A Personal Chapter Turned into a Song
AFTERSCHOOL’s Nana just unveiled a raw, emotionally charged music video for “Hurt,” a track from her first solo album Seventh Heaven 16. Released on June 2 via her official YouTube channel, the MV doesn’t just showcase Nana’s haunting vocals—it gives fans a glimpse into her personal journey through pain, healing, and love.
The Tattoo That Stayed
One moment in the video captures a subtle but powerful image: the number “1968” inked on Nana’s body. It isn’t just aesthetic—it’s deeply meaningful. The tattoo marks the birth year of her mother, symbolizing the one person Nana holds closest to her heart. It’s the only tattoo she decided to keep after choosing to erase the rest.
In earlier interviews, Nana revealed that she once covered her body in tattoos during a dark chapter of her life, calling it “the only way to survive” the emotional turmoil. While she doesn’t regret them, she later admitted that with time, she realized some were “foolish choices.” Her mother gently asked that she remove the tattoos, a request Nana honored—with one exception: 1968.
‘Hurt’ As a Turning Point
Written and produced by Nana herself, “Hurt” marks her personal and professional evolution. Lyrically, the song talks about memories that, like tattoos, never really fade. It’s a relatable reminder that even our scars hold stories worth telling. “I wanted to embrace my mistakes,” Nana shared. “By accepting my own pain, I hope others can find the strength to face theirs.”
The Start of Her Solo Era
Celebrating her 16th year since debut, Nana is stepping into a new spotlight—not just as a K-pop idol, but as a singer-songwriter. Beyond “Hurt,” the music video for her lead track “GOD” has already dropped, and fans can expect another visual release for “Daylight” soon. Consider this her reintroduction: raw, real, and ready to speak her truth through music.
One Tattoo, Endless Meaning
Nana might be turning the page, but she’s keeping the memories that matter inked on her skin and in her sound. As she puts it, “The pain is part of the beauty.” And with “Hurt,” she’s proving that our darkest chapters can still lead to light.
