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‘Reasons why we fell in love’: K-pop couple HyunA and Dawn open up about their once-secret relationship

K-pop diva HyunA and her boyfriend Dawn, whose former stage name was E'Dawn, pose for photos during a joint showcase in Hannam-dong, Seoul. Photo: Yonhap
K-pop diva HyunA and her boyfriend Dawn, whose former stage name was E'Dawn, pose for photos during a joint showcase in Hannam-dong, Seoul. Photo: Yonhap
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HyunA and Dawn say they will never make music together – but the K-pop couple are still very much in love, as they made clear in this interview, opening up at a joint music launch event

K-pop couple HyunA and Dawn are conspicuous in many ways.

The pair went public with their relationship in 2018 and left their former agency Cube Entertainment together. Then, the two joined the music label P Nation, established by Gangnam Style artist Psy. They even released solo albums on the same day a few days ago – November 5 – and held a joint live showcase.

“Many people asked me whether I would form a duo with Dawn, but honestly, we are not compatible in terms of music styles,” HyunA said during the showcase in Hannam-dong, Seoul. “We are fond of different genres. But I still respect him and know [I have] much to learn from [him].”

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Dawn agreed, saying: “I would say it is more challenging than incompatible.”

The decision on the “simultaneous comeback” was made after a meeting with Psy, according to the couple.

“We were discussing who should release the album first, but [neither of us wanted to] delay,” HyunA said. “So we talked about what we could do and came up with such a decision. I think this could create a synergy effect for me and Dawn.”

I want to apologise to those who were hurt by me. I take responsibility for my choice and will strive to display it on stage
Dawn
HyunA has made a come back with Flower Shower. Photo: Yonhap
HyunA has made a come back with Flower Shower. Photo: Yonhap

She added: “We had some clashes while gearing up. I wanted to film my music video and book the practice rooms first. This was the same for Dawn. He seemed to consider me as a real rival.”

Dawn, who was previously known as E'Dawn, said returning to the spotlight alongside HyunA eased some burdens.