When people think of IVE, Wonyoung, Yujin, and Rei immediately come to mind. But what about Liz? A warm, rich voice with solid technique, yet often overlooked—like a “seen” message left unanswered.
Debuting in 2021, Liz brought a rare, powerhouse vocal tone to 4th-gen K-pop. Her effortless high notes in After LIKE stunned fans (600K TikTok views), but compared to Wonyoung (3.5M TikTok views) or Yujin, she barely registered on the radar.
For context: Winter (aespa) hit #3 on Circle Digital with Lip Gloss, Huh Yunjin (LE SSERAFIM) trended with her self-written I ≠ Doll (#48 Circle). Liz? Despite her vocal talent, her artistic identity remains undefined.
A Soloist Needs More Than Just Talent
In 2024, Liz tested the waters with Summer (Love on the Narrow Bridge). Emotional? Yes. Memorable? Not quite. The song peaked at #87 on Circle Digital before vanishing.
Why?
- No viral hook – In today’s K-pop, a song without a TikTok-friendly moment is doomed.
- Starship’s half-hearted promo – If there were an award for the least enthusiastic company for soloists, Starship would be its own biggest competitor.
- No strong personal branding – Huh Yunjin writes her own music, Winter has a dedicated fandom, Choi Yena reinvents herself every comeback. Liz? Still searching for her signature move.
Will Starship Push Liz, or Is She on Her Own?
Starship has never been known for producing strong soloists.
- Soyou had Some (#1 on MelOn), but it was a collab.
- Jooyoung and K.Will have strong vocals, yet never reached IU or Taeyeon’s level—because, well… does Starship even have a strategy?
IVE is a money-making machine, and the numbers prove it:
✅ I AM achieved a Perfect All-Kill.
✅ I’VE MINE (2023) sold 1.6M copies—one of the year’s top 3 best-selling girl group albums.
✅ IVE EMPATHY (2025) just dropped and remains strong.
✅ The group dominated major international stages like Lollapalooza 2024 and Summer Sonic 2024.
With IVE at their peak, why would Starship gamble on a solo debut? Liz may have the voice, but IVE is the golden goose.
If Not Solo Yet, What’s Next?
Liz doesn’t need to rush a solo debut, but she needs a clear game plan:
✅ OSTs & Collabs – Not Just Viral, But Distinct
Ballads? Risky—IU, Taeyeon, and Heize already dominate.
Soft pop? Safe but forgettable.
R&B or indie pop? A game-changer! A track like Binu (BIBI) or Instagram (DEAN) could set her apart. A collab with BIBI, Colde, or Zion.T might be the move.
✅ Standout Performances – Making an Impact
Piano ballad (Fine – Taeyeon) to showcase raw vocal power.
Sultry R&B stage (Automatic – Red Velvet) to break out of the “safe idol” mold.
A live band + storytelling performance (Twenty-Three – IU) to create a viral moment.
✅ A Signature Sound – A Great Voice Alone Won’t Cut It
Liz needs to pick a lane: Emotional ballads? Smooth R&B? Jazzy pop? The moment her song plays, people should think, That’s Liz.
💡 TikTok & YouTube are viral goldmines—one killer moment could change everything.
Liz Can Go Solo, But She Needs More Than Just Vocals
She has the potential, but talent alone doesn’t guarantee success—sharp strategy and fan support are just as crucial.
The question isn’t “Can Liz go solo?”—it’s “Can she survive the 4th-gen soloist battlefield, or will she fade into the background?”
If Starship stays indifferent and fans remain passive, Liz might have to find her own spotlight.
