Overview
Stray Kids (Korean: 스트레이 키즈; RR: Seuteurei Kijeu; often abbreviated as SKZ) is a South Korean boy band formed by JYP Entertainment through the 2017 reality show of the same name. The group is composed of eight members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. One former member Woojin left the group due to undisclosed personal reasons in October 2019. The group is primarily self-produced, with 3Racha (consisting of members Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han) as their main producing team and the other members frequently participating in songwriting.
Stray Kids released their pre-debut extended play (EP) Mixtape in January 2018 and officially debuted on March 25 with the EP I Am Not, followed by other two I Am series EPs, I Am Who and I Am You. Their Clé trilogy EPs were issued in 2019, consisting of Clé 1: Miroh, Clé 2: Yellow Wood, and Clé: Levanter. The group's first studio album Go Live was released in 2020, becoming their first platinum-certified album by Korea Music Content Association (KMCA). That year, Stray Kids also made their Japanese debut with the compilation album SKZ2020 through Epic Records Japan.
In 2021, Stray Kids' second studio album Noeasy became their first million-selling album. After signing with Republic Records for promotions in the United States in 2022, the group released their EPs Oddinary, Maxident (both 2022), Rock-Star (2023), Ate (2024), and third studio album, 5-Star (2023). All five topped the US Billboard 200 and entered the UK Albums Chart, making them the first group ever to debut at the top of Billboard 200 with their first five charted albums. 5-Star was certified five-million in album sales by the KMCA, making them just the third group to achieve this in Korean history. As of October 2022, Stray Kids has sold over 10 million albums across both Korean and Japanese releases. In 2023, they featured on Time's Next Generation Leaders list.
Latest Release - Ate (2024):
In 2024, Stray Kids released their highly anticipated mini-album Ate, which continues to showcase their dynamic and experimental sound. The album features a mix of hard-hitting tracks and introspective ballads, reflecting the group’s growth as artists. The lead single "Eclipse" has been praised for its powerful lyrics and innovative production, further cementing Stray Kids’ reputation as trendsetters in the K-pop industry. Ate quickly topped the charts, reaffirming their global influence and dedicated fanbase.
Members
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Bang Chan (Leader, Producer, Vocalist, Rapper)
Birthday: October 3, 1997
MBTI Type: ENFJ
Height: 171 cm
Facts: He was born in South Korea but moved to Australia at a young age. He trained under JYP Entertainment for 7 years. -
Lee Know (Main Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper)
Birthday: October 25, 1998
MBTI Type: ESFJ
Height: 172 cm
Facts: Lee Know is known for his versatile dancing skills and was once a backup dancer for BTS. -
Changbin (Main Rapper, Producer, Vocalist)
Birthday: August 11, 1999
MBTI Type: ENFP
Height: 167 cm
Facts: Changbin is part of the producing team 3Racha and is known for his fast rapping and deep voice. -
Hyunjin (Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Visual)
Birthday: March 20, 2000
MBTI Type: INFP
Height: 179 cm
Facts: Hyunjin is recognized for his charismatic stage presence and has a background in art. -
Han (Main Rapper, Producer, Vocalist)
Birthday: September 14, 2000
MBTI Type: INFP
Height: 169 cm
Facts: Han is part of the producing team 3Racha and is fluent in English, having lived in Malaysia for a few years. -
Felix (Lead Dancer, Lead Rapper, Vocalist)
Birthday: September 15, 2000
MBTI Type: ENFP
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Birthday: September 15, 2000
MBTI Type: ENFP
Height: 171 cm
Facts: Felix was born and raised in Australia. He has a deep voice that contrasts with his baby face, which has made him a fan favorite. -
Seungmin (Lead Vocalist)
Birthday: September 22, 2000
MBTI Type: ESFJ
Height: 178 cm
Facts: Seungmin is known for his sweet voice and often covers popular songs on social media. -
I.N (Vocalist, Maknae)
Birthday: February 8, 2001
MBTI Type: ISFJ
Height: 172 cm
Facts: I.N is the youngest member of the group. He trained as a trot singer before joining Stray Kids and is often praised for his bright smile and cheerful personality.
Discography
- Mixtape (2018) - Pre-debut EP that features early songs, including "Hellevator."
- I Am Not (2018) - Debut EP with the title track "District 9."
- I Am Who (2018) - Includes the hit song "My Pace."
- I Am You (2018) - EP with the title track "I Am YOU."
- Clé 1: Miroh (2019) - Features the popular song "Miroh."
- Clé 2: Yellow Wood (2019) - A compilation EP with the single "Side Effects."
- Clé: Levanter (2019) - Includes the track "Levanter."
- Go Live (2020) - First studio album with the hit "God's Menu."
- In Life (2020) - Repackaged version of "Go Live" with the title track "Back Door."
- Noeasy (2021) - Includes the viral hit "Thunderous."
- Oddinary (2022) - EP featuring "Maniac."
- Maxident (2022) - Includes the title track "Case 143."
- 5-Star (2023) - Their third studio album featuring "S-Class."
- Ate (2024) - Their latest mini-album featuring the lead single "Eclipse."
Videos
- God's Menu - A powerful performance video that showcases Stray Kids' unique style and energy.
- Back Door - A continuation of their signature sound with innovative choreography.
- Thunderous - A traditional Korean-inspired concept with a modern twist.
- Maniac - A dark, dystopian-themed video that captures their artistic evolution.
- Case 143 - A catchy and colorful video full of visual effects and memorable dance moves.
- Chk Chk Boom - The latest video from their mini-album "Ate," praised for its stunning dance insane beat .
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