The Hottest Summer Starts With STAYC
STAYC is officially locking down their title as K-pop’s reigning summer queens. On June 23 at 6 PM KST, the six-member girl group—Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, and J—served up a fizzy burst of sunshine with their new special single, ‘I WANT IT’. Packed with bold synths and upbeat energy, it’s everything a perfect summer anthem should be.
Cool Attitude, Hot Sound
Carrying the album’s motto—“cool in attitude, hot in sound”—’I WANT IT’ is a vibrant EDM pop track that pulses with rhythmic intensity and slick electronic flourishes. The title track emits serious festival vibes, with its hypnotic chorus—“Good thing’s we ok”—uttering a message of bold self-acceptance. STAYC captures that effortlessly chill confidence fans have grown to love: owning imperfections and thriving in the moment.
More Than Just One Bop
But STAYC didn’t stop at just one song. The single also features several atmospheric tracks that explore different tones of summer:
- ‘BOY’: A dreamy mid-tempo urban pop track blending 808 bass and synths, evoking the fresh excitement of new emotions.
- ‘Honestly’ (Korean title: 반칙): Written in part by member Sieun, this retro-flavored track gets playful with love’s unfair rules—capturing STAYC’s clever emotional storytelling.
Even better? Famed lyricist Kim Eana joins the album’s highlight medley with a radio-style narration that deepens each track’s emotional resonance. It’s like a mini storybook of summer moments—aurally cinematic and surprisingly touching.
Fans Already Vibing
The music video dropped on June 21 and is already turning heads. With dazzling visuals of the girls soaking up the sun and serving festival-ready choreo, it’s a full-course summer vibe. One YouTube commenter summed it up: “This isn’t just a song—it’s a mood.”
Global STAYC, Activated
‘I WANT IT’ also marks a key point in STAYC’s global journey. Coming hot off their successful first world tour, ‘TEENFRESH’, and riding the energy of their current ‘STAY TUNED’ tour, this comeback bridges their growing global reach—next stops: North America, Taipei, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Summer Queens, Crown Secured
From their unmistakable pop sensibility to their confident charisma, STAYC keeps leveling up. With ‘I WANT IT’, they’re claiming their summer throne and proving that they’re one of Gen-Z K-pop’s most exciting forces.
The single is available now on all major streaming platforms. Get ready to blast it on repeat—and maybe turn your living room into a mini summer fest.
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