TWICE Nayeon Says Her Solo Album Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

TWICE Nayeon's solo album "IM NAYEON" was initially planned to be released with only six songs, but another track was added at the last minute. The "POP!" singer also shared that there's a picture included in the album that was not released as one of the teaser images. Keep on reading for all the details.

"IM NAYEON" Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song-Know Which Track It Is Here

On June 24, the TWICE member sat down for a solo interview to unbox the four versions of "IM NAYEON." While there, she also talked about the songs on her solo album.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

Nayeon said, "My album is called 'IM NAYEON.' It is my name, of course, but it really reflects who I am. It has seven songs, and each one of them reflects me. I hope you enjoy it." She continued, "I wrote the lyrics for some [song], and others feature different artists."

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The "NO PROBLEM" singer then started unboxing the four versions of her solo album. She showed the photos inside the booklet, as well as the photo cards, polaroids, and letters from her fellow TWICE members. While doing so, she shares a TMI regarding them.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song
IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

One of the fun facts she revealed is that her favorite photo in "IM NAYEON" NA version almost became the cover of the said version, but they ended up not choosing it.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song
IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

Another fun fact is that there's a picture in the "IM NAYEON" pop version that wasn't released as one of the teasers. The image in question shows TWICE Nayeon with a big, bright smile and rocking a black outfit. She said, "Oh no, this one was really popular, but it didn't make it to the teasers."

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After checking out what's inside the four versions of her solo album, TWICE Nayeon talked about the seven songs.

The soloist revealed that when she first heard "POP!," she already knew it was the song for her. "It was so upbeat and energetic. A lot of people said it suits me," she continued.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

When it became time to discuss Track 6, which is "Happy Birthday to You," TWICE Nayeon revealed that this song was originally not chosen to be included in the album. She stated, "It's an R&B song. It wasn't supposed to be included in the album. At the last minute, we included it. It's a message from me to you, ONCE."

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IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

After tackling the seventh track, the "Candyfloss" singer watched the "POP!" music video and shared behind-the-scenes stories. One of those stories is when the director told Nayeon to do shooting movements (which can be found toward the end of the MV), but she didn't know that it would be included in the video.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : YouTube: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

What is your favorite part in TWICE Nayeon's "POP!" music video and favorite song in "IM NAYEON?" Tell us in the comments section below!

TWICE Nayeon's "IM NAYEON," "POP!" Debuts on iTunes Charts

Shortly after its release, TWICE Nayeon's solo album "IM NAYEON" landed on several iTunes charts worldwide, together with the title song "POP!."

"IM NAYEON" debuted at No. 2 on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart and No. 4 on the European iTunes Album Chart. At the same time, "POP!" and "NO PROBLEM" entered at No. 12 and No. 26 on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart, respectively. "POP!" also secured No. 151 on the European iTunes Song Chart.

IM NAYEON
(Photo : Facebook: TWICE)
TWICE Nayeon Says 'IM NAYEON' Wasn't Supposed to Feature THIS Song

As of approximately 2:40 a.m. KST on June 25, "IM NAYEON" ranked first on the iTunes Album charts in at least 16 countries. It is also charting inside the top 10 in 11 other countries. Meanwhile, "POP!" landed inside the top 10 on the iTunes Song charts in 14 countries.

If you haven't seen TWICE Nayeon's "POP!" music video, check it out here!

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Written by Maria Scott

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