Rehyun of the group NCT, who returned with a deeper sensitivity after completing his military service, offers listeners a warm resonance this summer.
Rehyun released his new single "99 Degrees" (ninety-nine degrees) and its music video at 6 p.m. on the 10th on various music platforms.
Rehyun, who connected passionately with fans on an Asia fan-con tour immediately after his discharge in May, through this new song, which he presents about two years after releasing his first solo album "J" in August 2024, stretches out into full-fledged activity.
Rehyun's new song "99 Degrees" is an emotional ballad that begins with delicate piano lines, builds with progressively richer instrumental sounds, and leaves a deep aftertaste by the end with only Rehyun's warm voice remaining. In particular, Rehyun participated directly in writing and composing, adding authenticity as a solo artist.
The lyrics convey the message that one finds the most complete love not at a fully boiling 100 degrees but in the imperfection of 99 degrees, and they delicately and romantically depict the essence of love that is finally completed through the other person, deeply stimulating listeners' emotions.
Girl, this love is 99 degrees / Leave the 1, we still got all we need / The love you bring is everything to me / It's already picture-perfect
The music video released together maximizes the song's lyrical mood. In the video, Rehyun strolls leisurely through places filled with his memories, such as a theater and a studio, retracing the past. He calmly empties the past that had bound him by always chasing perfection, accepts even imperfection wholly, and moves forward; this inner, mature journey is captured with a sensuous and sophisticated visual style.
Having proven a deeper musical sensibility and a matured inner self after the pause of military service, expectations are rising about what diverse activities Rehyun will pursue next.
[Photo] Music video capture
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