Singer Nam Woo-hyun is returning with a new album that will refresh the summer music scene.
Nam Woo-hyun will release his fifth mini album 'Tree Ring' at 6 p.m. on the 30th through various music streaming sites, announcing his pleasant return to global fans.
'Tree Ring,' which refers to the growth rings of a tree, signifies the maturity of Nam Woo-hyun as a tree, and it not only shows his musically matured side but also carries the meaning of a promise to continue to grow musically and approach fans, like one of his symbols, the ring.
The title track 'Only Straight Ahead' is a rock and roll track that depicts a pure rush toward love on a base of unrestrained guitar riffs and powerful drum beats. The message of choosing to go straight toward just one person conveys both hot and cool energy to listeners on hot summer days.
In addition, the album includes 'You Must Return After Three Minutes,' which illustrates a man's heartfelt confession returning to the person he loves against the flow of time, 'Meeting You,' which features bright medium tempo and passionate lyrics, 'Quietly I Will Hold You,' which carries a message of comfort, 'It's Harsh,' which boldly expresses words that everyone has felt but finds hard to say, and the instrumental track of the title song 'Only Straight Ahead,' all showcasing Nam Woo-hyun's unique vocal color and solidified singing ability.
Nam Woo-hyun has been steadily involved in songwriting from Infinite albums to his solo albums for a long time, developing his singer-songwriter capabilities. This time with 'Tree Ring,' he also participated in writing and composing all the songs, demonstrating his evolved musical abilities.
In the music video for the title track 'Only Straight Ahead,' actress Song Ji-woo, who appeared in the Netflix series 'Squid Game Season 2,' grants a fun chemistry with Nam Woo-hyun, who transforms into a baseball player, navigating the field and creating a youthful romance with Song Ji-woo, offering another layer of enjoyment.
One hour before the release of 'Tree Ring,' at 5 p.m. that day, a comeback countdown live broadcast will be held on Nam Woo-hyun's official YouTube channel. Nam Woo-hyun is expected to communicate with global fans while sharing various stories, including his recent updates and introducing the new album.
Nam Woo-hyun's fifth mini album 'Tree Ring' will be released at 6 p.m. on the 30th through various music streaming sites.
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