When did MELONii make her solo debut with the digital single 'Risky Risky'?

MELONii made her solo debut on March 31, 2026, with the digital single 'Risky Risky', released on her birthday.

What is the meaning behind the artist name MELONii chosen by the singer?

The name MELONii is a portmanteau of 'Melody + Harmony' and reflects her theme 'MELONii, your melody' to color listeners' lives with music.

Which audition programs did MELONii participate in before joining SECRET NUMBER?

Before joining SECRET NUMBER, she appeared on the major audition programs Produce 101 and Produce 48 under her previous name MINJI.

What musical influences shaped MELONii's debut track 'Risky Risky'?

'Risky Risky' features a nostalgic Y2K sound influenced by Hikaru Utada and BoA, with fashion and accessories like velour sets and cassette players in the video.

Where and when was the MELONii Official Fan Community launched?

The MELONii Official Fan Community was launched on b.stage at noon on March 31, 2026, the same day as her solo debut.

Reiwa's Y2K Diva, "MELONii," Makes Her Solo Debut! Official Fan Community Also Launched on b.stage!

Published Apr 1, 2026 5:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 10:32 AM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Multi-talented artist MELONii, formerly MINJI of SECRET NUMBER, has officially debuted as a solo artist with the single 'Risky Risky.' Alongside her music release, she has launched an official fan community on the b.stage platform to connect with fans globally.

MELONii, a female solo artist with multi-talented abilities—speaking four languages, writing her own lyrics and music, and even choreographing her own dance routines—made her debut on March 31st with the digital single 'Risky Risky.'

After appearing on major audition programs such as Produce 101 and Produce 48, she debuted in 2021 as "MINJI," a member of the group SECRET NUMBER. Following her departure from the group in April 2025, she gained experience providing songs for various artists. On March 31, 2026—her own birthday—she changed her artist name to "MELONii" and made her long-awaited comeback as a solo artist. The name MELONii, which she chose herself, is a portmanteau of "Melody + Harmony." It carries the theme "MELONii, your melody," reflecting her desire to color the lives of her listeners with the melodies and harmonies she creates.

She expresses a deep love for Showa and Heisei-era J-POP, stating that it has had a significant influence on her own musicality. She is so enamored with the unique melodies and delicate lyrical world of J-POP that she says she always sings Chisato Moritaka's "Watarasebashi" as her first song at karaoke. Her debut track, 'Risky Risky,' reflects these musical roots, resulting in a nostalgic Y2K sound that is somewhat reminiscent of artists like Hikaru Utada and BoA during their debut eras. "I hope you will also watch the music video, which I put a lot of care into, incorporating fashion and accessories from that time, such as velour setups and cassette players!" says MELONii. We invite you to immerse yourself in the world of sound woven by MELONii.

MELONii ‘Risky Risky’ Streaming Platforms

https://vm.group/RiskyRisky

MELONii ‘Risky Risky’ Official MV

https://youtu.be/bafIMw8apHs

Additionally, at noon on the same day, the "MELONii Official Fan Community" was opened on "b.stage," a multilingual platform where fans around the world can enjoy official content together. This community plans to offer various exclusive member content and rights to purchase merchandise.

◼️ Service Name

MELONii Official Fan Community

◼️ URL

https://melonii.jp/

◼️ Membership Fees

Monthly: ¥550 / Annual: ¥5,500 (tax included)

◼️ Launch Date

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 12:00

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