composing various songs for TWICE, showcasing her musicality, in addition to her 1st solo album 'LIL FANTASY vol.1', which she created with her unique personality and sensibility. Her collaborations with numerous musicians have broadened her activities, revealing a wide spectrum and unique charm as an artist. This year marks the 10th anniversary of TWICE, which is actively thriving in all directions. Their 4th full album 'THIS IS FOR' and special album 'TEN: The Story Goes On', released in July and October, respectively, ranked high on the Billboard 200, establishing a record as the first K-POP girl group to have ten albums charted on this main album chart. Additionally, the OST 'TAKEDOWN (JEONGYEON, JIHYO, CHAEYOUNG)' from Netflix's 'KPOP Girls! Demon Hunters' and 'Strategy' from their 14th mini-album have been long-running on Billboard's main chart 'HOT100'. As part of their largest world tour 'THIS IS FOR', TWICE is holding solo performances in Korea and abroad, meeting audiences worldwide. The tour will take place in Kaohsiung, Taiwan on the 22nd and 23rd.
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