Cho Yi-hyun, better known by her stage name YENA, is a South Korean singer, rapper, and television personality who has made significant strides in the K-pop scene since her debut. Initially rising to fame as a member of the project girl group IZ*ONE after participating in the Korean survival show "Produce 48", YENA embarked on a solo career with much anticipation following the group's disbandment in April 2021. Her charming personality and versatile talent swiftly translated into her solo work, allowing her to carve out her own identity in the industry.

In January 2022, YENA made her solo debut with the mini-album "ˣ‿ˣ (SMiLEY)", bursting onto the scene with contagious energy and showcasing her ability to blend pop and hip-hop with a unique flair. The lead single "SMILEY" received a Japanese version later, featuring the talented chanmina, indicating YENA's keenness for cultural crossover and collaboration. Her subsequent releases such as "HATE XX", "Love War", and "SMARTPHONE" have continued to establish her as a bold and eclectic artist, unafraid to explore different sounds and themes within her music. With her fresh approach and charismatic stage presence, YENA is quickly becoming a standout solo artist within the competitive K-pop industry.

Genres

Pop

R&b

Trap

Rap

Dance Pop

Hip Hop

Contemporary R&b

J-pop

K-pop

Electropop

Bubblegum Pop

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Latest Release

DNA

YENA

Single - Released February 7, 2024