Red Velvet’s Joy has made a notable return with her first mini-album, ″From JOY, with Love.″ This marks her first solo project since she publicly announced her relationship with Crush in 2021, further establishing her identity as a solo artist.

Released on August 18th, Joy’s mini-album debuted at number one on the Hanteo Daily Chart, showcasing a strong start on major domestic album charts. All tracks from the album, including the title track, made it onto the Melon HOT100 chart, highlighting the significant interest in Joy’s music.

The title track, ″Love Splash!″, was accompanied by a vibrant music video. In the video, Joy experiences the thrill of first love on an unfamiliar beach, employing various tactics to capture her lover’s attention. This visual representation aligns perfectly with the song’s upbeat and charming essence.

Joy’s mini-album also made an impressive debut in the top 10 of the iTunes Top Albums chart across 20 countries, including Italy, Greece, Brazil, Mexico, and Egypt, indicating her expanding global presence as an artist.

Featuring six tracks, the album explores different love stories, allowing Joy to further define her musical style. The diverse narratives resonate deeply with listeners, capturing the emotions of youth and the multifaceted nature of love.

In addition to her musical achievements, Joy is drawing attention for her relationship with actor Choo Young-woo. The two developed a close bond while co-starring in the 2022 KakaoTV drama ″Somehow Country Diary.″ Choo Young-woo showed his support for Joy by posting her album cover on Instagram with the caption, ″This is the best.″

″From JOY, with Love″ not only builds on Joy’s previous successes but also represents a new musical challenge for her. This album is seen as a significant step forward, indicating the direction Joy intends to take in her solo career.