One Last Gift to Fans Before Going Silent
SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi clearly isn’t the type to leave quietly. Just a day before enlisting for his mandatory military service, he surprised fans by dropping a solo track titled “TAKE A SHOT” on September 16 at 6 PM KST. The release came via all major streaming platforms, giving fans one final adrenaline rush before his hiatus.
“TAKE A SHOT”: Raw, Rugged, and All Hoshi
Forget the polished pop most associate with SEVENTEEN—this one’s gritty. Hoshi’s new track rides hard on a rage-genre-inspired hip-hop beat, layered with sharp synths and bold guitar riffs. It’s his voice, though—raw, powerful, and unapologetically intense—that drives the track home.
He also took part in writing the lyrics, channeling ten years of experience, energy, and dreams into every line. It’s loud, fiery, and a little chaotic—in other words, peak Hoshi.
“Don’t Worry, We’ll Crush It”: Farewell Through Weverse
The night before enlistment, Hoshi chatted live with CARATs (SEVENTEEN’s fanbase) via Weverse, leaving behind a heartfelt message. “Tomorrow I start my service. I’ll go cheerfully,” he said, assuring fans that both he and fellow member Woozi—who entered basic training just one day before—were ready to face military life head-on. “Don’t worry too much. We’re going to be just fine.”
Showing off his freshly shaved head, Hoshi joked about feeling the reality sink in but seemed calm. “I tried my hardest so our CARATs wouldn’t get bored while I’m away,” he added, teasing that he’s lined up enough content to stay on our screens even while he’s off the grid. Bonus? He filmed a music video for “TAKE A SHOT” that’s currently in post-production.
Extended Training Thanks to Chuseok
In what he called a “TMI moment,” Hoshi also shared that because Korea’s autumn holiday Chuseok overlaps with his enlistment period, his basic training has been extended from the usual 5 weeks to 7. Think of Chuseok as Korea’s version of Thanksgiving—it’s a big deal, and apparently, it adds two more weeks to Hoshi’s boot camp schedule.
From Unit BSS to Going Solo
Before heading off, Hoshi put in serious work. In 2023 alone, he’s been unstoppable—first with the BSS unit’s second single “TELEPARTY,” then teaming up with Woozi for their first duo single “BEAM.” He also featured on SEVENTEEN’s 5th full album “HAPPY BURSTDAY”, which included his solo song “Damage” (featuring none other than Timbaland).
That doesn’t even count his previous solo work like 2021’s mixtape “Spider” or YouTube releases like “Tiger (feat. Tiger JK)” and “I Want You Back.” Let’s just say: Hoshi didn’t coast into the military—he sprinted.
SEVENTEEN’s Military Line Grows
Hoshi is now the fourth member of SEVENTEEN to enlist, following Jeonghan, Wonwoo, and Woozi. With the group slowly rotating through military duty, fans can expect staggered returns—and likely, more surprise drops like this along the way.
What’s Next for Hoshi—and CARATs
“TAKE A SHOT” might be Hoshi’s loudest mic drop yet, but it also signals something bigger: a fearless start to his solo chapter. It’s not just a goodbye—it’s a bold hello to what’s coming next.
So while he marches into army life, we’ll be hitting repeat and counting down the weeks. After all, this tiger never really sleeps.
