ITZY is gearing up to release its upcoming full-length album, “BORN TO BE,” featuring the title track “UNTOUCHABLE” on Jan. 8, 2024. However, originally comprising five members, the group will be performing as a quartet for this album, as member Lia is currently on leave due to health issues. JYP Entertainment, ITZY’s agency, outlined the album’s concept as a fusion of “wild, bold and understated charm” in an official press release. “ITZY will exude powerful charisma, leaving a lasting impression as female warriors embodying both outer and inner strength,” it added.

The album comprises ten tracks, including the title track, “UNTOUCHABLE,” and songs such as “BORN TO BE,” “Mr. Vampire,” “Dynamite,” “Crown On My Head,” “Blossom,” “Run Away,” “Mine,” “Yet, but” and “Escalator. “A notable feature is ITZY’s exploration into solo performances, with each member contributing to the composition of their respective tracks. Yeji will present “Crown On My Head,” Ryujin will perform “Run Away,” Chaeryeong will deliver “Mine” and Yuna will present “Yet, but.” Lia’s solo track “Blossom” will also be part of the album, although she will not participate in the album’s promotional activities.

In addition to the album release, ITZY has scheduled concerts at Jamsil Arena, Songpa District, Seoul, on Feb. 24 and 25, 2024, kicking off their second world tour, “ITZY THE 2ND WORLD TOUR ‘BORN TO BE.'”ITZY burst onto the K-pop scene in 2019 with their first single, “Dalla Dalla,” quickly rising to fame by topping a local music show within just ten days of their debut. The group continued their success with chart-topping hits like “Icy” (2019) and “Not Shy” (2020).The group’s vocalist, Lia, temporarily suspended all activities in September due to mental health issues since September 안전 2023.