SEVENTEEN member Vernon is releasing a new solo song titled “I’ll Be Back” as he starts his mandatory military service. Billboard reports the track is framed as a meaningful moment for fans, giving them something to revisit while he is away.
Korea Times adds that the song is set for release on Thursday at 6 p.m., citing music industry sources. It also reports that Vernon’s agency, Pledis Entertainment, previously announced he will receive basic training beginning Aug. 20 before serving as a social service agent to fulfill his mandatory service requirement. The outlets both connect the timing of the single to his enlistment and describe the release as a direct way to mark the period of service. They differ mainly in emphasis: Billboard focuses more on the fan-oriented significance of the song, while Korea Times details the service timeline and administrative role.
The Korea Times piece also notes Vernon’s ongoing activities, including a June collaboration with member The8, when they launched a new subunit and released their first EP, “V8.”
