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Korean singer Younha releases remake album 'Sub Character'

Published Mar 10, 2026 11:27 am  |  Updated Mar 10, 2026 04:00 pm
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)

Korean solo singer-songwriter Younha released her first remake album, "Sub Character." 

The promotions for the album started with the pre-release single “계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)” last Feb. 2. 

With the album, Younha wished to share more of her personal taste with her listeners by showcasing her own artistry on these beloved tracks. 

“I’m very excited to introduce amazing songs, and I believe you’ll enjoy the album more if you compare similar yet different charms from the original songs while listening to it. There are many talented musicians with transparent sensibilities, so I hope musicians who are truly passionate for music, including myself, will expand their stages even further. 'Sub Character' is a story about us who are looking for meaning within the most ordinary days, across languages and borders,” said Younha. 

Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)
Korean singer Younha (C9 Entertainment)

The remake album has four tracks: “계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)” (original singer: Miiro), “Sub Character” (original singer: wizu), the title track “염라 (Karma)” (original singer: 달의하루 [Dareharu]), and “Skybound” (original singer: KARDI). 

“Seasonal Crime”  conveys the message that every moment and memory people experience in life is priceless while “Sub Character” depicts the confusion between jealousy and admiration one feels for another who is considered the “main character,” leading the narrator of the song to think that they want to be just like that main character. 

The title track, “염라 (Karma),” expresses the vanity of being forgotten, the fear of disappearance, and the cycle of karma. 

Its Korean title, “염라”, represents King Yama, or the King of the Underworld, who symbolizes the constant cycle of life and death. The album closes with “Skybound,” which is about being on a journey toward a bigger world and not caring what others think. 

Ahead of the album release, the music videos for “계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)” and “Sub Character” were uploaded on Younha's official YouTube channel. 

"Sub Character" is Younha's first album since the release of her seventh full-length album, 'Growth Together" in September 2024, which was released to celebrate her 20th debut anniversary. 

Earlier this year, Younha met fans through the 빛나는 겨울(Glistening Winter) concert. 

All tickets for 12 shows were sold out in minutes after general ticket sales opened, proving high anticipation and support for the artist’s music from her fandom, Y.Holics. Along with the remake album, there will be a fourth music video that fans and listeners can look forward to.

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