EXO (엑소) is a large boy group that debuted in April 2012 with the single "Mama" under SM Entertainment — one of the groups that represented K-pop in the 2010s.
🎤 EXO Profile
| Name | EXO (엑소) |
| Debut | April 2012 |
| Agency | SM Entertainment |
| Members | Suho (leader), Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun (active). Xiumin, Lay, Baekhyun and Chen are described as currently on hiatus from group activities |
| Genre | Dance-pop |
| Signature songs | "Mama" (2012) / "Wolf" (2013) / "Growl" (2013) / "Call Me Baby" (2015) / "Love Me Right" (2015) / "Monster" (2016) / "Ko Ko Bop" (2017) / "Power" (2017) / "Love Shot" (2018) |
📖 About EXO
EXO debuted in April 2012 with "Mama." It was distinctive for being introduced as two groups, Korean and Chinese.
The 2013 album "XOXO" sold more than a million copies, and the group has many hits such as "Growl," "Call Me Baby" and "Ko Ko Bop."
🕰 Timeline
- April 2012: Debut with "Mama"; best new artist at the Mnet Asian Music Awards
- 2013: First album "XOXO" passes one million copies
- 2014: EP "Overdose"; Kris and Luhan begin a lawsuit against SM
- 2015: Second album "Exodus"; Japan debut; first dome concert in Korea
- July 2016: Kris and Luhan leave
- 2016: Unit "EXO-CBX" formed
- 2018: Performs at the PyeongChang Olympics closing ceremony; Tao officially leaves (March)
- 2019: Unit "EXO-SC" formed
- 2023: 7th album "Exist" (the best-selling album in Korea)
- January 19, 2026: 8th album "Reverxe" (with only some members participating)
🔥 Recent Activity (2025–2026)
On January 19, 2026, EXO released its 8th album "Reverxe," described as featuring only some of the members. A new song, "Crown," was also released in 2026.
Xiumin, Baekhyun and Chen are described on English Wikipedia as being on hiatus from group activities because of legal matters. Please check official announcements for the latest status.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did EXO debut?
In April 2012, under SM Entertainment.
Who are the members of EXO?
Active: Suho (leader), Chanyeol, D.O., Kai and Sehun. Xiumin, Lay, Baekhyun and Chen are described as on hiatus from group activities.
What are EXO's most famous songs?
"Mama" (2012), "Wolf" and "Growl" (2013), "Call Me Baby" and "Love Me Right" (2015), "Monster" (2016), "Ko Ko Bop" and "Power" (2017) and "Love Shot" (2018).
What was EXO's best-selling album?
"XOXO" (2013) passed one million copies, and the 2023 album "Exist" is described as the best-selling album in Korea.
What has EXO been doing recently?
It released its 8th album "Reverxe" on January 19, 2026 (with only some members participating) and a new song, "Crown."
Based on public information as of October 2026. Debut dates and activity periods may differ between sources; some items are press reports — please check official announcements.