aespa member Karina is winning hearts once again—this time with her multilingual talent and heartfelt performance at her birthday celebration.
Ahead of turning 25, Karina held her fan event “2026 KARINA B-day PARTY MEMORY BOX” in Seoul on March 24, where she treated fans to a series of special stages. Beyond interacting closely with attendees, the K-pop star impressed with covers in multiple languages, including Japanese, English, and Chinese—showcasing both her versatility and dedication to fans.
Among the standout moments was her cover of the Chinese track “愛你但說不出口” by Karencici. Originally known for its soft and emotionally layered tone, the song took on a new charm through Karina’s voice, adding what fans described as a “romantic filter” to the performance. Many viewers reacted enthusiastically, with comments like “I fell in love just listening to this” quickly spreading online.
The surprise didn’t end there. Karina’s cover even caught the attention of the original artist herself. Karencici reposted the performance on Threads, writing, “I love pretty girls, so beautiful (너무 예쁘다)”, delighting fans with this unexpected cross-artist interaction.
In addition to the Chinese song, Karina also performed “Sparkle” by RADWIMPS and the classic English hit “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”, further highlighting her global appeal.
Interestingly, “愛你但說不出口” has recently gained popularity among Korean artists. Idols like BOYNEXTDOOR’s Taesan and Taeyang have also been spotted singing the track, signaling a growing trend of Chinese-language songs crossing into K-pop spaces.
Karina’s birthday event ultimately became more than just a celebration—it turned into a viral moment that bridged different music cultures, proving once again why she remains one of K-pop’s most captivating performers today.
Sources: Yahoo News