it’s not my place to talk about german politics. but as a queer person who stands on a stage, i can say this much.
we’re not going to stop marching. us disappearing is exactly what they want.
and one more thing. the second this grief gets translated into hate toward another minority, we’re not protecting ourselves. we’re repeating the same logic that was used against us. there are people in this world who are muslim and queer, and right now they’re in danger twice over, from both sides.
my condolences to the victim and her family. to everyone who was hurt, i hope you heal.
@HOLLAND_vvv I'm always proud of you Holland! I feel sorry that I can't post here often anymore, but I'm always thinking of you. Forever grateful for your music. Please take as much time as you need. I love you 💙
It’s been a while since I’ve written something like this.
First, I want to thank the people who waited. I know it isn’t easy to stay with someone through this much time without a single new release to show for it.
Honestly, at some point I started opening my social media and thinking about who would see it. And that “who” wasn’t you. It was industry people. Brands. Working alone, I think I convinced myself this account had to be proof of something. So it slowly turned into a portfolio instead of a place to talk, and the people who came here every day were the ones I stopped speaking to. That’s the part I’m most sorry about.
I also want to talk about the music, and about why I never started the YouTube channel. I kept thinking I had to figure out who I was supposed to be right now before I could figure out what to make. The answer didn’t come. I didn’t want to put out anything I wasn’t sure of, and while I waited for that answer, a lot of time passed. I don’t want to call that being careful. I was lost for a long time, and that time is on me.
There were hard things about doing this on my own, but I’m not going to lay all of that out here. I didn’t think you needed to carry it, and honestly, my pride was a big part of it too. I still don’t really regret that. What I understand now is that not showing the hard parts and saying nothing at all were never the same thing.
I’m not going to make a big promise.
I’m working toward an album in the second half of this year. There are still things I’m sorting out, and I’m still somewhere between the music I want to make and the music that reaches people. So I can’t tell you when it’s coming. I’d rather stop naming dates I can’t keep.
Here’s what I can promise. You’ll hear from me before the end of October. Whether it’s good news or just news that I’m still working, I’ll be the one to reach out first.
I thought I was doing this alone. Looking back, I wasn’t. And the ones who stayed the longest are here.
Thank you for waiting. That’s what I wanted to say.
i feel like i haven’t told you guys i love you enough lately.
i’m sorry if i’ve ever seemed like i’m not enough for you, and thank you for always being here for me.
i’ll keep doing my best and giving everything i can. i just want to tell all of you who have continued to love and support me until now that i love you.
thank you, always.
holland
happy pride month.
when i came out, i had no idea how much my life would change. there were moments of fear, loss, and uncertainty, but there were also moments of love, connection, and hope that i could never have imagined.
looking back, i’m grateful for every person who stood by me, listened to my music, shared my story, and reminded me that being honest about who i am was worth it.
being openly gay in kpop has never been the easiest path, but it has allowed me to meet incredible people around the world and to be part of something bigger than myself. for that, i am deeply thankful.
this pride month, i’m reminded that visibility matters, authenticity matters, and every person deserves the freedom to live as themselves.
thank you for growing with me through all these years. i promise to keep challenging myself, keep creating, and keep becoming a better artist and a better human being.
happy pride. 🌈
I'm thankful for the happiness your music brings and forever proud of you. Thank you again for being an inspiration to many. I treasure the music you give us and the time I've spent as your fan.
Always looking forward to what comes next!
Happy debut anniversary @HOLLAND_vvv 💙
I can't believe it's already been 8 years since Neverland was released and you started this journey. I'm so happy to have watched you grow as an artist right from the start. You've accomplished so much!
@HOLLAND_vvv Happy anniversary Holland!! I can't believe it's been 8 years already. So proud of everything you've accomplished and always looking forward to what's next 💙
Eight years ago today, my debut single “Neverland” was released.
Even though there were many things I wish I had done better, so many of you showed this song so much love, and thanks to that, I was able to meet all of you and stand where I am today. Because of that, this song feels like my own child to me, and it holds a very special place in my heart.
I would like to sincerely thank everyone who worked with me on “Neverland,” and I also want to apologize to my fans from the bottom of my heart for not always being able to show you enough love and active promotions.
Over the past eight years, I have been searching for myself and truly living my life, gaining so many different experiences along the way. With all of that as my foundation, my goal this year is to come back to you as a more mature artist with better music.
In this music industry where everything feels oversaturated and viral moments seem to be everything, I often wonder what the right path is. But rather than talking about the world, I believe that looking honestly at myself and telling sincere stories will be meaningful work in itself. I will do my best to return to you with good songs and stay by your side again.
Thank you so much to all the fans who have always given me more love than I deserve. I hope you won’t forget me, and that you’ll wait for me just a little longer.
love u harling
#holland #neverland
Happy debut anniversary @HOLLAND_vvv 💖
I can't believe it's been 7 years already. I remember watching Neverland in 2018 and I'm so happy to see how far you've come. Thank you so much for everything. I'll always be here supporting you. I love you!
Today marks my 7th debut anniversary!
As a gay person, I never imagined that I could work and be loved like this in Korea. These past 7 years have been the happiest of my life, filled with incredible experiences. I want to give back the love and lessons I’ve received to my fans and to minorities around the world.
I’d also like to bow my head in deep gratitude to all the staff and friends who believed in me and worked with me to help me hold this place.
To my fans, I love you so much, and I’m so thankful that you’ve become my family.
Would you tell me you love me to celebrate this special day?
With love,
Holland