Air (EP)

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Air
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EP by
Yeji
ReleasedMarch 10, 2025 (2025-03-10)
Genre K-pop
Length12:15
LanguageKorean
Label
Singles from Air
  1. "Air"
    Released: March 10, 2025

Air is the debut solo extended play (EP) by South Korean singer Yeji of the girl group Itzy. It was released by JYP Entertainment on March 10, 2025, and features four tracks, including the lead single of the same name.

Contents

Background and release

On January 17, 2025, it was announced that Yeji was preparing for her solo debut. [1] [2] On February 10, JYP Entertainment released a trailer for Yeji's debut EP, Air. [3] [4] [5] Four days later, the tracklist was unveiled, confirming "Air" as the lead single. [6] [7] This was followed by a series of concept photos and short films promoting the album. [8] [9] [10] On March 3, a highlight medley previewing the EP's songs was released. [11] Music video teasers for the lead single were unveiled on March 5 and 7. [12] [13] Finally, on March 10, Yeji released her first EP, Air, along with a music video for its lead single of the same name. [14]

Theme and composition

"The message of 'Air' is about showcasing my presence, my aura, through my first solo debut. There's a lyric that says, 'You take my breath away', and when I think about those overwhelming moments, they were always on stage. That's the message I wanted to convey."

— Yeji, on the theme of "Air"

Yeji contributed to the lyrics of the title track, which aims to convey the immersive experience she has while performing on stage. The song blends synth-pop elements with a strong bassline and an addictive hook. [15] Other tracks on the EP vary stylistically, showcasing Yeji's versatility as an artist. [16] "Invasion" is a breezy, island-inspired track with lush production; "Can't Slow Me, No" brings high-energy beats infused with Latin rhythms; and "258" closes the EP with angelic vocals layered over an uplifting EDM beat. [17]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
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Chyenne Tatum of Grammy described how the EP "sees the singer fully embrace the positively overwhelming sensations she feels when she’s onstage." She noted that the dreamy synth-pop production of its lead single, "Air", is immediately followed by three captivating tracks ("Invasion," "Can’t Slow Me, No," and "258") that venture into some of the most tantalizing electronica and dance-pop sounds K-pop has heard in a long while." [19]

Track listing

Air track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicArrangementLength
1."Air"
  • G'harah "PK" Degeddingseze
  • Tricia Battani
  • Kirsten Collins
Degeddingseze3:15
2."Invasion"Danke (Lalala Studio)
  • Degeddingseze
  • Battani
  • Collins
Degeddingseze2:48
3."Can't Slow Me, No"Noday
  • Woo Min Lee "Collapsedone"
  • Justin Reinstein
  • Anna Timgren
  • PAU
  • Collapsedone
  • Reinstein
2:59
4."258"
  • Jhun
  • Inverness
  • Ferras
  • Sorana
  • Omar
3:13
Total length:12:15

Charts

Certifications

Certifications for Air
RegionCertification Certified units/sales
South Korea (KMCA) [26] Platinum250,000^

^ Shipments figures based on certification alone.

Release history

Release history for Air
RegionDateFormatLabel
VariousMarch 10, 2025
South Korea CD
United StatesMarch 14, 2025
Europe

References

  1. ↑ Jo, Hye-jin (January 17, 2025). [단독] 있지에도 솔로 있지...예지, 7년 차에 '솔로 첫 주자' 출격 [[Exclusive] Even though she's single, she's solo... Yeji, 'first solo runner' in 7 years]. Xports News  [ ko ]. Archived from the original on January 17, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025– via Naver.
  2. ↑ Yoon, Seung-jin (February 10, 2025). "ITZY's Yeji to take to the solo skies with 'AIR' EP". Korea JoongAng Daily . Archived from the original on February 23, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  3. ↑ Chin, Carmen (February 10, 2025). "ITZY's Yeji to make solo debut next month with 'Air'". NME . Archived from the original on February 11, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  4. ↑ Pyo, Kyung-min (February 10, 2025). "Yeji to debut as ITZY's first solo artist with 'AIR'". The Korea Times . Archived from the original on February 10, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  5. ↑ Lee, Jung-youn (February 10, 2025). "Yeji of Itzy gears up for solo debut". The Korea Herald . Archived from the original on February 14, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
  6. ↑ Park, So-jin (February 14, 2025). 있지 예지, 솔로 데뷔 앨범 'AIR' 트랙리스트 공개. Maeil Business Newspaper (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
  7. ↑ Ji, Seung-hun (February 14, 2025). 있지 예지, 솔로 데뷔곡명 '에어'...박진영도 작업 참여. Maeil Business Newspaper (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
  8. ↑ Seon, Mi-gyeong (February 23, 2025). ITZY 예지, 솔로도 강렬하게 빠져드는 '숨멎' 비주얼. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved February 24, 2025.
  9. ↑ ITZY 예지, 신비롭고 몽환적...독보적 쿨 아우라. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). February 25, 2025. Archived from the original on February 26, 2025. Retrieved February 26, 2025.
  10. ↑ ITZY 예지, 데뷔 첫 단발 변신..강렬 걸크러쉬 비주얼. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). February 27, 2025. Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2025.
  11. ↑ "거부할 수 없는 이 느낌"..ITZY 예지, 솔로 데뷔곡 최초 공개됐다. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). March 3, 2025. Archived from the original on March 11, 2025. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
  12. ↑ ITZY 예지, 거부할 수 없는 매력..'Air'. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). March 4, 2025. Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved March 5, 2025.
  13. ↑ '솔로 데뷔' ITZY 예지, 독보적 움직임...'Air' 티저 공개. Sports Donga (in Korean). March 7, 2025. Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved March 7, 2025.
  14. ↑ Go, Mayks (February 11, 2025). "ITZY's Yeji Releases Solo Debut EP 'AIR' – Listen". billboardphilippines.com. Retrieved July 21, 2025.
  15. ↑ Kim, Jae-heun (March 10, 2025). "Yeji hopes to show off potential in solo debut". The Korea Herald . Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved March 10, 2025.
  16. ↑ "YEJI Demonstrates Her Capacity for Perfection with Her Solo Mini-Album 'AIR'". Stardust Magazine. Retrieved July 21, 2025.
  17. ↑ Juu (March 13, 2025). "No One Can Slow The Impact Of ITZY Yeji's Solo Debut". The Honey POP. Retrieved July 21, 2025.
  18. ↑ Han, Seong-hyeon (March 24, 2025). "Air". IZM . Archived from the original on March 27, 2025. Retrieved April 1, 2025.
  19. ↑ Tatum, Chyenne. "10 K-Pop Artists Who Recently Went Solo: Minnie, Yeji, Mark & More | GRAMMY.com". grammy.com. Retrieved June 14, 2025.
  20. ↑ "Official IFPI Charts Top-75 Albums Sales Chart (Combined) – Εβδομάδα: 13/2025" (in Greek). IFPI Greece. Archived from the original on April 2, 2025. Retrieved April 2, 2025.
  21. ↑ "Oricon Top 50 Digital Albums: March 24, 2025" (in Japanese). Oricon. Archived from the original on March 21, 2025. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
  22. ↑ "Circle Album Chart – Week 11 of 2025". Circle Chart (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 20, 2025. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
  23. ↑ "Top Album Sales: Week of March 29, 2025". Billboard . Retrieved March 25, 2025.
  24. ↑ "World Albums: Week of March 29, 2025". Billboard . Retrieved March 25, 2025.
  25. ↑ "Circle Album Chart – March 2025". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved April 10, 2025.
  26. ↑ "South Korean album certifications – Yeji – Air" (in Korean). Korea Music Content Association (KMCA). Retrieved May 8, 2025.
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