What happened
NMIXX’s Lily covers “Melt Away,” originally by Taeyeon, in a vocal-focused performance.
Why Koreans care
The description also promotes NMIXX’s sixth EP, “Strange Muse,” scheduled for October 19, 2026, at 6 p.m. KST.
In the Korean comments
One top comment says, in translation, “Whenever Lily asked which song we wanted her to sing briefly, I kept requesting Taeyeon’s ‘Melt Away’ and saying I had to hear Lily sing it before I died. Now I could die without regrets.” Another offers a specific way to hear the cover: Taeyeon sounds like the “sun,” while Lily sounds like the “ice” that is melting. A separate commenter points to 1:14 as the moment to notice Lily playing with the rhythm.
What the words mean
“릴황” (rilhwang, “Emperor Lily”) combines Lily’s shortened Korean name with the character for “emperor.” Here it is not a formal title but playful, exaggerated fan praise presenting her as an exceptionally commanding singer.
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When Lily asked if there was a song we wanted her to sing briefly, I kept requesting “Taeyeon – Melt Away” every time, saying that, if Lily would allow it, I absolutely wanted to hear her sing “Melt Away” before I died. Now I can die with no regrets.
I heard that even Taeyeon, the original singer of this song, said it was difficult... and Lily did it..! I really think Lily will become an even better vocalist in the future😊
Lily’s vibrato is truly top-tier.. Don’t forget, she’s Lilywang.
BAKBING reaction summary
Fans are praising LILY for her incredible cover.
Short notes from fans
NMIXX fan notes
Strange Muse 6th EP Album
Strange Muse
Heavy Serenade
Blue Valentine
Fe3O4: FORWARD
Fe3O4: STICK OUT
Fe3O4: BREAK
A Midsummer NMIXX’s Dream
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