After a year long hiatus since her last release, soloist LEE HI has made her long-awaited return with “HOLO.” Not long after her departure from YG Entertainment, LEE HI is now the newest addition to the AOMG family, and what better way to greet fans by releasing a new single! 

“HOLO” could not have come at a better time as it is a song that is filled with comfort and care. “HOLO” is about how loneliness can be overwhelming and oftentimes suffocating, but LEE HI reassures that in time, the loneliness and difficulties are going to stop. But it’s not just loneliness that she speaks on, but there is a deeper underlying meaning of struggling with mental health and other dark struggles that may bring one down. LEE HI uplifts listeners through her encouraging and warm lyrics, stating that instead of letting these emotions get the best of her, she’s going to push forward and not let them defeat her. One line in particular that stands out in the song is “I’m too precious to just sit around and worry” which speaks volumes of self-love and self-care. It’s something that listeners and fans of all ages should remember that they too are just as important and deserve to keep going on in their journey. 

Much like the song, the music video for “HOLO” also shows the journey of someone who seems to be having a hard time. Featuring LEE HI and a younger female actress, who can be depicted as either her younger self or a younger sibling who may have been going through a particularly struggling stage of life. Often during the adolescent and young adult stage in life, many go through the struggle of trying to figure themselves out and the world that we live in. At this stage in life, it’s about figuring out the relationships in life, what gives life meaning and why things are not as easy as we grow and navigate life. In “HOLO,” LEE HI is showing that she is there for the young girl, letting her know that she is not alone and that happiness and love is still there in life. LEE HI is the warmth and security that this young girl needs and shows that together they will overcome the loneliness and struggles, shown by LEE HI’s repeated lyric throughout the song, “it’s going to stop.” 

Plot line aside, LEE HI is ethereal throughout the music video and shows a soft and simple side to herself but still manages to look youthful and glam. Perhaps the most touching parts of the music video that stands out is seeing her interact with the young girl, glowing with happiness and love.

Overall, this R&B ballad from LEE HI is refreshing and a much needed comforting song that many may need right now. As the world is currently in a chaotic state, “HOLO” is like that breath of fresh air, and is breathtaking and repeat-worthy. It is an excellent song through and through, filled with care and encouragement that is fit for anyone of all ages. While it’s only a single from LEE HI, many can anticipate that she will be back soon again with another feel-good song.

If you or a loved one is going through a hard time, please reach out to your local resources on mental health and/or contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.