The photos showcase the contrasting charms of both him and Ikura.
The new track 'Duet' is set for its debut at the Melon Music Awards on the 20th.
[TV Daily Reporter Kim Ji-ha] ZICO, formerly of Block B, has heightened fan anticipation with the release of concept photos for his new single 'Duet.' On the evening of December 16, he shared images featuring the renowned Japanese musician Lilas (YOASOBI's Ikura) on his official social media. The contrasting visuals of the two artists in the photos evoke different charms; ZICO exudes a carefree and free-spirited vibe, while Ikura captures attention with her refined and polished demeanor. Thus, the images visually convey the diverse musical colors of both artists. As a representative figure of Korean hip-hop, ZICO is collaborating with Lilas, a leading name in Japanese band music, amplifying excitement for this track. Notably, the reunion of this 'blockbuster combination' from last year's project hints at a dynamic synergy in this new piece as well. Ikura's participation in the lyric writing further emphasizes her emotional touch, drawing significant interest from fans. ZICO is set to debut the stage for 'Duet' at the 2025 Melon Music Awards, taking place on December 20 at Seoul's Gocheok Sky Dome.
The combination of ZICO and Ikura highlights the distinct musical colors of both artists, generating fresh anticipation among fans. ZICO occupies a unique position in the hip-hop genre and is expected to showcase new attempts through this track, drawing interest in his musical development. Ikura, on the other hand, conveys a depth of restrained emotion through her work, showcasing her identity prominently.
Notably, this collaboration harkens back to their previous work 'SPOT!', raising expectations among fans for further synergy. The merger of their diverse musical experiences is not only an intriguing experiment but also opens up possibilities for new musical synergies they could create in the process. This collaboration may serve as a stepping stone for expanding their fan base.
Lastly, fans are keen to see the performance ZICO will unveil at the 2025 Melon Music Awards on December 20, where curiosity abounds regarding how the two artists will harmonize their unique identities and the positive impact they can have on each other.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
