On February 22, it was reported that Krystal signed an exclusive contract with Beasts & Natives.

On this day, Beasts & Natives announced Krystal had joined their label with her cover of the 1990 track "I'm Coming Back" by American singer Lalah Hathaway.

Beasts & Natives is a dynamic creative space that spans music, fashion, and art, known for its innovative approach to curating a wide spectrum of cultural content. From music videos to fashion exhibitions and live performances, it has earned a reputation as a hub for emerging talents and established artists alike. The label has been home to notable figures such as Beenzino, 250, and Kim Ximya.

With the latest announcement, many anticipate that Krystal is coming back as a singer and gathered in a popular online community to express their excitement.

Korean netizens commented, "What???" "Hul, then does this mean... She's going to be a singer again... I'm so happy," "Hul...? Please get a song from 250 and release an album," "This is so crazy," "Please come back as a solo artist," "Krystal needs to come back as a solo artist right now," "This is exciting," "If she comes back as a solo I would be so happy," "Oh wow," "We can totally expect a solo comeback," and "This is the best news yet. We can expect Krystal to comeback as a singer."