"I can't stand doing nothing at home. I love working."

Returning after four months with her first single 'The Move: Street', Lee Chaeyeon expressed her deep attachment to her musical career. This album boldly and professionally encapsulates Chaeyeon's passion and yearning for dance.

The title track 'LET'S DANCE' encourages everyone, everywhere to dance together. Its upbeat and lively melody is irresistibly catchy. Having achieved a spot in the top 100 music charts with her previous title track 'KNOCK', Chaeyeon worked hard to produce an album that would match or surpass its success. "I thought of it as an energetic, bright song that everyone could enjoy. If 'KNOCK' was a song just for me on stage, I hope 'LET'S DANCE' brings joy to those who watch me," she explained her choice of the title track.

"I felt that I couldn't go below the level of performance I set with 'KNOCK'. I wanted to show an upgraded version. I pondered what the public liked about it. Was it the performance? The addictive melody? I concluded that all elements had to align. This time, I focused on integrating an addictive melody while also enhancing the performance. I tried to stay true to my musical direction."

With 'KNOCK', Chaeyeon showcased a bold and energetic stage. Not only did she achieve numerical success with 'KNOCK', but she also gained confidence as a solo artist. "After 'KNOCK', I felt more confident on stage," she shared. "I found what my charm was. During this album's creation, I tried to incorporate what was good during 'KNOCK'."

"I couldn't find my charm while working solo. But performing 'KNOCK', I realized that my smiling face on stage looked pretty. It was the first time I smiled while monitoring myself. I thought, 'When I smile like this, I can give people positive energy.' I believe that's my charm."

Chaeyeon's relationship with Mnet's survival show 'Produce 48' is inseparable. Though she participated in five survival programs, including 'K-Pop Star 3' and 'Street Woman Fighter', it was 'Produce 48' that led her to debut with IZONE. "The survival show that will remain the most memorable in my life is 'Produce 48'," she said. She still chats with IZONE members in their group chat and even left a birthday message for Jang Wonyoung a few days ago. There are pros and cons to transitioning from group activities with 12 members to solo activities.

"When I was in a group, we divided parts among 12 members. As a solo artist, I have to fill the stage from start to finish. There's pressure, but there's also a sense of accomplishment after each performance. I feel proud as a solo artist. The pride I felt with the name IZ*ONE and the pride I feel with my own songs as Lee Chaeyeon are different."

Chaeyeon recently made a sudden exit from Mnet's survival show 'Queendom Puzzle'. The show's production team announced, "Due to personal reasons, Lee Chaeyeon has left the show," raising eyebrows. An insider at the interview site did not provide a clear reason, only mentioning "personal reasons."

In August, Chaeyeon participated in RBW's first family concert in Tokyo, Japan. She expressed her frustrations during the concert, wishing the organizers had been more attentive. She even revealed that she brought her own hair and makeup team at her own expense, causing fans to worry.

Regarding this, Chaeyeon explained, "I had a lot of pent-up emotions. I talked it out with the company." An official from her agency clarified, "She had a lot of schedules at that time, and various emotions came up. There were no major issues with the company. It was just a minor incident that we resolved internally."

As she approaches her first anniversary as a solo artist, Chaeyeon shared, "I'm enjoying every stage with a sense of happiness. I want to be remembered as a singer who offers good performances without being overly intense or excited. Balance is important."

"It took a while for 'KNOCK' to enter the charts. That in itself felt like a miracle. But this time, my goal is for the new song to enter the charts immediately and reach the top 50."

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