Stray Kids

Tier S

Group debuted 2018 under JYP.

Stray Kids group photo

스트레이 키즈

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC)

Type
Group
Agency
JYP
Tier
S — Mega global
Gender
Male
Debut
2018
Fandom
STAY
Status
Active
All Tier S7 albums8 members

About Stray Kids

Overview

Stray Kids (스트레이 키즈) is a boy K-pop group that debuted in 2018 under JYP, and is 8 years into their career. The lineup is composed of 8 members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. The official fandom is named STAY, a name fans use across social media, fan-meets, and concert venues.

On kpopdropz's tier framework, Stray Kids is rated Tier S — Mega global — a tier that represents the highest level of mainstream visibility, chart performance, and global fan engagement. Across our discography database, Stray Kids is tracked across 7 releases (1 digital single, 4 mini albums, 1 single album, and 1 studio album), spanning the act's release history through to the most recent comeback. Their most recent release indexed here is 별, 빛 (STAY) (Digital Single, released 2026-03-25), fronted by the title track "별, 빛 (STAY)".

Members8

Stray Kids is composed of 8 members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. Position assignments include Bang Chan (Leader · Main Vocal · Producer (3RACHA)), Lee Know (Main Dancer · Vocalist), Changbin (Main Rapper · Producer (3RACHA)), Hyunjin (Main Dancer · Lead Rapper · Visual), Han (Lead Rapper · Main Vocal · Producer (3RACHA)), Felix (Lead Dancer · Sub Rapper), Seungmin (Main Vocalist), and I.N (Vocalist · Maknae). The lineup spans birth years 1997–2001, with Bang Chan as the eldest and I.N as the maknae.

Discography7

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Stray Kids's release history indexed on kpopdropz spans from ★★★★★ (5-STAR) (Studio Album, 2023-06-02) through to 별, 빛 (STAY) (Digital Single, 2026-03-25) — a 3-year arc covering 7 projects. Their most prolific year on record is 2024, with 3 releases indexed.

Gallery27

Press shots, album visuals, and video stills

📷 Press & live

Public domain & CC images via Wikimedia Commons

💿 Album visuals

6 releases

🎬 Video stills

7 videos · YouTube thumbnails

Latest videos7

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📅 Upcoming events1

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Latest news4

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  • 2026-06-16

    June Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

    The Korean Business Research Institute has released June's brand reputation rankings for idol groups based on consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness. BTS continues to lead the rankings. Data was collected from May 17 to June 17.

    Soompi
  • 2026-05-19

    Stray Kids' "Walkin On Water" Becomes Their 19th Group MV To Reach 100 Million Views

    Stray Kids' "Walkin On Water" music video surpassed 100 million views on May 19, 2026 at approximately 5 p.m. KST. The music video was released on December 13, 2024, taking about one year, five months, and six days to reach the milestone. This marks the group's 19th music video to achieve 100 million views.

    Soompi
  • 2026-05-17

    ILLIT, TXT, BTS, ENHYPEN, Stray Kids, NewJeans Top Billboard World Albums Chart

    Billboard's World Albums chart for the week ending May 16 saw ILLIT's mini album "MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" debut at No. 1, marking the group's first album to enter the Billboard 200 top 50. TXT, CORTIS, TWS, BTS, ENHYPEN, Stray Kids, and NewJeans also occupied top positions on the chart.

    Soompi
  • 2026-05-10

    TXT, BTS, ENHYPEN, CORTIS, NewJeans, Stray Kids, and ATEEZ Dominate Billboard World Albums Chart

    Billboard's World Albums chart for the week ending May 9 was swept by K-pop groups. TXT's mini album '7TH YEAR: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns' held the No. 1 position for its second consecutive week and also charted at No. 98 on the Billboard 200. Multiple other major groups including BTS, ENHYPEN, CORTIS, NewJeans, Stray Kids, and ATEEZ also secured top positions on the chart.

    Soompi

Where to buy Stray Kids photocards & merch

Buying guide

For collectors, Stray Kids photocards and merchandise are distributed across four channels that matter for resale value and authenticity: (a) standard album versions sold worldwide through Ktown4u, Music Plant, and Weverse Shop, (b) pre-order benefit (POB) cards offered by individual retailers — each shop typically ships a different exclusive card, (c) fansign and lucky-draw cards, which are Korea-only and only obtainable by attending an event or buying through a Korean proxy, and (d) secondary market listings on Mercari, Bunjang (번개장터), and X/Twitter trade communities.

Before buying Stray Kids photocards on the secondary market, treat every listing as a potential reprint until proven otherwise. Reprints are the single biggest risk for new collectors: they look indistinguishable in flat photos but show subtle differences in print texture, edge cut, and back-side ink under good light. Always ask for clear photos of the back, the corner cut, and a held-card video at an angle. For lucky-draw and fansign cards, request the original event proof or known seller history. We cover authentication signals on our verification guides — see the internal links above this section.

Direct from-Korea routes (Ktown4u, Music Plant, Weverse Shop) typically ship within 5–10 business days for Asia and 10–20 days for North America and Europe. Customs duties vary by country: the EU and UK generally charge VAT plus a small handling fee on parcels over the de minimis threshold; the US has higher de minimis tolerances; LATAM markets (Brazil, Mexico) often see longer customs holds. Plan release-week budgets accordingly, and prefer pre-orders over launch-day purchases when shop stock is limited.

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Frequently asked questions about Stray Kids

10 Q&A
When did Stray Kids debut?
Stray Kids debuted in 2018 under JYP.
Who are the members of Stray Kids?
Stray Kids is composed of 8 members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N.
What agency manages Stray Kids?
Stray Kids is managed by JYP.
What is the official fandom name of Stray Kids?
Stray Kids's official fandom is named STAY.
How many albums has Stray Kids released?
Our database currently tracks 7 Stray Kids releases, including 1 digital single, 4 mini albums, 1 single album, and 1 studio album. The catalog is updated as new comebacks are indexed.
What is Stray Kids's most recent album?
The most recent Stray Kids release indexed here is 별, 빛 (STAY) (Digital Single, released 2026-03-25), with title track "별, 빛 (STAY)".
Where can I buy Stray Kids photocards?
Stray Kids photocards are sold through standard album purchases (Ktown4u, Music Plant, Weverse Shop), retailer-exclusive pre-order benefit cards, Korea-only fansign and lucky-draw events, and the secondary market (Mercari, Bunjang). Always verify authenticity before any high-value resale purchase.
Are Stray Kids photocards from Weverse different from Ktown4u versions?
Yes. Each shop typically offers its own exclusive pre-order benefit (POB) photocard or photobook, so the Weverse version, the Ktown4u version, the Music Plant version, and the Korean shop versions are usually different. Collectors who want a complete set buy from multiple shops.
Is Stray Kids currently active?
Yes — Stray Kids is currently active. Track upcoming comebacks and tour dates from this page or our release calendar.
Where can I watch official Stray Kids music videos?
Official Stray Kids music videos are available on the group's verified YouTube channel, with embedded clips and release context curated on this site under the videos section.

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