Unstoppable! Korean Artist Sets a Historic 'First' and Takes the World by Storm!

In 2022, they became the third Korean act (after BTS and SuperM) to top the Billboard 200 chart with their mini-album 'ODDINARY'.

In August 2022, they joined BTS and BIGBANG as the third K-pop boy group to surpass 10 million YouTube subscribers, earning the Diamond Play Button from YouTube.

The Biggest K-Pop Tour Ever?

Currently, Stray Kids are on their largest world tour to date, "dominATE." The tour spans 34 cities with a total of 55 concerts worldwide. They are expected to draw approximately 2.2 million attendees, which could set a new record for the largest single tour audience in K-pop history. JYP Entertainment founder Park Jin-young has previously emphasized that Stray Kids are one of the company’s key revenue drivers, reflecting their explosive commercial growth.

A Self-Producing Group That Stands Out

Stray Kids debuted on March 5, 2018, under JYP Entertainment, led by leader Bang Chan alongside Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N.

What sets them apart is their in-house production team, 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han), who write, compose, and produce every track on their albums. While many idol groups have members contributing to songwriting, it’s rare for a group to have a dedicated, full-time production unit handling all of their music. This has earned them recognition not only in Korea but also in the global music industry.

The Stray Kids Sound: Powerful Vocals & Addictive Tracks

Each member brings a unique vocal identity to the group. Felix, known for his deep, resonant voice, often delivers the "killing parts" in their intense, high-energy songs. Seungmin and Lee Know balance the group’s powerful sound with smooth, emotional vocals, adding depth to their tracks. One of their most iconic songs is 'MANIAC', released in March 2022. The track is known for its hypnotic, addictive chorus that lingers in listeners' minds. Lyrically, it delivers a message about breaking free from societal expectations and embracing one’s true self, with lines like: "Like a torn-up puppet, the true colors will show in the end. This life isn't meant to be comfortable."

In 2023, 'MANIAC' gained renewed attention when it was featured as a mission song on the popular dance survival show 'Street Woman Fighter 2'. Fans who had never heard the track before were instantly captivated, with many expressing their excitement, saying, "Wow, I’ve never heard this song before, but it’s stuck in my head!" Others noted how the choreography elevated the song, stating, "The choreography makes the song even better—it hits differently now." Some even rushed to add it to their playlists, declaring, "Adding this hidden gem to my playlist ASAP!"

With their unstoppable momentum, record-breaking achievements, and a world tour of historic scale, Stray Kids continue to solidify their position as one of the most dominant forces in K-pop today.