While KATSEYE continues its arena run with four members on the Wildworld Tour, Sophia Laforteza has a different kind of spotlight this month. Her cover of INXS’s “Never Tear Us Apart” appears on the official soundtrack for DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island. The track, credited simply to Sophia of KATSEYE, marks the first official solo song release by any member of the group. It arrives while she remains on hiatus from group activities and from the European and North American tour dates.
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This report is written for United States readers following live KATSEYE updates. Primary search topics covered here include Sophia Laforteza, KATSEYE, Forgotten Island, Never Tear Us Apart, DreamWorks, Filipino soundtrack. The goal is clear answers: what happened, why it matters, and what comes next on the tour and release calendar.
- Who: KATSEYE (HYBE x Geffen global girl group) and the members named in this story
- What: Sophia of KATSEYE’s First Solo Credit: ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ Finds Its Place on Forgotten Island Soundtrack
- Why it matters: chart momentum, tour demand, member status, and brand growth in the U.S. market
- What to watch next: North American Wildworld Tour dates, streaming releases, and official member updates
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Sophia Laforteza KATSEYE Forgotten Island soundtrack. Photo via X / official coverage — hosted on Vervado CDN.
Sophia Never Tear Us Apart cover. Photo via X / official coverage — hosted on Vervado CDN.
Sophia Laforteza solo spotlight. Photo via X / official coverage — hosted on Vervado CDN.
Filipino heritage Forgotten Island. Photo via X / official coverage — hosted on Vervado CDN.
Sophia KATSEYE portrait. Photo via X / official coverage — hosted on Vervado CDN.
THIS IS THE MOST SOPHIA THING I COULD DO
— ABS-CBN News (@ABSCBNNews) September 25, 2026
Sophia’s Never Tear Us Apart audio video has now surpassed 200K views
— SOPHIA GLOBAL (@SophiaGlobalOFC) September 23, 2026
Photo: @katseyeworld on X
Listen to Sophia of KATSEYE – Never Tear Us Apart
Where the Song Sits on the Forgotten Island Soundtrack
Forgotten Island opened in theaters on September 25, 2026. The soundtrack, released a week earlier on September 18, brings together a notable lineup of Filipino and Filipino-American artists: BINI, SB19, Lea Salonga, H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Ruby Ibarra, and Sophia. Her version of the 1988 INXS classic plays during an emotional scene between the film’s two lead characters. On Spotify the track crossed roughly 199,000 streams in its first days — early numbers that reflect genuine interest without a heavy standalone promotional push.
Photo: @katseyeworld on X
Why This Project Matters to Sophia Laforteza
In a behind-the-scenes clip from the recording session, Sophia described the opportunity in personal terms. “When I was told I was going to be a part of this project, I remember thinking, ‘This is the most Sophia thing I could do,’ as one of the first things I do on my own,” she said. She pointed to culture, celebrating women, family, and friendship as the reasons the film aligned with her values. “This is one of the most beautiful things I feel like I’ll ever do,” she added. That framing turns the release into more than a soundtrack credit. It is a deliberate first solo step that centers the same themes she has carried through her time in KATSEYE.
Photo: @katseyeworld on X
The Timing and What It Means for Fans
Sophia stepped back from group activities in August and sat out the entire European leg of the Wildworld Tour. The solo track does not come with a return date. It does give EYEKONS a new way to hear her voice while the four active members continue the arena run. For a fan base holding both pride in the tour success and concern for the missing members, the song functions as a quiet bridge — evidence that Sophia is still creating even as the full picture of her return remains open.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sophia of KATSEYE Solo Song
What song did Sophia of KATSEYE record for Forgotten Island?
She performed a reimagined version of INXS’s “Never Tear Us Apart.”
Is this Sophia’s first solo release?
Yes. It is the first official solo song credit for any KATSEYE member.
Where can I listen to Never Tear Us Apart by Sophia of KATSEYE?
The official audio is available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and the Forgotten Island soundtrack.
Is Sophia still on hiatus from KATSEYE and the Wildworld Tour?
Yes. She remains on hiatus from group activities and has not been confirmed for the North American dates that begin October 13 in Miami.
How has the song performed on streaming?
It passed approximately 199,000 Spotify streams in its first days of release.
Sophia did not need a big announcement or a chart campaign for this one. The song simply exists — a quiet, culturally grounded first step that feels entirely like her.
Where can U.S. fans follow official KATSEYE updates?
Start with the official KATSEYE site and verified social channels, then cross-check major outlets such as Billboard and local tour promoters for ticket and broadcast details.
Is this story updated for U.S. time zones?
Yes. Dates and broadcast windows in this article are framed for American readers (ET/PT where relevant).
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Related Sources
- Billboard coverage of Sophia’s Forgotten Island cover
- Philstar: Sophia on the cover
- Forgotten Island official site
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