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NCT Mark will reportedly release a new single featuring singer-rapper Lee Young-ji, according to Hankyung, a Korean news outlet. The collaboration is scheduled to release on December 16, 2024.
This collaboration between the two artists is highly anticipated, as the Small Girl's rapper-singer shared on various occasions that she is a fan of the NCT member. Fans were hyped by this sudden yet much-awaited news about this collaboration. X user @GhouLait reacted:
"My jaw is on the floor but I'm so happy about this news. Mark and YoungJi collab will be lit!"
"props to mrk and youngji btw bcus they're one of the most if not the busiest artists this year with back to back schedules and still had the time to make a song together. I am tuned in for this new song!!!!" A fan commented.
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NCT fans, also known as NCTzens, mentioned how Lee Young-ji is one of the most successful fans. She went from being a subscriber to Mark's bubble account to working with him. Bubble is a fan-artist communication application. On her show, No Prepare, Young-ji revealed that apart from Mark, she also subscribed to NCT Jaehyun.
"she's literally the most successful markf. this is when youngji shared that she subscribed to mark's bubble."
"going from a fan who was once subscribed to his bbl to working with him must feel surreal," a fan said.
"Young Ji is THE most successful fan," another fan mentioned.
Fans of the NCT member also wondered if the artist would appear on Young-ji's No Prepare Show on YouTube to promote his upcoming solo debut album.
"Is it safe to say mark will soon be guesting in youngji's no prepare show," a fan hoped.
"I hope this means he'll also show up on the next season of her show for his album," another fan reiterated.
Both Young-ji and Mark commented on the news about their collaboration. Esquire Korea posted about the collaboration on Instagram with the title "Rise of successful fan Young-ji," and the Child singer commented:
"Youngji-ya!!!"
Later, Lee Young-ji re-posted his comment on her Instagram story with a caption:
"It's coming. The last big thing of 2024."
NCT Mark's release of solo debut album gets postponed
On December 9, 2024, NCT's official X account announced that Mark's solo debut album, scheduled for February 2025, has been moved to April 2025 to increase the overall quality of the album. The statement read:
"Mark's first full-length album, which was originally scheduled for release in February 2025, has been postposed to April 2025 in order to enhance its overall quality and completeness. This decision was made after deep discussions, as this album has been prepared with great care over a long period of time."
The statement also mentioned looking forward to the release of Mark Lee's upcoming single on December 16.
The singer recently completed a successful third-world tour with NCT Dream, with around 37 shows in 25 regions. He will also appear at the 2024 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour and various year-end Korean music festivals, such as SBS Gayadaejeon.
An eventful 2024 for Lee Young-ji
The Small Girl singer Lee Young-ji had an eventful 2024, sharing the stage with various renowned celebrities from across the globe. Her year began with her hit single Small Girl featuring EXO's D.O. The song performed exceptionally well on domestic charts, securing the number one position on MelOn Top 100.
Lee Young-ji recently performed Small Girl with RIIZE's Sohee, which was heavily praised by the netizens. She is also the host of The Seasons: Lee Youngji's Rainbow, wherein she collaborated with BLACKPINK's Rosé on her global hit APT. Her latest guests on the show, TWICE, performed their new release Strategy (featuring Megan Thee Stallion) wherein Young-ji covered Megan's part.
Apart from her activities as an artist, Lee Young-ji is a talented show host. She is highly praised for her friendly demeanor and ability to keep the conversation flowing and make her guests comfortable.
