Solo singer jio released the new digital single, Plastic Candy, on August 14.

The third installment in a series of three consecutive monthly releases, this new track is a sweet and somewhat awkward pop anthem that tells the true, down-to-earth tale of a protagonist who puts on a tough front. Listeners are urged to pay close attention to the lyrics, such as “I want to break free from this unchanging daily life, but I also want to protect those same things that never change.” The song also features a catchy electro sound that conjures images of candy to mind.

■Comment from jio
“Plastic Candy is a song filled with raw emotions that I’m typically unable to show anyone. There’s this one line…“It doesn’t really matter—go ahead and laugh.” That may seem like a careless remark at first glance, but hidden beneath it is the feeling of never wanting to give up. This song gently encourages listeners to keep looking forward, reminding them not to lose their sense of wonder and to keep pushing forward just a little bit more. I hope this song will inspire all of you who listen to it to cherish yourselves and your loved ones just a little bit more than you do now.”