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Comprehensive chronicle of Onew's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Onew's journey to global stardom
In 2016, Onew expanded his career by making his acting debut in the hit drama 'Descendants of the Sun'. This role highlighted his versatility and added a significant achievement to his portfolio before his military enlistment.
Onew expanded his career into acting through his role in 'Descendants of the Sun,' showcasing his versatility before his military enlistment.
On July 15, 2025, Onew marked his major solo comeback with a Seoul showcase for his second album 'Percent'. He performed the lead single 'Animals', highlighting a new artistic direction following his departure from SM Entertainment.
At a Seoul showcase for his second solo album 'Percent', Onew debuted the lead single 'Animals' and marked his major solo comeback following his departure from SM Entertainment.
In January 2025, Onew released his fourth EP 'Connection', his final solo project before his second full-length album 'Percent'. This swift release highlights his ongoing artistic momentum as an independent artist.
Onew's fourth EP 'Connection' served as his final solo release before his second studio album, directly preceding 'Percent'.
On September 3, 2024, Onew released his third EP 'Flow', featuring the lead track 'Beat Drum'. This album marks a deliberate shift from his introspective solo work toward cheerful, public-friendly songs to broaden his positive influence.
Onew's new EP 'Flow' marks a shift toward upbeat, accessible music aimed at broadening his positive public impact.
On March 6, 2023, Onew released his first full-length solo album, 'Circle.' This 10-track debut studio album highlights his distinctive voice and explores universal life experiences, marking a major solo milestone.
SM Entertainment released Onew's debut solo studio album 'Circle,' featuring ten songs on universal life experiences, at 6 p.m.
Onew's new 2024 EP 'Flow' marks a departure from his previous solo work by shifting towards public accessibility and shared enjoyment.
Onew made his solo return in April 2022 with the EP 'Dice', showcasing his vocal and emotional artistry. This release set the foundation for his later work, including the full-length album 'Circle', which he had already begun planning.
SM Entertainment has announced Onew's return to solo activities with the upcoming EP 'Dice'.
Onew's solo EP 'Dice' serves as a prelude to his upcoming album 'Circle', marking a step in his individual artistic growth apart from SHINee.
Onew's 2024 album 'Flow' represents an evolution from the vocal-focused style of his earlier solo work, including his 'Dice' EP.
SHINee made a major comeback on February 22, 2021, with their seventh studio album, 'Don't Call Me', following a 2.5-year hiatus due to military enlistments. The album was first announced by SM Entertainment at a yearend concert, with promotions building through a January livestream event.
SHINee, with Onew, will release their seventh studio album 'Don't Call Me', marking their major comeback after completing military service.
SHINee's seventh studio album 'Don't Call Me' marks their comeback after a 2.5-year hiatus due to military enlistments.
On December 5, 2018, SHINee's Onew released his debut solo album 'Voice', led by the jazzy R&B track 'Blue'. This first official solo project established his individual artistry just prior to his military enlistment.
SHINee's Onew released his debut solo album 'Voice' before his military enlistment, establishing his individual musical identity with the jazzy R&B lead track 'Blue'.
SHINee's fifth album, released on October 4, 2016, featured the track "So Amazing" with lyrics penned by Onew. This highlighted his creative role as a lyricist, showcasing his personal contribution to the group's musical output.
SHINee's fifth album features the track 'So Amazing,' with lyrics written by member Onew, highlighting his personal creative contribution to the album.
Onew debuted in 2008 as the leader and lead vocalist of SHINee, launching a successful career in K-pop. This foundation led to his expansion into solo music and acting, including a notable role in the 2016 drama 'Descendants of the Sun'.
Onew, the leader and lead vocalist of SHINee, has built a multifaceted career as a successful group member, solo artist, and actor.