8 Years. 8 Members. Unlimited Impact.
On March 25, 2018, eight young artists stepped onto the stage at Jangchung Stadium in Seoul and introduced themselves with a track called "District 9." That debut showcase — titled "Stray Kids Unveil: Op. 01: I Am Not" — was a statement of intent: raw, self-produced, and unapologetically different.
Now, eight years later, Stray Kids aren't just different. They're record-breakers. Stadium headliners. Billboard chart-toppers. And on March 25, 2026, the entire STAY fandom comes together to celebrate everything this group has achieved.
The Members Who Make It Happen
Stray Kids' power lies in the unique strengths each member brings to the table:
- Bang Chan — Leader, producer, and the heartbeat of 3RACHA. He builds the sonic foundation of everything SKZ creates.
- Lee Know — Main dancer whose precision and charisma command every stage
- Changbin — Rapper and producer in 3RACHA, known for razor-sharp flow and raw energy
- Hyunjin — Main dancer and visual who turns every performance into art
- Han — Rapper, vocalist, and 3RACHA's versatile genius — writes, produces, and delivers
- Felix — Dancer and rapper with the most iconic deep voice in K-Pop and sunshine personality to match
- Seungmin — Main vocalist whose clear, powerful tone anchors the group's harmonies
- I.N — The youngest, whose vocals and growth over 8 years have been nothing short of incredible
With the 3RACHA production unit (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han) at the helm, Stray Kids have written and produced the majority of their own music since before they even debuted — a rarity that gives their discography an authenticity fans can feel.
A Timeline of Record-Breaking Milestones
2018-2019: The Foundation
Debut with I Am Not and the "I Am" trilogy established their identity. "District 9" set the record for most views by a K-pop group debut MV in its first 24 hours. The STAY fandom was officially named on August 1, 2018.
2020-2021: The Breakthrough
"God's Menu" changed everything. The track from Go Live became a global hit with 500M+ YouTube views, and "Thunderous" from NOEASY cemented SKZ as a top-tier act.
2022-2023: Billboard Domination
Stray Kids became the first artist in Billboard 200 history to debut at No. 1 with their first seven consecutive charting projects. Albums like ODDINARY, MAXIDENT, 5-STAR, and ROCK-STAR each debuted at the top. "MANIAC" earned RIAA Gold certification.
2024-2025: Stadium Era
The dominATE world tour was truly historic:
- 54 shows across 34 cities on 5 continents
- 27 stadium shows — including first-ever K-pop headlining in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Madrid
- ~2.15 million tickets sold at ~99.99% sell-through rate
- ~$260 million gross revenue — the largest K-pop concert tour to date
Their 4th studio album KARMA and special tape SKZ IT TAPE 'DO IT' brought their consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1 streak to eight albums.
2026: The Next Chapter
The STEP OUT 2026 roadmap promises a new album, a 50+ city world tour, and the 6th fanmeeting "STAY in Our Little House." Eight years in, and Stray Kids are only accelerating.
What STAY Means — And Why It Matters
"You make Stray Kids STAY." — The fandom name comes from removing the "r" (for "reason") from "Stray." Fans are the reason the group keeps going. A place where people who are "stray" can feel safe and grounded.
The STAY fandom isn't just massive — it's one of the most dedicated and creative communities in K-Pop. From fan projects and charity drives to trending campaigns and global support during every comeback, STAYs show up every single time.
Celebrate 8 Years With Fan Merch
Eight years of Stray Kids deserves to be worn proudly. Whether you've been a day-one STAY since "District 9" or discovered them through "God's Menu," "MANIAC," or their stadium tours — rep your fandom with premium K-Pop fan tees that match the energy of the group you love.
Here's to 8 incredible years. Here's to the music, the performances, the records, and most importantly — the bond between Stray Kids and STAY. You make Stray Kids stay. 🖤