ATEEZ’s HONGJOONG on Taking Off the Captain’s Hat for “ENOuGH” With Bazzi

In mid-August, ATEEZ member HONGJOONG is in Los Angeles, taking a break from his duties as the leader of the K-pop group. He's here to discuss his new solo single, "ENOuGH," with American singer-songwriter Bazzi. The 27-year-old artist, known for his glossy black hair and frequent musical inspirations, is currently juggling his work with ATEEZ and his solo projects.

He keeps a running log of ideas to capture inspiration as it comes, but insists that he's more content with his work in ATEEZ. Despite wanting a break, HONGJOONG has been busy working on his solo album, aiming to travel the world while documenting his twenties. He met Bazzi in 2018 through mutual admiration for Bazzi's music, and they began collaborating soon after their first interaction.

The song, filled with honest lyrics about finding "ENOuGH" in life, features a haunting synth riff and a soft trap beat, transitioning into a chilled-out chorus. The music video further embodies the song's cosmic theme, portraying HONGJOONG as a modern-day Starman pursuing his love. The lyrics seem to be addressed to an unnamed lover, with a line about being content with just two people in the universe if that's all that remains.

HONGJOONG's career is also influenced by his parents, who have been a significant source of inspiration for his artistic endeavors. While he has many creative ideas, including fashion design, he's currently focused on music, releasing live performance videos and an acoustic version of "ENOuGH."