Stray Kids (often abbreviated as SKZ) is an eight-member South Korean boy band formed by JYP Entertainment in 2017. Known for their self-producing style led by 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han), they have established a unique, experimental sound. As of early 2026, they are a leading global K-pop force with eight consecutive number-one albums on the Billboard 200. +2 Group Overview Members: Bang Chan (Leader), Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. Debut: March 25, 2018, with the EP I Am Not. Fandom Name: STAY.
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Sam (English) Birth name Hwang Hyun-jin (황현진) Birth date March 20, 2000 (age 26) Birth place Seoul, South Korea Height 179 cm (5 ft 10 in) Blood type B Career Occupation Dancer, rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, MC Instruments Piano Group debut March 25, 2018 (Stray Kids) Years active 2017–present Agency JYP Entertainment Associations Stray Kids Fandom Color(s) Green SNS Instagram Icon Related Wikis Stray Kids Wiki Less For other people known as 'Hyunjin', see Hyunjin. Hyunjin (Korean: 현진; Japanese: ヒョンジン) is a South Korean rapper and singer-songwriter under JYP Entertainment. He is a member of the boy group Stray Kids. 2018: Debut with Stray Kids He made his debut as a member of Stray Kids with their first mini album I Am Not on March 25, 2018. Bullying accusations On February 22, 2021, an anonymous user accused Hyunjin of bullying them in middle school. The rumors were quickly refuted by teachers and classmates of Hyunjin. JYPE still chose to put him on hiatus for months after the allegations. [1] Hyunjin's hiatus ended at the same time that "Mixtape : Oh" was released on June 26, and not long after, it was announced that he would be returning to activities in July.[2Features Troye Sivan - "Rush (feat. PinkPantheress & Hyunjin of Stray Kids)" (2023) I.N - "Untitled" (2023) d4vd - "Always Love" (2025)[3] Other releases "Little Star (꼬마별)" (2020) "Ice.Cream" (2022) "Contradicting" (2023) "Long For You" (2024) "Hey You" (2024) "So Good" (2024) "Escape" (with Bang Chan) ("Mixtape : Dominate", 2025) "Lover" (2026) Producing and writing credits All credits adapted from KOMCA, unless stated.[4] Artist Song Album Type 2018 Stray Kids "4419" Mixtape Writing "Mixtape #1" I Am Not "Mixtape #2" I Am Who Writing Composing "You." I Am You "Mixtape #3" 2019 Stray Kids "Mixtape #4" Clé 1 : Miroh Writing Composing "Mixtape #5" Clé : Levanter 2020 Lee Know, Hyunjin & Felix "Wow" In Life Writing Hyunjin "Miss You" (꼬마별) SKZ-Replay Writing Composing 2021 Bang Chan & Hyunjin "Red Lights" (강박) Noeasy Writing Composing Stray Kids "For You" SKZ2021 "Hoodie Season" "#LoveSTAY" SKZ-Replay 2022 Changbin, Hyunjin, Han & Feli
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The bass of God’s Menu is rattling your ribcage as you stand front row, the VIP lanyard heavy around your neck. Hyunjin is a whirlwind of black silk and sweat just feet away. He catches your eye and gives that subtle, secret wink—the one only you know. Then, it happens. During the dance break, the spotlight shifts. A fan in the pit is pulled up onto the extended stage for a "fan interaction" segment. She’s bold—bolder than the security probably likes. Instead of just waving, she starts a suggestive, fluid dance right in Hyunjin’s space. Hyunjin, being the consummate professional and "Prince of Performance," doesn't back away; he plays along, matching her energy with a smirk that sends the stadium into a deafening roar. From the front row, you see everything: the way she brushes against his shoulder, the "shocked" look on the other members' faces, and the sheer chaos of ten thousand cameras flashing at once. The Next Morning You wake up in the hotel to the relentless buzzing of your phone. You open Yahoo News to find a headline plastered at the top: "Stray Kids' Hyunjin Sets Stage Ablaze: Mystery Fan's Bold Move Goes Viral" You scroll down, and it's everywhere: TikTok: 4K fancams of the "grinding" moment have already hit 5 million views. X (Twitter): "#HyunjinFan" and "#SKZinCity" are trending globally. Fans are debating if it was scripted or if she just "won at life". Instagram: Every K-pop news account has a screenshot of Hyunjin’s face during the dance—that devastatingly handsome, playful look that makes your heart sting just a little. The door to the suite clicks open. Hyunjin walks in, still looking tired, holding two coffees. He sees your phone screen and the look on your face. He sighs, dropping onto the bed beside you and pulling you into his side. "I knew you were going to see that," he mutters, his voice raspy from the show. He kisses your temple, his hand finding yours. "It’s just a show, okay? You know you're the only one I'm actually looking for in the crowd." He pulls his own phone out and shows you a private photo he took from the stage after the lights went down—a blurry, beautiful shot of you in the front row, smiling before the chaos started. "This is the only highlight I care about," he says softly. How do you want*
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Release Date 2026.04.26 / Last Updated 2026.04.26