SHINee's Key is confirmed to be making a solo comeback in August 2025. Reported via Naver on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, this is Key's solo comeback after almost a year since the release of the mini album ' Pleasure Shop '.
This news has been confirmed through an Xports News report on July 2, 2025, which stated that Key is busy preparing his new project and will greet fans at the end of this summer.
Previously, Key had set a record for the highest sales in his solo career of over 114,000 copies in the first week of the album 'Pleasure Shop'. This shows Key's increasing popularity among global K-pop fans.
Previously in May 2025, Key and SHINee also released a single titled 'Poet | Artist' to commemorate SHINee's 17th debut anniversary. However, this work is non-promotional.
Therefore, the comeback in August will be Key's first solo promotional activity in the past year. Meanwhile, Key is known as an idol who not only shines in the group SHINee, but is also successful individually.
He once won first place twice on MBC's music show 'Music Core' during his solo promotions through 'Bad Love' and 'Pleasure Shop'. He even cried when he received the trophy. He admitted to being grateful and said, "Receiving the first place trophy in my career is not an easy thing.
I am very grateful." For his loyal fans, Key also continues to be active in the Korean entertainment world. Currently, he is a fixed member on two popular television shows: MBC's 'I Live Alone' and tvN's 'Amazing Saturday'.
Meanwhile, Key started his solo career through the album 'Face' in 2018, followed by 'Bad Love' (2021), 'Gasoline' (2022), 'Killer' (2023), 'Good and Great' (2023), and Pleasure Shop (2024). Where each album features a unique exploration of music and fashion typical of Key's style.
Key is known as an idol who is never afraid to experiment through music, visuals, and fashion. With concepts that are always artistic and bold, each comeback is anticipated because it offers a different visual and musical experience.
The mini album 'Good & Great' which was released in September 2023 also received a warm welcome because it showed Key's cheerful and energetic side, different from the dark nuances of 'Bad Love' or the luxury of 'Gasoline'.
Not only in Korea, Key has also explored the Japanese market by releasing the EP 'Hologram' in 2018 and the single 'Tongue Tied' in 2024. This proves his existence as an international soloist who is able to adapt to various markets.
With his solo comeback scheduled for August, Key is expected to bring a surprising new work. In an interview, Key said he will try a concept like 'Gasoline' again. Not a few also hope that Key will present a big visual project, considering his reputation as a fashion trendsetter and a creative artist.
So far, there are no official details about the concept, tracklist, or teasers for Key's latest comeback. However, fan enthusiasm has increased drastically on social media, indicating that Key remains one of the most anticipated male soloists in the K-pop industry.
With thorough preparation and a solid reputation, SHINee's Key is ready to prove again that he is a powerhouse in the Korean entertainment world, both as a singer, performer, and style icon.
This solo comeback will not only solidify Key's position as an independent artist, but also enrich SHINee's overall music portfolio, emphasizing their existence as a legendary group that continues to shine, even in their 17th debut year.
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