G(I)-DLE’s Yuqi Teases First Single ‘Motivation’
G(I)-DLE’s Yuqi is revving up her solo engine once again—this time with her first official single, ‘Motivation’, set to drop on July 16 at 6 PM KST. Fans, start your playlists.
Yuqi’s Solo Era Revs Up with a Bang
The teaser—posted via Cube Entertainment on July 1—arrived like a stylish mystery. Featuring objects like tangled clothing, spray-painted tires, and even a lawn mower (yes, really), the image feels raw, rebellious, and completely Yuqi-coded. At the center? A bunny symbol (Yuqi’s signature motif) with the words “What’s Your Motivation?” scribbled like an open-ended challenge or inner dialogue.
Needless to say, Neverlands (G(I)-DLE’s fandom) instantly spiraled into theory mode. Is it about chasing passion? Reclaiming a dream? Or just a well-staged aesthetic meltdown? Either way, Yuqi knows how to spark a conversation without saying a single word.
‘Motivation’ Drops July 16: Here’s What You Need to Know
This marks Yuqi’s first official single since her solo debut. While YUQ1 was technically a mini-album, ‘Motivation’ will be her premiere into the single spotlight—proving she’s not just a sub-vocalist or dancer in a group, but an artist with a distinct sonic fingerprint.
The track will release across all major music platforms at 6 PM KST on July 16. Clear your calendars (and streaming schedules).
Yuqi: From G(I)-DLE’s Energizer to Solo Powerhouse
Yuqi has already built serious solo momentum. Her first mini-album ‘YUQ1’ turned heads and turned profits, hitting half a million sales. Not too shabby for a first-timer. Her follow-up digital single ‘Radio (Dum-Dum)’ scored Platinum status on China’s QQ Music, the country’s top streaming platform—which, for perspective, is like getting a Spotify Global plaque with extra spice.
She also flexed her producing chops by contributing vocals and production to NOWZ’s ‘Fly Freely’ (Mandarin version), which flew straight to #1 on QQ Music’s daily chart.
Award-Winning and Stage-Dominating
We’re not just talking studio success. At the 2025 Tencent Music Entertainment Awards, Yuqi carted home the
