TWICE’s Tzuyu Releases ‘abouTZU’ EP and ‘Run Away’ Music Video, Silencing Discrimination Controversy

On June 9, Tzuyu, the youngest member of TWICE, released her first solo EP titled abouTZU, along with the MV for the lead single “Run Away.”Tzuyu is now the third member of the JYP girl group to embark on a solo career, following Nayeon and Jihyo. Fans were pleasantly surprised by the level of investment and promotion given to Tzuyu for her solo debut. The EP consists of six songs, demonstrating Tzuyu’s pursuit of maturity in this new chapter of her musical journey.

Tzuyu – Run Away M/V

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIrCrGAX03Y

TZUYU "Run Away" M/V (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIrCrGAX03Y)

The song Run Away, which serves as the title track, has a captivating pop sound that evokes a sense of nostalgia similar to second-generation K-pop. The chorus is incredibly catchy and immediately captures the attention of listeners. Tzuyu’s vocals are a standout in the song, and the production team expertly weaves in powerful high notes that make a lasting impact.

Tzuyu exudes her mesmerizing visual charm in the MV. Being recognized as one of the most beautiful faces in K-pop and hailed as “the world’s most beautiful face,”her breathtaking appearance is always a reliable asset for her fans. She doesn’t have to rely on edgy or daring fashion choices to enchant viewers, as Tzuyu effortlessly captures their attention.

Despite being only 26 years old, Tzuyu, who was born in 1999, exudes elegance, femininity, and maturity. Her gentle beauty and continuously polished aura have garnered her praise for her stunning appearance in her debut music video.

Despite rumors of discrimination against Tzuyu, JYP Entertainment has effectively dispelled them through strategic investments in both music and visuals. Tzuyu, who was previously overlooked despite her striking beauty, was often blamed on JYP’s supposed neglect. This sparked outrage among fans and even garnered a response from Tzuyu’s mother’s friend and renowned singer, Stella Chang.

Despite being tailored to Tzuyu’s strengths, her solo effort has been criticized for lacking innovation in both music and visuals. This has contributed to a decline in TWICE’s popularity in recent years and a decrease in their chart rankings, with fans no longer as enthusiastic about supporting the group.

Despite this rather unremarkable debut, there are low expectations for Tzuyu’s solo impact. It is yet to be seen if she can overcome the “flop label”and this will require time to be proven.