Stray Kids (스트레이 키즈) is an eight-member boy group from JYP Entertainment that debuted in March 2018 out of an Mnet survival show. Three members — Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, known as "3RACHA" — write and produce most of their songs. Stray Kids won the male group popularity award at AAA 2026. Here are the members, history and latest activity.
🎤 Stray Kids Profile
| Group name | Stray Kids (스트레이 키즈) |
| Debut | March 2018 |
| Agency | JYP Entertainment |
| Members | Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, I.N (8 members). Former member: Woojin (left in 2019) |
| Genre | Hip-hop / EDM |
| Signature songs | "District 9" (2018), "Miroh" (2019), "God's Menu" (2020), "Back Door" (2020), "Thunderous" (2021), "Maniac" (2022), "S-Class" (2023), "Chk Chk Boom" (2024) |
📖 About Stray Kids
Stray Kids debuted in March 2018 from the Mnet survival show Stray Kids under JYP Entertainment. Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, known as the production team "3RACHA", write most of the songs.
With intense hip-hop and EDM sound on songs such as "God's Menu", "Maniac" and "S-Class", the group has won global popularity, and their albums have topped the U.S. Billboard 200 multiple times.
🕰 Timeline
- March 2018: Debut with "District 9"
- 2019: Woojin leaves; the group continues as eight members
- 2020: "God's Menu" becomes a hit
- 2022: Global popularity grows with "Maniac" and more
- 2023: Release of "S-Class"
- November 2025: Release of SKZ IT TAPE "DO IT"
- August 2026: Release of the mini-album THIS & THAT
🔥 Recent Activity (2025–2026)
On June 24, 2026, the group released the digital single "RUN IT". On August 7, 2026 they released the mini-album THIS & THAT, about nine months after SKZ IT TAPE "DO IT" (November 2025). The songs were reportedly written by 3RACHA.
A world tour, "RUN IT", and a sixth fan meeting have also been announced. Please check JYP Entertainment's official announcements for the latest schedule.
🏆 AAA 2026 and Year-End Events
Stray Kids won the male-group popularity award at AAA 2026 — see our AAA 2026 guide. For the year-end events, see our K-pop awards 2026 schedule and Music Bank Global Festival in Japan (Dec 13). Stray Kids also appear on Day 2 of the Music Bank lineup. JYP labelmate NMIXX is covered in our NMIXX guide.
✨ Highlights
- Members write most of their own songs
- Multiple No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200
- A single and a mini-album in 2026
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Stray Kids debut?
In March 2018, under JYP Entertainment.
Who are the members of Stray Kids?
Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin and I.N — eight members. Woojin left in 2019.
What are Stray Kids' most famous songs?
"God's Menu" (2020), "Maniac" (2022), "S-Class" (2023) and "Chk Chk Boom" (2024), among others.
What is 3RACHA?
The production team of Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, who write most of the group's songs.
What has Stray Kids released in 2026?
The digital single "RUN IT" (June 24) and the mini-album THIS & THAT (August 7).
Did Stray Kids win an award at AAA 2026?
Yes — the male-group popularity award.
Based on public information as of November 2026. Debut dates and activity periods may differ between sources, and some details are from press reports, so please check official announcements.