Lim Young-woong Announces Comeback with New Album 'IM HERO 2'

Singer Lim Young-woong (임영웅) is set to make his return with a new studio album after a hiatus of approximately three years and two months. His agency, Fish Music (물고기뮤직), announced on the morning of July 24, 2025, via Lim's official social media channels, that his second full-length album, 'IM HERO 2' (아이엠 히어로 2), will be released soon.

The teaser video released features a sky-blue background symbolizing his fan club, 'Hero Era' (영웅시대), along with a pentagonal logo, heart-shaped clouds, and colorful flowers with floating petals, creating a warm and whimsical atmosphere reminiscent of a fairy tale. The gentle music accompanying the visuals heightens the excitement and anticipation for Lim's long-awaited new album, sparking curiosity about the undisclosed tracks.

Notably, the video on Lim Young-woong's official YouTube channel includes a message from him in a king role, leaving a brief yet profound impression on viewers.

'IM HERO 2' marks Lim's second studio album, following his first album 'IM HERO' (아이엠 히어로), which was released in May 2022. This upcoming album promises to explore a diverse range of genres, including ballad, trot, pop, hip-hop, dance, and folk, showcasing Lim's unique emotional style and expanding his musical spectrum.

Given the explosive response to his debut album, which dominated the charts upon its release, expectations are high for this second album to present an evolved version of 'Hero-style music.' In the lead-up to the album's release, various content related to his comeback will be unveiled sequentially, building excitement among fans.

Lim Young-woong's second studio album will be available on various music platforms starting August 29, 2025.