YOUNHA is a Korean solo singer-songwriter under C9 Entertainment. She debuted in Japan on September 1, 2004, with the single Yubikiri. Her second Japanese single, Houkiboshi, was released in 2005 and included on the soundtrack of the anime series Bleach. The track debuted on the Oricon daily chart at #18 and peaked at #12, giving the nickname of ‘Oricon Comet’ to the artist as she was the second Korean artist, after BoA, to break into the Oricon top 20. On December 4, 2006, she debuted in Korea with the single album, Audition.
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In 2007, she released her first full-length Korean album with the title track “Password 486,” which garnered huge attention and scored six music show wins and four Rookie of the Year awards. In 2023, she won Song of the Year at the 20th Korean Music Awards with her hit song 사건의 지평선 (Event Horizon).
Video Credits: YOUNHA OFFICIAL
And now, YOUNHA has returned with the 7th full-length album, GROWTH THEORY, after almost three years since the release of her sixth album, END THEORY. This album is not only the second part of the THEORY album trilogy but also released as part of her 20th debut anniversary promotions and celebration.
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“It’s the second work of the THEORY trilogy, and I believe this would be the biggest in terms of depth out of the whole series. I hope this album can support those who are sailing each life’s journey while maintaining their values and dreams.” – YOUNHA
Continuing the narrative in END THEORY, GROWTH THEORY tells the meaning of growth that a girl learns by connecting with various subjects along her mighty journey. The first five tracks of the album, 맹그로브 (Mangrove tree), 죽음의 나선 (Antmill), 케이프 혼 (Attention!), 은화 (Silvering), and 로켓방정식의 저주 (Curse for the rocket formula), describe the fear of a mysterious world and the courage to break that fear.
Video Credits: YOUNHA OFFICIAL
The sixth and title track of the album, 태양물고기 (Sunfish), is a rock track that conveys the message that it is correct to walk on the path you truly believe in, no matter what others think or say. Then the last four tracks, 코리올리 힘 (Coriolis force), 라이프리뷰 (Life review), 구름의 그림자 (Part of cloud), and 새녘바람 (East wind), narrate the discovery of dynamic emotions, experiences, and courage at the end of the journey as a new person.
Video Credits: YOUNHA OFFICIAL
Throughout the album, multiple instruments such as electric guitar, accordion, Irish whistle, Janggu (Korean drums), and Kkwaenggwari (Korean small cymbals) were incorporated to accentuate unique sounds and vibes in each track. YOUNHA participated in the composition and lyrics of all ten tracks in the album.
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Have you heard this album yet? Which one is your favourite song? Tell us in the comments!
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Amazing 👏
Her voice
I love her voice. Growth Theory is incredible for real.
Younha is the queen of KDrama OSTs🙌
Love to see her album
So excited for Younha’s 7th album! Congrats on 20 years !
Melody voice 💕
Melodious voice ❤️❤️
The Vocals are on point !
I truly love her vocals
Discovered her through “Cindrella and the four knights” ost and instantly fell in love with her voice 🥰🫶🏼
Sweet and wonderful vocal 💕
going to listen it
💖💖💖💖
Great 👍👍nn
Amazing
Loving the vibe! It’s giving me major Korean feels
Ahaan ahaan ahaan! 💓😮
She is amazing singer 🤌🏻
She’s fantastic singer 🙌
shes so talented
It’s amazing to see Younha — two decades in and still creating music that resonates. ✨ “Growth Theory” feels like more than just an album; it’s a milestone of endurance, evolution and heart. Hope longtime fans feel proud and new listeners get drawn into her journey: this kind of musical dedication is rare.
She is amazing
Her songs are so pure and peac worthy. I am a fan of her voice.