SHINee’s Minho is set to release his first single album titled Time on December 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM KST, officially marking his return to solo activities after about a year since his full-length album Call back debuted in November 2024.
This single album contains two tracks, the title track “Tempo” and a B-side called “You’re Right”, both of which are said to bring Minho’s unique emotional depth and musical expression.
The promotion for Time began with teaser content starting Dec. 2, with various visual elements, including teaser photos, song posters and album details designed to build anticipation among fans, according to Chosun Biz. The physical album is available for pre-order at both online and offline retailers starting December 1st.
Packaging details reveal the inclusion of a CD-R, a 24-page photo book, postcards, a photo badge and various stickers as part of the album packaging, providing collectors with rich content beyond just the music.
Ahead of the release, Minho will interact directly with fans through meet-and-greet events titled “Our Movie,” scheduled for December 13 and 14 in Seoul. These are opportunities for fans to connect closely with the artist, generating excitement for his solo comeback, Korea JoongAng Daily reported. Additionally, Minho will be one of the MCs for MBC’s year-end music show on December 31, marking his fourth time as a host of this significant event.
Minho’s solo career began with the single “Heartbreak” in 2021, followed by an EP, Hunting, in 2022, and the single “Stay for a Night” in early 2024, before releasing his first full album, Call back.
The album reflects his growth since debuting as a member of SHINee in 2008 and shows his continued evolution as a solo artist. Time is his first single album and is expected to further highlight his artistic maturity and style, blending emotional storytelling with contemporary soundscapes, as planned. Herald of Korea.​
With a constant presence through solo tours, YouTube content and television appearances, Minho continues to solidify his individual identity beyond SHINee, while maintaining close ties with the group. The upcoming release of Time It is a significant milestone in his solo endeavors and is highly anticipated by fans around the world awaiting this latest musical journey.
