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Aespa, G-Dragon Collaborate | Star News

editor 5월 8, 2026
Aespa, G-Dragon Collaborate | Star News

K-pop sensation aespa has officially joined forces with BIGBANG’s G-DRAGON, sparking immense excitement among fans globally for their upcoming comeback.

aespa is set to deliver an unparalleled synergy with G-DRAGON through their highly anticipated pre-release track, ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal).’

The critically acclaimed girl group will release their second full-length album, ‘LEMONADE,’ on May 29th at 1 PM KST. Ahead of the album drop, the single ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal)’ will be unveiled on May 11th at 6 PM KST, marking the official start of their exciting comeback countdown.

For ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal),’ G-DRAGON not only features as a collaborating artist but also personally contributed to the rap-making for his parts, significantly elevating the track’s overall quality and demonstrating a powerful creative synergy with aespa. This high-profile collaboration is expected to garner an explosive response from both K-pop and G-DRAGON’s extensive fanbase.

This dynamic track is a dominant hip-hop-based dance song, characterized by its majestic synth bass and impactful hooks that create an overwhelming presence. The lyrics of ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal)’ are crafted to introduce a new chapter in aespa’s unique metaverse worldview, symbolizing their continued growth and reinforced narrative within their universe.

The official music video teaser for ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal)’ was released on May 8th at midnight KST across aespa’s official YouTube channel and other major platforms. The teaser captures the aespa members exuding an unapproachable aura amidst a mysterious and captivating atmosphere, intensifying fan curiosity for the full new song and its complete music video.

aespa’s 2nd full-length album ‘LEMONADE’ is packed with a total of 10 diverse tracks, including the pre-released double title track ‘WDA (Whole Different Animal).’ Fans can anticipate an even more robust continuation of aespa’s intricate world-building and a significant showcase of their musical evolution. ‘LEMONADE’ is currently available for pre-order at various online and offline music stores, ensuring fans can secure their copy ahead of the official release.

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