Heeseung is leaving K-pop group Enhypen, his label Belift Lab announced this March 10. The 24-year-old will stay with the label, but as a solo artist instead. He is currently preparing a solo album.
"Heeseung has his own musical vision, and we decided to support it," the label said in a statement. "He will be leaving Enhypen to focus on his solo career."
The label also shared that they made this decision after talking with all Enhypen members about their future plans. Enhypen will continue as a six-member group with Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-ki.
Indeed, quitting a successful band to become a solo artist is a big career move. For some musicians, it's the best thing they've ever done, and they soon find themselves enjoying center stage under a glittering spotlight. Will that be the case for Heeseung?
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