Stray Kids, a powerhouse in the K-pop world, has an origin story that’s as unique as their amazing music. The group was born out of a fierce survival show in 2017 that was titled Stray Kids. Here, the original lineup battled it out in the high-stakes world of Korean pop. It was a trial by fire, but what came out of it was a team loaded with energy, talent, and a distinct style that immediately set them apart.

Over the years, they’ve grown from ambitious trainees to global icons with a fanbase that doesn’t just support them—it lives for them. This passionate fandom, called “Stay,” has been right beside them through every leap, win, and turning point.

The current lineup features eight members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. Originally, there were nine, but Woojin stepped away from the group in 2019 for personal reasons.