STAYC’s Sizzling Comeback
K-pop girl group STAYC (Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, J) came back with a bang last month, dropping their special single ‘I WANT IT’ and lighting up major music shows like Mnet’s M Countdown, KBS2’s Music Bank, MBC’s Show! Music Core, and SBS’s Inkigayo.
Retro Bops + Modern Confidence
The title track ‘I WANT IT’ is a fizzy mix of synth-pop and addictive rhythms—think Y2K pop with a 2024 glow-up. True to STAYC style, it’s more than just catchy: the song boldly embraces imperfection and radiates healthy self-confidence. A perfect sonic splash for summer days (and TikTok nights).
The Antidote to Boring Choreo
Onstage, STAYC nailed the performance with bouncy vocals, dynamic hip-swaying moves, and a now-iconic signature move dubbed the ‘hip dance’. That confident swagger? It’s giving main character energy and fans can’t get enough. Their stylings—playful touches like frills and scarves—only cranked up the charm.
STAYC’s Challenge Explosion
Never underestimate the power of a good TikTok dance challenge. STAYC’s hip-swinging choreography took over social media, with everyone from Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho to TXT’s Huening Kai and IVE’s Rei hopping on the trend. Even OG legend Park Nam-jung and indie sweethearts like 10CM joined the fun.
Meanwhile, the vocal challenge side of things showcased the song’s versatility, with HYNN, BEN, MINNIE of (G)I-DLE, and others lending their unique voices to the track. If the goal was ‘viral,’ mission accomplished.
Not Just On Stage—STAYC’s Summer Everywhere
Offstage, STAYC spread their summer spirit far and wide. From guesting on comedy show Gag Concert to filming refreshing web content like mini PINGGY-GO, throwing first pitches at baseball games, and even turning up at water parks for live shows — they’re not just owning the summer, they are the summer.
Where to Next?
With ‘I WANT IT’ promotions wrapped, STAYC is keeping the streak going with a global tour that’ll hit Hong Kong, Singapore, Taipei, and North America. Get ready to catch that summer energy live and loud where you are.
Looks like STAYC’s confident, cool-girl energy isn’t going anywhere. In fact, it might just be the soundtrack of your summer.
