Stray Kids Songs Lyrics, Biography, Latest Songs
Formation and Debut
Stray Kids is a South Korean boy band formed by JYP Entertainment in 2017 through a reality survival show of the same name. The group officially debuted on March 25, 2018, with their mini album “I Am NOT,” which introduced their bold style and self-produced music to the K-pop world.
Members
Stray Kids is composed of eight members:
– Bang Chan – the group’s leader, producer, and vocalist
– Lee Know – main dancer and vocalist
– Changbin – rapper and producer
– Hyunjin – rapper, dancer, and visual
– Han – rapper, vocalist, and producer
– Felix – dancer and rapper
– Seungmin – lead vocalist
– I.N – vocalist and maknae (youngest member)
The group originally had nine members, but Woojin left in 2019 due to personal reasons.
Musical Style and Success
Stray Kids is known for their intense, experimental sound and deep, self-reflective lyrics. The production trio within the group, known as 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han), writes and produces most of their music. Their songs often tackle topics like mental health, self-identity, and social pressure.
Albums like “Clé 1: MIROH”, “GO LIVE”, “NOEASY”, “MAXIDENT”, and “5-STAR” have cemented their position as one of the most innovative and powerful acts in K-pop. Several of their albums have topped the Billboard 200 chart, earning them a global following.
Global Reach and Recognition
Stray Kids have held sold-out world tours, performed at major festivals like Lollapalooza, and became the first K-pop group to headline the British Summer Time Hyde Park Festival. Their stage performances are praised for their energy and synchronization.
In 2023, they won awards such as Best K-pop at the MTV VMAs and continued gaining popularity in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
Fandom and Identity
Stray Kids’ fans are called “STAY,” a name symbolizing that fans will always remain with the group. Known for their powerful performances, strong fan engagement, and creative freedom, Stray Kids continue to redefine what it means to be a K-pop group on the global stage.