Kwon Eun-bi: "IZ*ONE 10th Anniversary Reunion? Discussed Positively" [Interview ③]

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Singer Kwon Eun-bi brought up the topic of a potential IZ*ONE reunion for their 10th anniversary.

Recently, Kwon Eun-bi held an interview to commemorate the release of her new digital single "DEJAVU" at a café in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

On that day, Kwon Eun-bi stated, "Although I am well-known by name, I feel my music still has room for improvement. Even with 'Underwater,' there are people who don't know it." She added candidly, "As a singer, I have a strong desire for my albums and songs to succeed. I want to be recognized through my albums."

Her definition of success is music that can be enjoyed together with the public. Kwon Eun-bi said, "I think the standard for success is having songs that people can sing along with. If many people enjoy them, then perhaps that means it's a success."

She also outlined specific goals. She mentioned, "There were times when my songs ranked 99th or 100th on music charts, and I want to be within the rankings. Just achieving that would feel like a great success."

She also has plans for physical albums. Kwon Eun-bi explained, "I am preparing so that physical albums can be released. Starting from my next album, I plan to set aside digital singles and aim to consistently release albums with as many songs as possible."

She continued, "In the past, due to our concept, I couldn't include much of my own story. Moving forward, I hope to incorporate more of my personal experiences and participate in the credits." She also revealed that she is currently working on both song creation and session recordings simultaneously.

As her stage experience has grown, so has her attitude toward music. Kwon Eun-bi remarked, "Going through the process of filling a three-minute stage alone made me feel I've grown compared to when I started. It's difficult to convey various emotions without becoming boring over those three minutes." She added, "I hope you'll be able to feel this more in 'DEJAVU,' and I'm looking forward to it."

Kwon Eun-bi debuted in 2014 with the group YEA but disbanded after a long hiatus in 2016. She later re-debuted as part of the project group IZ*ONE, formed through the Mnet survival program "Produce 48," and concluded three years of activities before transitioning to a solo career.

When asked about her most reliable support during her solo activities, she cited her IZ*ONE members. Kwon Eun-bi said, "Solo activities can be lonely, but talking with my members helps me feel understood." She added, "When we meet at award shows or on stage after a long time, we encourage each other. Visiting each other's concerts also serves as motivation."

Despite her busy schedule, she maintains close ties with her members. She shared, "IZ*ONE has a group chat. Recently, we exchanged birthday messages for Jang Wonyoung." She noted, "When Japanese members visit Korea, we try to meet up. Everyone is so busy that it's hard to see each other often, but we stay in touch and keep our connection alive."

This strong bond has also fueled expectations for a potential IZONE reunion. Kwon Eun-bi revealed, "While watching I.O.I's activities, I felt envious and once said we wanted to try it too. When IZONE reaches its 10th anniversary, if the opportunity arises, we've had positive discussions about wanting to reunite."

When asked about the driving force that allowed her to persist on her path as a singer, she mentioned her parents and fans. Kwon Eun-bi recalled, "My parents initially opposed my singing career, but they became my greatest motivation. I developed a strong determination to succeed no matter what, along with a stubborn resolve to make it happen somehow."

The presence of fans was also indispensable. She said, "Since gaining fans, I feel like I perform while thinking of them." She expressed gratitude, saying, "Thank you for always supporting and loving me so much."

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