Singer J.Y. Park is returning with a summer song "WET" after 6 years.
J.Y. Park will release his new single "WET" on the 23rd and begin his summer activities in earnest. This is his first new song in about 8 months since "Happy Hour (With KWON JINAH)" released last November, and his first summer season song in 6 years since "When We Disco (Duet with SUNMI)" in 2020.
"WET" has been selected as the main theme song for the domestic summer music festival "Waterbomb 2026". It is a song that captures the summer atmosphere with a cheerful sound based on reggae tones, and expectations are high for J.Y. Park's signature energetic performance.
J.Y. Park will take the stage at "Waterbomb 2026" in Seoul and Busan again this year, following last year. Having garnered attention for his hot pink vinyl outfit and intense performance last year, he has teased an even more unconventional stage this year.
In a video recently released through the official "Waterbomb" YouTube channel, J.Y. Park introduced the song, saying, "This outfit will likely be more eye-catching than last year's. A new fabric is appearing. Vinyl will disappear into history." He added, "Thanks to Waterbomb, I am releasing a summer song for the first time in 6 years. It is a reggae-tone track that fits the summer season well."
Ahead of the song's release, the "WET" challenge pre-released on social media is also drawing attention. Artists appearing at "Waterbomb 2026" such as WJSN's DAYOUNG, Billlie, 82MAJOR, KISS OF LIFE, MADEIN, and KickFlip have participated one after another, heating up the atmosphere.
Additionally, J.Y. Park garnered attention online by releasing "WET" and "Pretty Girl" challenge videos with RESCENE member MINAMI. Many expressed their anticipation for the comeback with reactions such as "The dance lines are impressive" and "His self-management is amazing."
Debuting in 1994, J.Y. Park is a representative domestic artist who has created numerous hit songs while balancing his work as a producer and singer. Attention is focused on whether he will be able to create another summer hit with this new song "WET", as he has been loved for his constant musical challenges and performances.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)