aespa member Karina is winning hearts once again, this time with her multilingual talent and heartfelt performance at her birthday party.
Before turning 25, Karina held her own fan event “KARINA BIRTHDAY PARTY MEMORY BOX 2026” in Seoul on March 24, where he treated fans to a series of special stages. In addition to interacting closely with attendees, the K-pop star impressed with covers in multiple languages, including Japanese, English and Chinese, demonstrating both his versatility and dedication to fans.
Among the standout moments was her cover of the Chinese song “愛你但說不出口” by Karencici. Originally known for its soft and emotionally layered tone, the song has gained a new appeal through Karina’s vocals, adding what fans have described as a “romantic filter” to performance. Many viewers reacted enthusiastically, with comments like “I fell in love just listening to it” rapidly spreading online.
The surprise didn’t end there. Karina’s cover also caught the attention of the artist herself. Karencici reposted the performance on Threads, writing, “I love cute girls, so beautiful”delighting fans with this unexpected interaction between artists.
In addition to the Chinese song, Karina also performed RADWIMPS’ “Sparkle” and the classic English hit “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”, further highlighting her global appeal.
Interestingly, “愛你但說不出口” has recently gained popularity among Korean artists. Idols like BOYNEXTDOOR’s Taesan and Taeyang have also been spotted singing the track, signaling a growing trend of Chinese-language songs crossing into K-pop spaces.
Karina’s birthday event ultimately became more than just a celebration: it turned into a viral moment that united different musical cultures, proving once again why she remains one of the most captivating artists in K-pop today.
Sources: Yahoo News
