Her debut single, “PS118,” features U.S. rapper Rapsody
XG’s leader Jurin will make her solo debut as Jurin Asaya, releasing her debut single “PS118” featuring North Carolina rapper Rapsody on November 18th via XGALX.
On October 24th, an image featuring the text “DEBUT SINGLE ‘PS118’” was suddenly posted on the official XGALX social media accounts. Fans began speculating that it might signal the debut of a new XGALX group, but it has now been revealed to be Jurin’s solo debut single.
“PS118” captures Jurin’s evolution and identity as she voyages through an endless universe. The track embodies her unwavering strength and belief in her own path and frequency, unshaken by outside perspectives. With razor-sharp verses that shine like a comet and beats that echo through the depths of space, the song expands the universe that is Jurin herself.
The track features Rapsody, a Grammy Award-winning rapper from Snow Hill, North Carolina, known as a symbol of hip-hop realism. Over a track that carries the roots of old-school hip-hop, the two artists’ passion and energy intertwine like a nebula, creating a powerful resonance that transcends generations and borders.
As the first-ever solo release by an XG member and the group’s first official featuring collaboration, anticipation for this track is higher than ever.
“I’m truly excited to release my first solo single, ‘PS118,'” Jurin says. “For me, ‘PS118’ is a song about exploring and expanding my own universe. Through this project, Rapsody and I deeply resonated with each other’s journeys of exploring and voyaging through our own universes. Throughout the process, it felt as if we were flying through space together, and it was pure fun! I hope you can feel our voyage through the words and flow of the song.”
“I was so impressed with her lyrical dexterity and performance!” Rhapsody comments. “Especially for English to not be her first language, she soared! The bars were immaculate and garnered respect! Jurin walked the walk of a true emcee on that record and it was a joy to share the mic with her! The fans can look forward to real raps, wordplay, and bars. No fluff, all force of the Jedi. Enjoy!”
The news drops in tandem with the announcement that the title of XG’s first full-length album is The Core – 核, which will be available on January 23rd. In February, the nine-piece K-pop group will launch its second world tour, XG World Tour: The Core, less than a year after completing its first global outing.
