From Thailand to K-pop Sorn’s Musical Evolution
Former CLC member Sorn recently shared candid insights about her musical journey in an exclusive interview with ZULA. The Thai-born artist opened up about her experiences transitioning from Thailand to Korea and eventually becoming a solo artist. Her honest reflections about CLC’s early years have captured fans’ attention worldwide, particularly regarding the group’s evolving musical identity.
During the interview, Sorn revealed fascinating details about CLC’s initial years in the industry. The group underwent significant concept changes that shaped their artistic direction. These constant shifts between cute and girl crush concepts created what she now considers “questionable” moments in their discography. The transitions particularly affected their image and musical direction during their first two years as a group.
Behind CLC’s Concept Changes
The group’s journey through different concepts presented unique challenges for all members. Sorn explained that while they were initially trained for powerful girl crush concepts, they unexpectedly ventured into cuter concepts. One notable example was their Japanese release, which featured a cheerleader concept that diverged significantly from their usual style.
The contrast between concepts was particularly striking. One moment, they would be performing in school uniforms for cute concepts, and the next, they would switch to the fierce girl crush image that later became CLC’s signature style. This back-and-forth between concepts created interesting challenges for the group members, requiring them to constantly adapt their performance styles.
Personal Growth and Current Journey
Despite the challenges of concept changes, Sorn emphasized her appreciation for every era of CLC. She acknowledged that while some concepts might seem questionable now, each experience contributed to her growth as an artist. The variety of concepts helped her develop versatility as a performer, even though some moments she wishes weren’t “so on the Internet.”
Now as a solo artist, Sorn enjoys greater creative freedom and personal growth. Her transition from group member to solo artist has allowed her to explore her own musical identity and connect with fans in new ways. This new chapter in her career enables her to choose concepts that align more closely with her artistic vision.
Final Thoughts: Reflecting on CLC’s Musical Evolution
Looking back at her journey from CLC to her solo career, Sorn’s candid revelations offer valuable insights into K-pop’s evolving landscape. Her honest discussion about the group’s concept changes highlights the complex nature of the K-pop industry and the challenges idols face in adapting to different concepts.
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