RYEOWOOK Reflects on 10 Years as a Soloist: "A Process That Passed Naturally, New Songs Will Shine"

Super Junior's RYEOWOOK reflected on his past time and shared his future resolutions as he marks 10 years since his solo debut.

A concert behind-the-scenes video released on Super Junior's official channel contains the rehearsal process and scenes from the performance of '2026 RYEOWOOK'S AGIT CONCERT : DIVE TO BLUE in SEOUL'. In the video, RYEOWOOK shows the process from the rehearsal site preparing for the performance to the moments of communicating with fans on stage.

"I was scared because it was a perfect song"... The preparation process contained in 'Runaway'

RYEOWOOK revealed his feelings when he first received 'Runaway', a major song for this concert. He said he was slightly scared because the song was "too perfect." In particular, he mentioned that it was a time when he had to show a new side of himself, as he had mainly performed ballads, and explained that SM Entertainment conveyed their wish for him to definitely perform this song.

The responsibility for the song led to thorough preparation. RYEOWOOK stated, "I felt that I had to come out with my teeth bared for this song," and revealed that he spent the preparation period writing a diary every day and dieting while imagining himself singing 'Runaway' in beautiful clothes at the concert. Mentioning the fans' reactions, he also shared his thoughts with a joke, saying, "In the past, I used to hear 'you're gaining weight,' but now I hear 'keep it maintained'."

Records of 10 years as a soloist, "A process of continuing to move forward, not an end"

RYEOWOOK, celebrating his 10th anniversary of solo activities, gave deep meaning to the past time. He said, "It has been 10 years since my solo [debut]," and noted that as he continued Super Junior activities and his promise to fans, "the 10 years was just one of the processes that passed by naturally."

He made it clear that the 10th anniversary is not the end of his activities. RYEOWOOK added, "Just because it is 10 years doesn't mean this is the end," and "Since we will continue to move forward, my new albums and songs will also shine." He explained that this concert will be a time to organize what kind of songs he released and what kind of image he wanted to show over the past 10 years.

The meaning behind the concert title 'DIVE TO BLUE' and his feelings toward fans

The decision-making process for this concert title, 'DIVE TO BLUE', was also revealed. RYEOWOOK stated that he had many worries when deciding on the title, but decided by combining the word 'Dive' with 'Blue', which is the group's symbol. He explained the connection between the concept and the title, saying, "After trying it, it felt like the ocean fit perfectly."

During the performance, RYEOWOOK also showed affection for the Super Junior members. He said, "Because Super Junior's songs are good, I feel so comfortable and proud when I sing them," and "I am so reassured and thankful because the members are here." Additionally, he conveyed the friendly atmosphere of the site by mentioning member Gi-cheol, whose birthday was on the day of the performance, and asking fans to congratulate him.