Sunmi has shared the first teasers for her full album Maid of the heartrevealing a chilling Maid concept that releases on November 5th.
The singer unveiled the full tracklist and stunning concept images via her official social media channels on October 23, immediately capturing the attention of K-pop fans around the world.
The album, marked as his first full length album 18 years after its debut, contains 13 songs in total. In addition to the title track “CYNICAL”, the album includes the previously released single “BLUE!” from August and new songs titled “MAID”, “Sweet Nightmare”, “DDU DDU”, “Mini Gonna”, “Tuberose”, “Bass(ad)”, “Balloon in Love”, “Happy af”, “Midnight Walk”, “Bath” and “Long Long Night”.
The teaser images reveal contrasting visual concepts that showcase Sunmi’s artistic direction for the project. One image features her gently hugging her heart while the phrase “ALL TRACK MAID BY SUNMI” accompanies the image, suggesting her direct involvement in the album’s creation. Another conceptual image portrays her with a cynical expression, dressed in neat clothes and displaying an edgy and mysterious vibe that defines the overall aesthetic of the project.
The teaser materials prominently feature the bold phrase “WHY SO CYNICAL?” written in red letters, functioning as a provocative message that directly engages viewers and amplifies the anticipation for its transformation. The combination of opposing moods, of tenderness combined with acute cynicism, creates the album’s distinctive narrative identity.
Sunmi once again demonstrated her commitment to her craft by participating in the production of all songs on the album, fully reflecting her musical world and creative vision. This hands-on approach is in line with her established reputation as a concept craftsman known for reinventing herself with every release.
The singer he built his career on deliver unique performances and continually reinventing her musical identity, she has established herself as a trusted artist with a distinctive musical world. Previous hits, including “Gashina”, “Heroine”, “Heart Burn”, “Playboy”, “Noir” and “Main Character”, have solidified his position in the industry.
Maid of the heart comes as a significant milestone in Sunmi’s career, marking her first studio album since her debut. The project is expected to showcase his strengthened and deepened artistic abilities, while solidifying the musicianship he has developed throughout his career. The album will officially release on November 5th at 6pm KST.
