YOUNHA Releases Pre-Release Single Ahead of Remake Album

Singer-songwriter YOUNHA drops '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' as a preview for her upcoming 'SUB CHARACTER' remake album.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Korean solo singer-songwriter YOUNHA has released a pre-release digital single, '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime),' as a preview for her first remake album titled 'SUB CHARACTER,' which will be released on March 9th. The original song was released in 2023 by Miiro featuring Saebit, and it inspired a short story of the same title by Gaeun. The track narrates the story of a person who sold his memories, described as 'seasons' in the short story, to a mysterious stranger, and conveys a message that every moment and memory we go through in life is priceless.

Why it matters

The pre-release single provides a sneak peek into YOUNHA's upcoming remake album, which is highly anticipated by her fandom, Y.HOLICS, after her successful 20th debut anniversary concert tour in 2024 and 2025. The original song's narrative of cherishing memories aligns with YOUNHA's reputation as a thoughtful and introspective songwriter.

The details

YOUNHA, who debuted in Japan in 2004 and Korea in 2006, has built a loyal fanbase over her 20-year career. Her seventh full-length album, 'GROWTH THEORY,' was released in 2024 to celebrate her 20th debut anniversary. In 2025, she performed at various university festivals and events, and earlier this year, she held the sold-out '빛나는 겨울(Glistening Winter)' concert series. The upcoming 'SUB CHARACTER' remake album will showcase YOUNHA's interpretations of songs that have inspired her.

  • YOUNHA released the pre-release single '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' on February 2, 2026.
  • YOUNHA's first remake album 'SUB CHARACTER' is scheduled for release on March 9, 2026.

The players

YOUNHA

A Korean solo singer-songwriter under C9 Entertainment who debuted in Japan in 2004 and Korea in 2006. She is known for her thoughtful and introspective songwriting and has built a loyal fanbase over her 20-year career.

Miiro

The original artist who released the song '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' in 2023, which inspired a short story of the same title by Gaeun.

Saebit

The featured artist on the original 2023 release of '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' by Miiro.

Gaeun

The author who wrote a short story inspired by the original 2023 release of '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' by Miiro.

C9 Entertainment

The record label that YOUNHA is signed to.

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What’s next

YOUNHA's first remake album 'SUB CHARACTER' is scheduled for release on March 9, 2026, following the pre-release of the single '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' on February 2, 2026.

The takeaway

YOUNHA's pre-release single '계절범죄 (Seasonal Crime)' provides a glimpse into her upcoming remake album 'SUB CHARACTER,' which is highly anticipated by her loyal fanbase. The narrative of cherishing memories aligns with YOUNHA's reputation as a thoughtful and introspective songwriter, further solidifying her status as a respected artist in the Korean music industry.