[PHOTOS] EXO Lay Releases Image Teasers for Upcoming Solo 'What U Need', Drops Song On His Birthday

Two image teasers were released by SM Entertainment on October 6th, one in black and white while the other was in color for 'What U Need.' Both images featured Lay, exhibiting his calm and charming demeanor. It is a great way to excite the fans before the song's release on October 7th, the following day which also happens to be Lay's birthday.

When the song was released, Lay truly did not disappoint as he showcased his God-given talents on the music video. The video begins with a grey Lamborghini speeding through a seemingly empty parking area.
The Lamborghini then comes to a halt and out comes Lay as the music begins. He then breaks into dancing all throughout the video which seemed to have been taken in a breathtaking one-take.
The video ends as the camera pans to Lay walking out of his car again, staggeringly walking towards the screen as his left eye turned red, the perfect cliffhanger to an awesome video. The song itself showcased a funky upbeat tune with hip hop elements and teased what might be the title of his album or his next track titled Lose Control.

With the release of What U Need marks the first member of EXO to have a solo debut. The song has since become viral and is making waves not only in South Korea but in international music charts as well.

Following its release, it has quickly dominated the Chinese music charts Alibaba Music and Xiami. It ranked first in Thailand's iTunes charts and third in the US iTunes chart. It placed second to Bruno Mars new single on the iTunes Pop chart. The single is also making waves in Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Turkey and Canada.

While rumors of an EXO disbandment are yet to die down, it does not change the fact how EXO members are finding success in their solo projects. It hasn't been that long since EXO released their comeback single 'LOTTO', it would seem that the members of the Korean-Chinese band are set on embarking on solo engagements, finding great successes not only in music but in acting as well.

After the success of the film 'Glory Day' and garnering recognition for his acting prowess, EXO leader Suho seems to have taken a liking to acting. The same can be said with fellow EXO member D.O. who has been appearing in films and TV shows here and there.

Rapper Chanyeol, on the other hand, will be collaborating with the American Hip Hop-EDM group Far East Movement. He will be featured on the group's single 'Freal Luv' set to be released on October 14 which would then be followed by the release of Far East Movement's upcoming album, IDENTITY, on October 21 where the said track will also be included.

It sure is exciting what the future holds for the guys of EXO. Watch Lay's 'What U Need' here.


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