Stray Kids

Who Are Stray Kids?

Stray Kids, also known as SKZ, is a South Korean boy group formed by JYP Entertainment. Debuting on March 25, 2018, they quickly rose to fame with their powerful music, intense performances, and self-produced tracks. Members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, I.N.

Stray Kids Members – Biodata & Profiles

Detailed biodata of Stray Kids members including their age, position, and fun facts.

Bang Chan (방찬)

Full Name: Christopher Bang (방찬)
Birthday: October 3, 1997
Nationality: Australian-Korean
Position: Leader, Producer, Vocalist, Rapper
Fun Fact: He trained for 7 years before debuting!

Lee Know (리노)

Full Name: Lee Minho (이민호)
Birthday: October 25, 1998
Nationality: Korean
Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
Fun Fact: He used to be a backup dancer for BTS!

Changbin (창빈)

Full Name: Seo Changbin (서창빈)
Birthday: August 11, 1999
Nationality: Korean
Position: Main Rapper, Producer
Fun Fact: He’s part of 3RACHA, SKZ’s production unit.

Hyunjin (현진)

Full Name: Hwang Hyunjin (황현진)
Birthday: March 20, 2000
Nationality: Korean
Position: Main Dancer, Rapper, Visual
Fun Fact: He’s also an artist and loves drawing!

Han (한)

Full Name: Han Jisung (한지성)
Birthday: September 14, 2000
Nationality: Korean
Position: Rapper, Vocalist, Producer
Fun Fact: He lived in Malaysia for a few years!

Felix (필릭스)

Full Name: Felix Lee (이용복)
Birthday: September 15, 2000
Nationality: Australian-Korean
Position: Dancer, Rapper
Fun Fact: He has a deep voice but a cute personality!

Seungmin (승민)

Full Name: Kim Seungmin (김승민)
Birthday: September 22, 2000
Nationality: Korean
Position: Main Vocalist
Fun Fact: He speaks English fluently!

I.N (아이엔)

Full Name: Yang Jeongin (양정인)
Birthday: February 8, 2001
Nationality: Korean
Position: Maknae, Vocalist
Fun Fact: He was a child model before joining SKZ!

Woojin (우진) – Former Member

Full Name: Kim Woojin (김우진)
Birthday: April 8, 1997
Nationality: Korean
Position: Main Vocalist
Fun Fact: He left the group in 2019 and later debuted as a solo artist.

Why Are Stray Kids So Popular?

Stray Kids have built a massive international fanbase (STAY) due to their:

• Self-Produced Music – 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han) write and produce most of their songs.
• Powerful Performances – Known for their intense energy and synchronized dance moves.
• Global Success – Multiple Billboard 200 No. 1 albums and record-breaking achievements.

Top Stray Kids Songs You Must Listen To

• “Back Door” (2020)
• “Thunderous” (2021)
• “MANIAC” (2022)
• “S-Class” (2023)

Stray Kids’ Achievements

Stray Kids have achieved numerous milestones, including:

• Billboard 200 No. 1 albums with *Maxident* and *5-Star*.
• MTV Europe Music Awards for Best K-Pop.
• First K-Pop group to headline Lollapalooza Paris.

Stray Kids – History & Journey

The history of Stray Kids, their formation, achievements, and journey in the K-pop industry.

Formation & Pre-Debut (2017)

Stray Kids was formed by JYP Entertainment through a survival reality show of the same name in 2017. The show featured nine trainees competing for a chance to debut together. Unlike other survival programs, Stray Kids emphasized teamwork, and JYP allowed all nine members to debut as a group.

Debut & Early Success (2018)

Stray Kids officially debuted on March 25, 2018, with their mini-album I Am NOT and the title track District 9. Their powerful and unique style quickly gained them a strong international following. Follow-up albums I Am WHO and I Am YOU helped solidify their status as rising stars in the industry.

Rising Popularity & First Concert Tour (2019)

In 2019, Stray Kids continued their momentum with the Clé album series, including hits like Miroh and Levanter. The group embarked on their first world tour, “UNVEIL Tour,” performing in multiple countries and expanding their global fanbase.

Lineup Change & Continued Growth (2020)

In late 2019, member Woojin departed from the group due to personal reasons, leaving Stray Kids as an eight-member act. Despite this change, the group released their first full-length album GO生 (GO LIVE) in 2020, featuring the hit track God’s Menu. This marked a turning point in their career, solidifying their unique sound.

Global Breakthrough (2021-Present)

Stray Kids gained massive international recognition in 2021 by winning Mnet’s survival show Kingdom: Legendary War. They followed up with their best-selling album NOEASY, featuring the hit track Thunderous. In 2022 and 2023, they continued their streak with successful releases like MANIAC and 5-STAR, making them one of the leading groups in the K-pop industry.

Stray Kids Discography

Complete discography of Stray Kids, including albums, mini-albums, and singles.

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Studio Albums

• GO生 (GO LIVE) (2020) – “Easy”, “Blueprint”
• NOEASY (2021) – “Thunderous”, “DOMINO”, “The View”
• ★★★★★ (5-STAR) (2023) – “S-Class”, “Super Bowl”, “Topline”

Mini-Albums (EPs)

• I Am NOT (2018) – “District 9”, “Mirror”, “Grow Up”
• I Am WHO (2018) – “My Pace”, “Voices”, “Insomnia”
• I Am YOU (2018) – “I Am YOU”, “Get Cool”, “N/S”
• Clé 1 : MIROH (2019) – “Miroh”, “Victory Song”, “Chronosaurus”
• Clé 2 : Yellow Wood (2019) – “Side Effects”, “TMT”
• Clé : LEVANTER (2019) – “Levanter”, “Double Knot”, “Astronaut”
• Oddinary (2022) – “MANIAC”, “Charmer”, “Freeze”
• MAXIDENT (2022) – “CASE 143”, “Chill”, “Give Me Your TMI”

Singles

• “Hellevator” (2017)
• “Double Knot” (2019)
• “All In” (2020)
• “Mixtape : OH” (2021)
• “Mixtape : Time Out” (2022)

Stray Kids – Fun Facts & Trivia

List of interesting facts about Stray Kids, their members, and achievements.

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General Facts

• Stray Kids was formed through a reality survival show by JYP Entertainment in 2017.
• The group initially had nine members, but Woojin departed in 2019.
• They compose and produce most of their songs, with members like Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han forming the production unit 3RACHA.
• Stray Kids officially debuted on March 25, 2018, with the mini-album I Am NOT.
• They are known for their intense performances, powerful rap, and experimental sound.

Member Facts

• Bang Chan: He trained for seven years before debuting and speaks fluent English.
• Lee Know: He was a backup dancer for BTS before joining Stray Kids.
• Changbin: He is known for his incredibly fast rapping skills.
• Hyunjin: He loves drawing and is known for his sharp visuals.
• Han: He lived in Malaysia for a few years before moving back to Korea.
• Felix: He has a deep voice but a very playful and cute personality.
• Seungmin: He is a big fan of DAY6 and speaks English fluently.
• I.N: He was a child model before becoming a singer.

Achievements

• Stray Kids won Kingdom: Legendary War in 2021, proving their dominance in the industry.
• They were the first fourth-generation K-pop group to become a million-seller with NOEASY.
• Their album 5-STAR became the best-selling K-pop album of 2023.
• Stray Kids have multiple songs with over 100 million streams on Spotify.
• They are known as the “self-producing idols” due to their heavy involvement in songwriting and production.

Stray Kids – Social Media Accounts

List of official social media accounts of Stray Kids to stay updated on their latest news and activities.

• Official Website: straykids.jype.com
• Twitter (Official): @Stray_Kids
• Twitter (Members): @Stray_Kids_JP (Japan)
• Instagram: @realstraykids
• YouTube: (youtube . com/c/StrayKids)
• TikTok: @jypestraykids
• Facebook: (facebook . com/JYPEStrayKids)
• V LIVE (Archived): (vlive . tv/channel/CE62F1)

Check their official social media accounts to get info about their latest activities, music, and events!