NewJeans - NewJeans [Weverse Album Ver]
CONTENTS
1 QR Card (Random out of 3 types)
1 Lyrics (28 pages)
1 Photo Card Set
TRACK LIST
1. Attention2. Hype Boy3. Cookie4. Hurt
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NewJeans - OMG [Weverse Album Ver]
CONTENTS :
- Out Box : 58 x 89 x 11mm- Lyrics : 28Pages- Photocard : Random 1 out of 3(10EA)- QR Card : Random 1 out of 3
The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.) The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank K.
**All items will be shipped out within 5~10 business days once the order has been processed.
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled nor refunded once they are processed.
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Stray Kids I Am NOT [1st Mini Album / Debut] — I Am Ver. & Not Ver.
STAYs, THIS IS WHERE IT ALL BEGAN. 🔥 I Am NOT dropped on March 26, 2018 as Stray Kids' official debut album — and they came out SWINGING. "District 9" introduced the world to their signature hybrid sound mixing hip-hop, rock, and EDM, and the K-pop industry has never been the same since.
Two versions to choose from: I Am Ver. (blue) and Not Ver. (red) — featuring a massive 124-page photobook and THREE different photocard sets (childhood, unit, AND selfie versions!). This was back when Billboard named Stray Kids #1 on their "Top 5 New K-Pop Artists to Watch in 2018" list. They really said "we are NOT like everyone else" and proceeded to prove it. 💪
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Album Description:
I Am NOT is Stray Kids' 1st mini album and official debut, released on March 26, 2018 under JYP Entertainment. The group held their debut showcase "Stray Kids Unveil (Op. 01: I Am NOT)" at Jangchung Arena on March 25, 2018. This album marks the beginning of the "I Am" series, which explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
Every single song on this album is SELF-COMPOSED. All 8 tracks were written and produced by the members themselves, with 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han) leading production. This was unprecedented for a debut album and immediately set Stray Kids apart as a "self-producing" idol group.
The title track "District 9" represents Stray Kids' own musical hideout — a place where they break free from stereotypes and standardized frames to build their own unique world. The hybrid genre combines hip-hop, rock, and EDM with frenetic bass, sirens, aggressive raps, and powerful performances. The message? They're NOT going to fit into the existing system.
Before debut, Stray Kids were already making waves: their pre-debut album "Mixtape" (January 2018) hit #1 on iTunes in 4 countries (Finland, Norway, Sweden, Philippines), and Billboard ranked them #1 on their "Top 5 New K-Pop Artists to Watch in 2018" list. The debut album peaked at #4 on the Gaon Chart and #5 on the Billboard World Albums Chart, selling over 54,000 copies in its first month.
Fun fact: The group was formed through the 2017 Mnet reality show "Stray Kids," where leader Bang Chan personally selected each member — unusual in K-pop where agencies typically make those decisions!
CONTENTS FOR ALBUM:
Cover (180mm × 255mm) — 2 Types (I Am Ver. / Not Ver.)
Photobook (124 pages) — 2 Types (version specific)
CD-R (—) — 2 Types (I Am Ver. / Not Ver.)
Photocard (Childhood Ver.) (—) — Random 1 of 9
Photocard (Unit Ver.) (—) — Random 1 of 21
Photocard (Selfie Ver.) (—) — Random 1 of 9
TRACKLIST:
01. NOT!
02. District 9
03. Mirror
04. Awaken
05. Rock (돌)
06. 잘 하고 있어
07. 3rd Eye
08. Mixtape #1
SHIPPING & CHART INFO
✅ Ships from USA — Fast shipping from our Denver, Colorado warehouse. No customs fees for US customers.
✅ Chart Eligible — Counts toward Hanteo Chart, Circle Chart (formerly Gaon), and Billboard charts.
✅ Debut Album — The album that started it all!
✅ Kpop Exchange Freebies — We always include goodies for STAYs.
✅ Official Album — Authentic JYP Entertainment release, factory sealed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled nor refunded once they are processed. By ordering this product, all SALES ARE FINAL. We will not be liable for any missing item in this album as inclusions are determined by the manufacturer.
⚠️ Pre-Order Benefit items (Poster, Post Card Book) were limited to initial release quantities in March 2018 and may not be included in current printings.
⚠️ This album was released during Stray Kids' 9-member era. Photocard designs reflect the original debut lineup.
📦 Orders containing pre-order items will be held until all items are released and available to ship together.
🎁 Kpop Exchange freebies included with your order!
The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.)The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank K.
Shipping:
* Every order comes with a tracking number* Shipped from Denver, Colorado, USA
**All items will be shipped out within 3~7 business days once the order has been processed.
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be canceled nor refunded once they are processed.
Q&A — STRAY KIDS I AM NOT
Q: What is Stray Kids I Am NOT? A: I Am NOT is Stray Kids' 1st mini album and official debut, released on March 26, 2018 under JYP Entertainment. It features 8 tracks including title track "District 9" — ALL self-composed by the members. The album comes in I Am Ver. (blue) and Not Ver. (red).
Q: Is I Am NOT Stray Kids' debut album? A: Yes! I Am NOT is Stray Kids' official debut album. They held their debut showcase "Stray Kids Unveil (Op. 01: I Am NOT)" at Jangchung Arena on March 25, 2018, and released the album on March 26, 2018. Prior to this, they released a pre-debut album called "Mixtape" in January 2018.
Q: What does I Am NOT mean? A: "I Am NOT" represents Stray Kids questioning their identity and rejecting expectations placed on them. It's the first chapter in their "I Am" trilogy (I Am NOT → I Am WHO → I Am YOU) that explores themes of identity and self-discovery. The message is: "I am NOT what you expect me to be."
Q: What's the difference between I Am Version and Not Version? A: The two versions differ in color scheme and photobook content. I Am Ver. features blue-toned aesthetics, while Not Ver. has red-toned design. Both versions contain the same music and share the same photocard pools across all three categories.
Q: How many photocards are in Stray Kids I Am NOT? A: Each I Am NOT album includes 3 photocards from different categories: 1 Childhood Ver. (out of 9), 1 Unit Ver. (out of 21), and 1 Selfie Ver. (out of 9). That's 39 total designs across all categories, with 3 cards per album.
Q: What's included in Stray Kids I Am NOT? A: Each album includes: 124-page photobook (180mm × 255mm), CD-R, 1 random childhood photocard (out of 9), 1 random unit photocard (out of 21), and 1 random selfie photocard (out of 9). Pre-order editions also included poster and post card book.
Q: What songs are on Stray Kids I Am NOT? A: I Am NOT contains 8 tracks: "NOT!" (intro), "District 9" (title track), "Mirror," "Awaken," "Rock (돌)," "잘 하고 있어 (Grow Up)," "3rd Eye," and "Mixtape #1" (CD-only bonus). ALL tracks are self-composed by Stray Kids!
Q: When did Stray Kids debut? A: Stray Kids officially debuted on March 25, 2018 with their debut showcase, followed by the album release on March 26, 2018. The debut single "District 9" introduced their signature hybrid sound mixing hip-hop, rock, and EDM.
Q: What is District 9 about? A: "District 9" represents Stray Kids' own musical hideout — a special zone where they break free from stereotypes and build their own world. The song's message about breaking the existing system and forging your own path perfectly matches the group name "Stray Kids."
Q: Did Stray Kids write all their songs on I Am NOT? A: Yes! All 8 tracks on I Am NOT are self-composed by Stray Kids members, primarily by their production unit 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han). This was unprecedented for a K-pop debut album and established Stray Kids as a "self-producing" idol group.
Q: Where can I buy Stray Kids I Am NOT in the USA? A: Kpop Exchange ships Stray Kids I Am NOT from our Denver, Colorado warehouse with fast domestic shipping and no customs fees for US customers. Choose I Am Ver. (blue) or Not Ver. (red), or get both!
Q: Does Stray Kids I Am NOT count for charts? A: Yes! Stray Kids I Am NOT is eligible for Hanteo Chart, Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart), and Billboard charts. The album peaked at #4 on Gaon and #5 on Billboard World Albums upon release.
Q: What is the I Am series Stray Kids? A: The "I Am" series is Stray Kids' debut trilogy exploring identity: I Am NOT (March 2018), I Am WHO (August 2018), and I Am YOU (October 2018). Each album builds on the theme of self-discovery, from questioning identity to finding it through connection with fans.
Q: Is Stray Kids I Am NOT still available? A: Yes! You can order Stray Kids I Am NOT in I Am Ver. or Not Ver. from Kpop Exchange. Note that pre-order benefits (poster, post card book) were limited to first press and may not be included in current printings.
Q: Which I Am NOT Version should I buy? A: Choose I Am Ver. for cool blue aesthetics, or Not Ver. for bold red vibes. Both versions have the same music and share all 39 photocard designs across 3 categories. With 3 photocards per album, collectors often buy both versions!
Q: What is Mixtape #1 on I Am NOT? A: "Mixtape #1" is a special bonus track available ONLY on the physical CD (not on streaming platforms). It uses the "Placebo Effect" as its theme, with Stray Kids casting a spell saying "you can go up" and conveying a sense of rising with cheerful sounds. Later Mixtapes (#2, #3, #4) were included on subsequent albums.
Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood [1st Special Album] — Clé 2 Ver. & Yellow Wood Ver.
STAYs, this is where Stray Kids chose their path. 🌲 Clé 2: Yellow Wood dropped on June 19, 2019 as their first special album, featuring one of their most experimental title tracks EVER — "Side Effects." The glitchy, psychedelic sound had critics and fans alike saying "what just happened?!" and honestly? That's the point.
Two versions to choose from: Clé 2 Ver. and Yellow Wood Ver. — both featuring that iconic gold and black aesthetic inspired by Robert Frost's famous poem "The Road Not Taken." This album compiles ALL FOUR Mixtape tracks that were previously physical-CD-only bonuses, FINALLY making them available to stream. Plus you get 3 QR photocards out of 45 designs! 📱
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Album Description:
Clé 2: Yellow Wood is Stray Kids' 1st special album, released on June 19, 2019 under JYP Entertainment. The album title references Robert Frost's iconic poem "The Road Not Taken" — which famously begins with "Two roads diverged in a yellow wood." For Stray Kids, "Yellow Wood" represents a new place they've chosen to enter, following the world-building from Clé 1: Miroh.
The title track "Side Effects" (부작용) is pure organized chaos. The disorienting song structure, psychedelic instrumental, and that iconic monotone voice listing "common side effects" like a prescription drug ad — it all comes together to portray the confusion and "side effects" of pursuing your dreams. As Changbin explained, the song is about young people getting confused when resources don't come right away, questioning if they're on the right path.
This special album features 3 brand new songs plus ALL FOUR Mixtape tracks (#1-4) that were previously ONLY available on the physical CDs of their four previous mini albums. STAYs had been requesting these tracks on streaming platforms for ages, and Clé 2: Yellow Wood finally delivered!
Important note: This is the last Stray Kids release to feature former member Woojin, who departed the group in October 2019. The songs were re-recorded as 8-member versions for the SKZ2020 compilation.
ALBUM INCLUSIONS
Each Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood album includes:
Photobook (180mm × 255mm) — 2 Types (version specific)
Special Page (—) — Random 1 of 9
CD-R (—) — 2 Types (version specific)
QR Photocard (55mm × 85mm) — Random 3 of 45
TRACKLIST
밟힌 적 없는 길 (Road Not Taken) — Intro; the path never walked before
부작용 (Side Effects) — Title track; psychedelic chaos 💊
별생각 (TMT) — "Thoughts"; more relaxed approach
Mixtape #1 — Originally from I Am NOT (1st Mini Album)
Mixtape #2 — Originally from I Am WHO (2nd Mini Album)
Mixtape #3 — Originally from I Am YOU (3rd Mini Album)
Mixtape #4 — Originally from Clé 1: Miroh (4th Mini Album)
SHIPPING & CHART INFO
✅ Ships from USA — Fast shipping from our Denver, Colorado warehouse. No customs fees for US customers.
✅ Chart Eligible — Counts toward Hanteo Chart and Gaon Chart (now Circle Chart).
✅ Clé Series Album — Part of the iconic Clé trilogy!
✅ Kpop Exchange Freebies — We always include goodies for STAYs.
✅ Official Album — Authentic JYP Entertainment release, factory sealed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled nor refunded once they are processed. By ordering this product, all SALES ARE FINAL. We will not be liable for any missing item in this album as inclusions are determined by the manufacturer.
⚠️ Pre-Order Benefit items (Yellow Wood Card, Poster, Photo) were limited to initial release quantities in June 2019 and may not be included in current printings.
⚠️ This album was released during Stray Kids' 9-member era. Photocard designs reflect the original release lineup.
📦 Orders containing pre-order items will be held until all items are released and available to ship together.
🎁 Kpop Exchange freebies included with your order!
The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.)The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank K.
**All items will be shipped out within 3~7 business days once the order has been processed.
Shipping:
* Every order comes with a tracking number* Shipped from Denver, Colorado, USA
Q&A — STRAY KIDS CLÉ 2: YELLOW WOOD
Q: What is Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: Clé 2: Yellow Wood is Stray Kids' 1st special album, released on June 19, 2019 under JYP Entertainment. It features 7 tracks including title track "Side Effects" and all 4 Mixtape songs that were previously only available on physical CDs. The album comes in Clé 2 Ver. and Yellow Wood Ver.
Q: What does Yellow Wood mean in Stray Kids' album? A: "Yellow Wood" references Robert Frost's famous poem "The Road Not Taken," which begins with "Two roads diverged in a yellow wood." For Stray Kids, it represents a new place they've chosen to enter — a path they've actively selected, following the world-building from Clé 1: Miroh. The concept explores the "side effects" of every choice we make.
Q: What is Side Effects about Stray Kids? A: "Side Effects" (부작용) is about the confusion and doubts that come with pursuing your dreams. The song addresses young people who get worried when resources don't come right away and question if they're on the right path. The disorienting, psychedelic song structure mirrors the mental chaos of these "side effects." It was praised for its experimental approach and groundbreaking sound.
Q: What's the difference between Clé 2 Version and Yellow Wood Version? A: The two versions differ in photobook content and package design. Clé 2 Ver. features black packaging with gold accents, while Yellow Wood Ver. has gold/yellow packaging with black accents. Both versions contain the same music and share the same QR photocard pool of 45 designs.
Q: How many photocards are in Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: Each Clé 2: Yellow Wood album includes 3 random QR photocards out of 45 total designs (55mm × 85mm). Scan the QR codes for hidden digital content! The designs feature all members from the 9-member era.
Q: What's included in Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: Each album includes: photobook (180mm × 255mm), CD-R, 1 random special page (out of 9), and 3 random QR photocards (out of 45). Pre-order/first press editions also included Yellow Wood card (1/9), poster (1/3), and photo (1/9).
Q: What songs are on Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: Clé 2: Yellow Wood contains 7 tracks: "밟힌 적 없는 길 (Road Not Taken)," "부작용 (Side Effects)" (title track), "별생각 (TMT)," "Mixtape #1," "Mixtape #2," "Mixtape #3," and "Mixtape #4." The album features 3 new songs plus all 4 previously physical-only Mixtape tracks.
Q: When was Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood released? A: Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood was released on June 19, 2019, three months after Clé 1: Miroh (March 2019). It's the second album in the Clé trilogy, followed by Clé: LEVANTER in December 2019.
Q: What are QR photocards in Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: QR photocards are special photocards with QR codes that can be scanned to access hidden digital content. Clé 2: Yellow Wood includes 45 different QR photocard designs, and each album contains 3 random cards.
Q: What are the Stray Kids Mixtape songs? A: The Mixtape songs were bonus tracks included only on the physical CDs of Stray Kids' first four mini albums: Mixtape #1 (I Am NOT), Mixtape #2 (I Am WHO), Mixtape #3 (I Am YOU), and Mixtape #4 (Clé 1: Miroh). Clé 2: Yellow Wood was the first album to make all four available on streaming platforms.
Q: Where can I buy Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood in the USA? A: Kpop Exchange ships Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood from our Denver, Colorado warehouse with fast domestic shipping and no customs fees for US customers. Choose Clé 2 Ver. or Yellow Wood Ver., or get both!
Q: Does Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood count for charts? A: Yes! Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood is eligible for Hanteo Chart and Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart). Support Stray Kids by purchasing official albums!
Q: What is the Clé series Stray Kids? A: The Clé (Key) series is a trilogy of Stray Kids albums released in 2019: Clé 1: Miroh (March), Clé 2: Yellow Wood (June), and Clé: LEVANTER (December). Each album represents a key to different stages of their journey, with title tracks "Miroh," "Side Effects," and "Levanter" respectively.
Q: Is Clé 2: Yellow Wood still available? A: Yes! You can order Stray Kids Clé 2: Yellow Wood in Clé 2 Ver. or Yellow Wood Ver. from Kpop Exchange. Note that pre-order benefits (Yellow Wood card, poster, photo) were limited to first press and may not be included in current printings.
Q: Which Clé 2: Yellow Wood Version should I buy? A: Choose Clé 2 Ver. for dark, mysterious black-and-gold aesthetics, or Yellow Wood Ver. for warm, golden path vibes. Both versions have the same music and share the same 45 QR photocard designs. Collectors often buy both for different photobook content and better photocard odds!
Q: What does Road Not Taken mean in Clé 2: Yellow Wood? A: "Road Not Taken" (밟힌 적 없는 길, literally "a path never stepped on") is the intro track referencing Robert Frost's poem. It represents Stray Kids' philosophy of choosing their own unique path in the music industry, even if it comes with risks and "side effects."
Stray Kids - 7th Mini Album Maxident - [CASE Ver.]
LOVE… BUT MAKE IT STRAY KIDS
If you thought Stray Kids would ever do a normal love concept…
Yeah — they didn’t.
MAXIDENT flips romance into:
obsession
chaos
intensity
👉 It’s not soft love — it’s loud, unpredictable, and slightly unhinged
And honestly? That’s exactly why it works.
Release Date
October 7, 2022
WHAT IS “MAXIDENT”?
“MAXIDENT” =👉 Maximum + Accident
It’s the idea that love hits you suddenly, violently, and completely changes your world.
This album captures:
emotional overload
chaotic attraction
vulnerability wrapped in confidence
👉 It’s one of Stray Kids’ most conceptually sharp eras
WHAT IS THE CASE VERSION?
The CASE Ver. is:
✔️ clean✔️ collectible✔️ member-focused
It delivers:
sleek packaging
strong visual identity
high photocard value
👉 It’s the perfect middle ground between:
full album experience
collector-friendly format
WHY MAXIDENT IS A FAN-FAVORITE ERA
Because it hits BOTH sides:
🎧 musically addictive
🎯 visually iconic
It balances:
playful energy
emotional depth
bold experimentation
👉 This is Stray Kids at their most dynamic and unpredictable
CONTENTS FOR ALBUM:
- Paper Case: 150 x 210mm- Photobook: 24p- CD- Lyrics Paper- Photocard: Random 1 out of 8- Unit Mini Folded Poster: Random 1 out of 4- Exclusive Photocard: Random 1 out of 8 / Pre-Order Only
TRACKLIST:
01. CASE 14302. CHILL03. Give Me Your TMI04. Super Board05. 3RACHA 06. Taste 07. Can't Stop 08. Circus (Korean Version)
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The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.)The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank K.
**All items will be shipped out within 5~10 business days once the order has been processed.
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be canceled nor refunded once they are processed.
Shipped from South Korea.
Q: What is the difference between MAXIDENT CASE Version and other versions?
A:The CASE Version is a streamlined, collector-friendly version of the album. It includes all key items like the CD, photobook, and photocards, but comes in a more compact format compared to bulkier album editions.
Q: How many versions are available?
A:There are 8 total versions, each featuring a different Stray Kids member. Collectors often aim to complete all versions.
Q: Are photocards random?
A:Yes. Each album includes:
1 random photocard (out of 8)
plus a pre-order photocard if applicable
Randomization is a core part of K-pop collecting culture.
Q: What is a unit mini folded poster?
A:It’s a folded poster featuring multiple members (unit-based). You’ll receive 1 random design out of 4.
Q: Can I choose my version or member?
A:If not specified, versions are shipped randomly. Some listings allow you to choose your preferred member version.
Q: Is this version good for photocard collectors?
A:Yes — this is one of the best formats for:
photocard pulls
trading
building collections
Q: Is MAXIDENT a good album for new fans?
A:Absolutely. It’s one of the most accessible Stray Kids albums:
catchy
conceptually strong
visually iconic
Q: Will this album go out of print?
A:Most K-pop albums eventually do. When that happens:
prices increase
sealed copies become rare
photocards gain value
Q: Why do fans buy multiple copies?
A:Because:
photocards are random
multiple versions exist
collectors want full sets
It’s part of the fandom experience.
Q: Should I buy now or later?
A:Buy early if possible. Waiting usually means:
limited stock
higher prices
less chance of pulling your bias
Stray Kids MAXIDENT [7th Mini Album] Standard Ver. — T-Crush & Heart
STAYs, welcome to the era where Stray Kids fell in LOVE. 💗 MAXIDENT dropped on October 7, 2022 and introduced something completely new — their first love-themed title track EVER. "Case 143" turned falling in love into an unsolved mystery, and honestly? We're all still infected by those fuzzy heart monsters.
Two Standard versions to choose from: T-Crush Ver. and Heart Ver. — both wrapped in that signature pink aesthetic that had STAYs screaming. 80 pages of photobook, your chance at 24 photocard designs, PLUS face stickers because why not stick your bias's face on everything? This album went TRIPLE MILLION and made Stray Kids the ONLY act to have TWO #1 albums on Billboard 200 in 2022. Maximum incident indeed. 💕
Order your Stray Kids MAXIDENT from Kpop Exchange — shipped from Denver with no customs drama. Let yourself fall into Case 143.
Album Description:
MAXIDENT is Stray Kids' 7th mini album, released on October 7, 2022 under JYP Entertainment and Republic Records. The album title is a portmanteau of "Maximum" and "Incident/Accident" — representing love as a "huge incident" that strikes unexpectedly. For the first time EVER, Stray Kids tackled "love" as their main concept for a title track.
The title track "Case 143" compares the confusion of falling in love to an unsolved case. But why 143? It's a pager code from the late '80s and early '90s: I (1 letter), Love (4 letters), You (3 letters) = 143 = "I love you." The song went viral on TikTok through the #Case143Challenge and the music video has surpassed 200 million YouTube views.
MAXIDENT made history as a TRIPLE MILLION seller — the first album by ANY JYP artist to reach both double-million and triple-million sales marks. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making Stray Kids the ONLY act to have two #1 albums in the US in 2022. The album was ranked #6 on IFPI's Global Album Chart for 2022 and won Album Bonsang at the 37th Golden Disc Awards plus Album of the Year (Q4) at the 12th Circle Chart Music Awards.
The album features three unit songs: "3RACHA" by the producing unit, "TASTE" by the dance line (Lee Know, Hyunjin, Felix), and "나 너 좋아하나봐 (Can't Stop)" by Seungmin and I.N. Plus, the Korean version of "Circus" from their Japanese EP makes its official Korean album debut! 🎪
Fun fact: MAXIDENT was one of the highest pre-sold K-pop albums in history with over 2.24 million units pre-ordered before release! First-week sales hit 1.6 million copies on Circle Chart.
STRAY KIDS MAXIDENT CONTENTS
- 1 PHOTO BOOK (80P)- 1 CD-R- 1 LYRICS PAPER (4P)- 2 PHOTO CARD (RANDOM 2 OUT OF 24)- 1 MINI POSTER (RANDOM 1 OUT OF 8)- 1 FACE STICKER (RANDOM 1 OUT OF 8)** ONLY THE FIRST PRESS VER. STICKER CAN BE REATTACHED. AFTER THAT, THE MATERIAL WILL BE CHANGED TO THE REGULAR STICKER.
TRACKLIST:
01. Case 143.02. 식혀 (Chill)03. Give Me Your TMI.04. Super Board.05. 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han)06. Taste (Lee Know, Hyunjin, Felix)07. 나 너 좋아하나봐 Can't Stop (Seungmin, I.N)08. Circus (Korean Version)
SHIPPING & CHART INFO
✅ Ships from USA — Fast shipping from our Denver, Colorado warehouse. No customs fees for US customers.
✅ Chart Eligible — Counts toward Hanteo Chart and Circle Chart (formerly Gaon).
✅ Triple Million Seller — One of the best-selling K-pop albums ever!
✅ Kpop Exchange Freebies — We always include goodies for STAYs.
✅ Official Album — Authentic JYP Entertainment/Republic Records release, factory sealed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled nor refunded once they are processed. By ordering this product, all SALES ARE FINAL. We will not be liable for any missing item in this album as inclusions are determined by the manufacturer.
⚠️ Pre-Order Benefit items (Photo Pack, Folded Poster) were limited to initial release quantities in October 2022 and may not be included in current printings.
📦 Orders containing pre-order items will be held until all items are released and available to ship together.
🎁 Kpop Exchange freebies included with your order!
The outer case/box is simply for protecting goods. (Damages such as scratches or discoloration on the case/box cannot be compensated.)The sales volume of applied 100% in the charts on Apple, HANTEO, GAON, and Music Bank K.
**All items will be shipped out within 5~10 business days once the order has been processed.
Please check carefully before placing your order. Albums cannot be cancelled or refunded once they are processed.
Shipped from South Korea.Don't forget to check out these too- Stray Kids - No Easy [Standard Version], Stray Kids SKZ SKZOO University Hoodie, Stray Kids Holiday Special Single Christmas Evel Standard Version & Stray Kids Maniac 2023 Tour Hoodie.
Q&A — STRAY KIDS MAXIDENT
Q: What is Stray Kids MAXIDENT? A: Stray Kids MAXIDENT is the group's 7th mini album, released on October 7, 2022 under JYP Entertainment and Republic Records. It features 8 tracks including title track "Case 143" and marks Stray Kids' first love-themed title track. The Standard Version comes in T-Crush Ver. and Heart Ver.
Q: What does MAXIDENT mean? A: MAXIDENT is a portmanteau of "Maximum" and "Incident/Accident," representing love as a "huge incident" that strikes unexpectedly. It's Stray Kids' unique way of framing the overwhelming feeling of falling in love as a case that needs to be solved.
Q: What does Case 143 mean? A: "Case 143" uses the pager code 143 which means "I love you" — I (1 letter), Love (4 letters), You (3 letters). The song treats falling in love like an unsolved case, comparing the confusion of first love to a mystery that needs investigation. It's Stray Kids' first love-themed title track.
Q: What's the difference between MAXIDENT T-Crush Version and Heart Version? A: The two Standard versions differ in photobook concept and design. T-Crush Ver. features purple/pink aesthetics with a bolder vibe, while Heart Ver. has pink romantic design. Both versions contain the same music and share the same photocard pool of 24 designs.
Q: How many photocards are in Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version? A: Each MAXIDENT Standard Version album includes 2 random photocards out of 24 total designs (55mm × 85mm). That's 3 designs per member × 8 members. Both T-Crush and Heart versions share the same photocard pool.
Q: What's included in Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version? A: Each album includes: 80-page photobook (164mm × 225mm × 14mm), CD-R, 4-page lyrics paper (300mm × 210mm), 2 random photocards (out of 24), 1 random mini poster (out of 8), and 1 random face sticker (out of 8). Pre-order/first press editions also included photo pack (1/2) and folded poster (1/2).
Q: What songs are on Stray Kids MAXIDENT? A: MAXIDENT contains 8 tracks: "CASE 143" (title track), "식혀 (Chill)," "Give Me Your TMI," "SUPER BOARD," "3RACHA" (unit song), "TASTE" (unit song), "나 너 좋아하나봐 (Can't Stop)" (unit song), and "Circus (Korean Ver.)."
Q: When was Stray Kids MAXIDENT released? A: Stray Kids MAXIDENT was released on October 7, 2022, seven months after their previous mini album ODDINARY (March 2022). Both albums debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making Stray Kids the only act with two #1 albums in the US in 2022.
Q: Did MAXIDENT reach #1 on Billboard? A: Yes! MAXIDENT debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making Stray Kids the ONLY act to have two #1 albums in the United States in 2022 (after ODDINARY in March). It also topped Billboard's World Albums and Top Album Sales charts.
Q: What are the MAXIDENT unit songs? A: MAXIDENT features three unit songs: "3RACHA" by the producing unit (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han), "TASTE" by the dance line (Lee Know, Hyunjin, Felix), and "나 너 좋아하나봐 (Can't Stop)" by the vocal duo (Seungmin, I.N).
Q: Is MAXIDENT a triple million seller? A: Yes! MAXIDENT was certified Triple Million by KMCA, making it the first album by any JYP Entertainment artist to reach both double-million and triple-million sales marks. It was the #6 best-selling album worldwide in 2022 according to IFPI.
Q: Where can I buy Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version in the USA? A: Kpop Exchange ships Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version from our Denver, Colorado warehouse with fast domestic shipping and no customs fees for US customers. Choose T-Crush Ver. or Heart Ver., or get both!
Q: Does Stray Kids MAXIDENT count for charts? A: Yes! Stray Kids MAXIDENT is eligible for Hanteo Chart, Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart), and Billboard charts. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and has sold over 3 million copies.
Q: What is Circus Korean Version? A: "Circus (Korean Ver.)" is the Korean-language version of the title track from Stray Kids' Japanese EP "Circus" released in June 2022. MAXIDENT marked its official inclusion on a Korean album for the first time.
Q: Is Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version still available? A: Yes! You can order Stray Kids MAXIDENT Standard Version in T-Crush Ver. or Heart Ver. from Kpop Exchange. Note that pre-order benefits (photo pack, folded poster) were limited to first press and may not be included in current printings.
Q: Which MAXIDENT Standard Version should I buy? A: Choose T-Crush Ver. for bold purple/pink aesthetics, or Heart Ver. for soft romantic pink vibes. Both versions have the same music and share the same 24 photocard designs. The Standard versions feature 80-page photobooks — much thicker than the 24-page Case versions — perfect for collectors wanting more content!
ATEEZ – THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT (EP)
"GUERRILLA." ATEEZ declared war on mediocrity. The world listened. The Billboard 200 noticed. ATINY lost their minds. A completely normal comeback.
Released on July 29, 2022, ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT is the first chapter of the WORLD series — and the album that announced, with full-force clarity, that ATEEZ in 2022 were operating at a level that the entire K-pop industry had to sit up and acknowledge. Pre-orders surpassed 1.1 million copies before the album even dropped. First-week physical sales exceeded 930,000 copies. The album debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 — ATEEZ's first top 10 entry on the main chart, and a historic milestone for the group and for fourth-generation K-pop as a whole.
But the numbers, as impressive as they are, are not the point. The point is the music. The point is "GUERRILLA" — the lead single that gave the WORLD era its anthem — and the six tracks surrounding it that build a dystopian sonic world with the kind of conceptual consistency that most groups don't attempt on full albums, let alone EPs.
ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT is available in three versions — A Ver., Z Ver., and Diary Ver. — each with a 72-page photobook, distinct concept photography, and version-specific inclusions. It is the album that opened one of ATEEZ's most celebrated and elaborately constructed creative chapters, and it belongs on every ATINY's shelf.
The WORLD Series — What EP.1 : Movement Opens
ATEEZ's creative output has always been organized around conceptual eras — the Treasure trilogy, the FEVER series — and THE WORLD series is the most ambitious of them all. Built around a dystopian narrative where emotions are controlled, individuality is suppressed, and an underground resistance is rising, the WORLD concept gives ATEEZ a fictional universe as detailed and internally consistent as anything in K-pop's recent history.
Here's how the full WORLD series maps:
Album
Release
Title Track
Role in Series
THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT
2022-07-29
GUERRILLA
Chapter 1 — the world is established, the movement begins
THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW
2023-01-10
Crazy Form
Chapter 2 — the resistance escalates
THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL
2023-11-03
WORK / GOLDEN HOUR
Chapter 3 — the finale
Movement is where everything begins. The visual language, the narrative framework, the sonic palette — all of it is established here. Every subsequent WORLD release is richer for having this album as its foundation. Owning it physically is owning the opening statement of one of the most ambitious conceptual series in fourth-generation K-pop.
What Makes ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT Essential
"GUERRILLA" is the title track and it earned every bit of the attention it received. Built around psychedelic beat changes and a driving energy that feels genuinely unlike anything ATEEZ had released before it, "Guerrilla" is the sound of a group operating at full creative confidence — the kind of track that makes first-time listeners stop what they're doing and the kind of track that ATINY play at full volume in completely inappropriate contexts because it demands nothing less. The music video is cinematic and detailed, loaded with WORLD era lore. The live stages are relentless. The fan chant is iconic. There is a reason this song won multiple music show trophies and charted internationally.
"PROPAGANDA" opens the album and sets the WORLD concept in motion immediately — a short, atmospheric intro track that functions as a narrative statement of intent. In a WORLD where broadcasts repeat state-sanctioned content every night and "the eye of heaven watches over us," ATEEZ are the ones moving in the shadows. It is 77 seconds of world-building that makes everything that follows land with more weight.
"Sector 1" follows and expands the cinematic scope — a track that depicts the gray, neon-lit cityscape of the WORLD universe, with an escalating rhythm that captures both the visual world and the emotional uncertainty of people beginning to wake up to what's wrong around them. The production is layered and deliberate, functioning as both a standalone track and as narrative scaffolding for the album's storyline.
"Cyberpunk" is the album's EDM-inflected standout — an electrifying track about the paralysis of being confronted with a world where something is deeply wrong and the emotional confusion of being one of the few people beginning to feel it. It is one of the tracks ATINY who go deep into the EP.1 tracklist consistently bring up when discussing the album's highlights, and it ranked in PAPER magazine's best K-pop B-sides of 2022 list.
"The Ring" is the album's emotional core — a hip-hop track carrying a message about protecting the people and things you love when the world feels hostile to both. The contrast between the warmth of its lyrical intent and the harder production surrounding it is exactly the kind of tonal complexity that ATEEZ do better than most.
"WDIG (Where Do I Go)" is the album's most vulnerable moment — a track about losing yourself in a world that makes it easy to do so, and the aching question of where to go when everything around you has lost its ability to feel. For an album built around a dystopian concept, "WDIG" is the track that makes that concept personal.
"New World" closes the album as a statement of hope — the idea that music itself, gathering small voices into something that sounds like thunder, can open the door to something better. As a closing track for an EP about a resistance movement, it lands exactly right: not triumphant yet, but hopeful. The WORLD series has only just begun.
The full ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT tracklist is:
PROPAGANDA
Sector 1
Cyberpunk
Guerrilla (title track)
The Ring
WDIG (Where Do I Go)
New World
Seven tracks. Every one essential to the WORLD concept. The era begins here.
A Ver. vs. Z Ver. vs. Diary Ver. — What's Different and Which to Buy
THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT was released in three versions: A Ver. (Blue concept), Z Ver. (Orange concept), and Diary Ver. (Yellow concept). The tracklist is identical across all three. Here's how they differ:
A Ver.
Z Ver.
Diary Ver.
Concept color
Blue
Orange
Yellow
Photobook
A Ver. concept photography
Z Ver. concept photography
Diary concept photography
Photobook pages
72p
72p
72p
CD
A Ver. disc
Z Ver. disc
Diary Ver. disc
ID Card
Random 1 of 8
Random 1 of 8
Random 1 of 8
Photocard pool
A Ver.-specific (1 of 16)
Z Ver.-specific (1 of 16)
Diary Ver.-specific (1 of 16)
Sticker
A Ver. design
Z Ver. design
Diary Ver. design
Folded Lyric Poster
Included
Included
Included
For collectors
Essential
Essential
Essential
All three versions include the same core inclusions. The differences are entirely in the concept photography, color design, and version-specific photocard and ID card pools. The Diary Ver. is notable for its distinct yellow concept and is the version most associated with the personal, introspective tone of the WORLD series' narrative.
For ATINY completing a full physical WORLD series collection, all three versions are collected. For first-time buyers, version choice typically comes down to which color concept and photobook aesthetic speaks most — or which version offers the best photocard odds for your bias.
The Billboard 200 #3 Milestone — Why It Mattered
When THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 in August 2022, it made ATEEZ only the 5th K-pop boy group in history to enter the Billboard 200 top 3. The album also reached #2 on both Billboard's Top Album Sales and Top Current Album Sales charts simultaneously.
For ATINY who had been with the group since the Treasure era, this was the moment the rest of the music industry caught up to what they already knew. For new fans, it was the entry point that brought them to the fandom. For the K-pop industry as a whole, it was confirmation that ATEEZ were operating at the highest level of fourth-generation global reach.
The physical album that achieved this is the one available right here. That context is part of what you're owning when you add it to your shelf.
What's Included in ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT
When you order the ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT album from Kpop Exchange, you receive the official KQ Entertainment physical release. Standard inclusions per version:
CD — all 7 tracks (version-specific disc design)
72-page Photo Booklet — version-specific concept photography (A, Z, or Diary)
Sticker — version-specific design (1ea)
Folded Lyric Poster — included in all versions
ID Card — random 1 of 8 members (version-specific pool)
Photocard — random 1 of 16 (version-specific pool)
TRACKLIST:
01. PROPAGANDA02. Sector 103. Cyberpunk04. Guerrilla05. The Ring05. WDIG (Where Do I Go)07. New World
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Q: What is ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT? A: THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT is ATEEZ's 8th EP, released July 29, 2022, by KQ Entertainment and RCA Records. It contains 7 tracks with "Guerrilla" as the title track. It is the first album in ATEEZ's dystopian THE WORLD series and debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 — making ATEEZ the 5th K-pop boy group in history to enter the Billboard 200 top 3.
Q: What is the tracklist for ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT? A: The 7-track tracklist is: 1. PROPAGANDA, 2. Sector 1, 3. Cyberpunk, 4. Guerrilla (title track), 5. The Ring, 6. WDIG (Where Do I Go), 7. New World.
Q: How many versions does ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT have? A: THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT was released in three versions: A Ver. (blue concept), Z Ver. (orange concept), and Diary Ver. (yellow concept). All three versions contain the identical 7-track CD. Differences are in the photobook concept photography, disc design, sticker design, and version-specific ID card and photocard pools.
Q: What is the difference between the A, Z, and Diary versions of THE WORLD EP.1? A: All three versions contain the same 7-track CD and a 72-page photobook. The A Ver. features a blue concept, the Z Ver. features an orange concept, and the Diary Ver. features a yellow concept. Each version has distinct cover design, disc art, sticker design, and version-specific ID card (1 of 8) and photocard (1 of 16) pools.
Q: What is the title track of ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT? A: The title track is "Guerrilla" — a psychedelic, beat-changing track that served as the lead single and promotional focus of the album. It won multiple music show trophies following its release and became one of ATEEZ's most iconic live performance songs.
Q: Did ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 chart on the Billboard 200? A: Yes. THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200 in August 2022, also reaching #2 on Billboard's Top Album Sales and Top Current Album Sales charts. This made ATEEZ the 5th K-pop boy group in history to enter the Billboard 200 top 3 and was ATEEZ's first top 10 entry on the main chart.
Q: What is included in ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT? A: Standard inclusions per version are: CD (version-specific disc), 72p Photo Booklet (version-specific), Sticker (1ea, version-specific), Folded Lyric Poster, ID Card (random 1 of 8, version-specific pool), and Photocard (random 1 of 16, version-specific pool). Limited pre-order benefits included a folded Poster and Polaroid.
Q: What is the ID Card in ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1? A: The ID Card is a version-specific inclusion in THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT — a photo card formatted as an identity card, featuring a randomly selected member from the full pool of 8 ATEEZ members. The ID Card concept aligns with the WORLD series' dystopian narrative and is one of the distinctive inclusions of this release.
Q: Is ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 part of a series? A: Yes. THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT is the first album in ATEEZ's THE WORLD series, followed by THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW (January 2023, title track "Crazy Form") and THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL (November 2023, featuring "WORK" and "GOLDEN HOUR").
Q: What is the ATEEZ WORLD series concept? A: THE WORLD series is built around a dystopian fictional universe where emotions are controlled, individuality suppressed, and an underground resistance is rising. It follows the Treasure series (2018–2019) and the FEVER series (2019–2021) as ATEEZ's third major conceptual era, and is the most narratively detailed of the three.
Q: What is "Cyberpunk" on ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1? A: "Cyberpunk" is track 3 on THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT. It is an EDM-influenced track about encountering a world where emotions have been paralyzed and the confusion of being one of the few people beginning to feel something is wrong. It was ranked among PAPER magazine's best K-pop B-sides of 2022.
Q: Where can I buy ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT in the USA? A: The official ATEEZ THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT album (A Ver., Z Ver., and Diary Ver.) is available at Kpop Exchange (kpop.exchange), shipping from Denver, Colorado. US fans get faster delivery and no customs fees compared to ordering from Korea-based stores.
Seventeen 4th Album Face The Sun (Carat Ver)
SEVENTEEN HEAVEN is the 11th mini album by the thirteen-member K-pop group Seventeen from South Korea. This 3rd album release on October 20233 and will be available in random versions. Order your Face The Sun (Carat Ver.) Random Album Online from Kpop Exchange Today!
CONTENTS FOR ALBUM:
- Hard Cover Binder : 150 x 210 x 14mm / Random 1 out of 13 / 8p
- Booklet : 1Set 24Pics
- Digipak
- CD
- Lyric Book : 14p
- Photocard : Random 4 out of 52
TRACKLIST:
01. Darl+ing
02. HOT
03. DON QUIXOTE
04. March
05. Domino
06. Shadow
07. 노래해 ('bout you)
08. IF you leave me
09. Ash
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BTS – THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MOMENT IN LIFE PT.1 (4th Mini Album)
The era that changed everything. And we mean everything.
Before BTS The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1, there was a BTS that was respected, growing, and building something real. After it, there was a BTS that was untouchable — artistically, emotionally, and culturally. Released on April 29, 2015, this 4th mini album is the album that cracked the HYYH era open and let everything pour out: the longing, the beauty, the fear, the urgency of youth, and the specific, heart-stopping feeling of a moment you know won't last.
It is also the album with "I Need U" on it. So, you know. That.
BTS HYYH Pt.1 — officially titled The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Part 1 (화양연화 pt.1) — is the beginning of arguably the greatest artistic era in K-pop history. Not a bold claim. Just what happened. The HYYH era introduced the BTS Universe (BU) storyline, established BTS as one of the most lyrically and conceptually ambitious acts in Korean music, and turned ARMY from a passionate fanbase into a global movement that the entire music industry had to start paying attention to.
And it all started here. With this album. With seven boys and a concept about youth being the most beautiful moment in life — even when, maybe especially when, it's the most painful.
The Album That Launched the HYYH Era
To understand what BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 did, you have to understand what BTS was trying to do with the HYYH era as a whole.
After the school-concept Skool trilogy and the darker energy of Dark & Wild, BTS pivoted to something more personal and more universal simultaneously: the experience of being young. Not a sanitized, commercial version of youth. The real thing. The ambivalence of it. The beauty and the pain existing at the same time, sometimes in the same moment. That's what 화양연화 (Hwa Yang Yeon Hwa) means — the most beautiful moment in life — and that is exactly what this album sounds like.
Pt.1 is a 10-track mini album that moves through a spectrum of emotional states — euphoria, longing, joy, despair, defiance — with a production palette that was unlike anything BTS had released before it. The sound here is more cinematic, more textured, more emotionally layered. The lyrics are more confessional. The concept is more ambitious. And the result is an album that hit ARMY in a way that previous releases, as good as they were, simply hadn't reached.
This is the era where ARMY stopped just streaming BTS and started living inside BTS's world. And that is entirely because of what was built here, on this album, in April 2015.
What Makes BTS HYYH Pt.1 Unmissable
"I Need U" is the lead single and it is one of the most important songs in BTS's entire discography. Not most popular — most important. It was the first BTS song to win a music show — a milestone that ARMY treated like the moon landing — and it marked the moment BTS's trajectory visibly changed. The music video is moody and fragmented, depicting the seven members in states of emotional crisis, and it is the first visual in the BTS Universe (BU) narrative that ARMY has spent years mapping, theorizing about, and compiling into elaborate fan wikis. If you've ever gone down a BU rabbit hole at 2am, this is where that rabbit hole starts.
The alternate, more upbeat version of "I Need U" — released alongside the original — showed BTS's range in a single track: same song, completely different emotional register, both versions valid, both versions beloved. ARMY contains multitudes. BTS understood this from 2015.
"Dope" (쩔어) is the other promotional track — the yang to "I Need U"'s yin. Where "I Need U" is fragile and aching, "Dope" is electric and defiant: a fast-paced hip-hop track about grinding and succeeding on your own terms while the rest of the world sleeps. The choreography is iconic. The live stages are consistently cited as some of BTS's best ever. And the repeated line "이 정도면 충분하지" ("isn't this enough?") became a rallying cry for ARMY in the way only the best BTS hooks do — not just catchy, but meaningful.
"Butterfly" is the B-side that most reveals the album's emotional core. A fragile, dream-like track about the fear of something beautiful disappearing — someone you love feeling too delicate to hold onto without breaking — it sits in the HYYH aesthetic perfectly. Everything beautiful is temporary. Everything temporary is beautiful. That's the thesis. "Butterfly" delivers it in three minutes and fifty-three seconds and leaves ARMY in a state of serene devastation every single time.
"Converse High" is the palette cleanser — a bright, affectionate, lightly comedic track about being in love with someone who wears Converse shoes. It is disarmingly charming and it works because of exactly how it sits next to everything else on the album. BTS has always understood that contrast is part of the art.
"Moving On" (이사) is the other deep cut ARMY can't stop returning to — a gentle, nostalgic track about leaving a place you've lived in and carrying both the attachment and the relief of moving forward. Lyrically specific, emotionally universal, and the kind of song that sounds different depending on what chapter of your own life you're in when you hear it.
The full BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 tracklist is:
Intro: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life
I Need U
허니 (Hold Me Tight)
쩔어 (Dope)
흥탄소년단 (Boyz with Fun)
Converse High
이사 (Moving On)
Love Is Not Over (완전판) (Full Length Edition)
Butterfly
Outro: Love is Not Over
Ten tracks. Zero skips. The HYYH era begins here.
The Pink Version and the White Version — What's Different
BTS HYYH Pt.1 was released in two versions: the Pink Version and the White Version. Both contain the identical 10-track CD. The differences are in the photobook photography and packaging:
Pink Version
White Version
CD Tracklist
Identical
Identical
Cover color
Soft pink
Clean white
Photobook concept
Warm, golden-hour tones
Cooler, more minimal tones
Photocard pool
Pink version-specific
White version-specific
Poster
Folded, included select pressings
Folded, included select pressings
For ARMY building a complete physical HYYH Pt.1 collection, both versions are collected separately — different photobooks, different photocards, distinct visual identities. For first-time buyers, either version is a complete album experience. The Pink version is generally considered the warmer and more widely beloved of the two aesthetically, but honestly, both photobooks from this era are stunning.
Where HYYH Pt.1 Fits in the Full HYYH Era
The HYYH era is three releases that together form one of the most cohesive and celebrated artistic chapters in K-pop history:
Album
Type
Year
Key Track
Role in HYYH
The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1
4th Mini Album
2015
I Need U / Dope
The opening — where the era begins
The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.2
5th Mini Album
2015
Run
The deepening — where it gets heavier
Young Forever
Special Album
2016
Epilogue: Young Forever / Fire
The conclusion — where it all resolves
HYYH Pt.1 is chapter one of a story that ARMY spent years inside. It introduces the emotional world, the visual aesthetic, the BTS Universe narrative threads, and the specific feeling of the era — all of which Pt.2 deepens and Young Forever brings to a close.
Owning Pt.1 physically is owning the first page of something that shaped K-pop irreversibly. That's not hyperbole. That's just what this album is.
The BTS Universe (BU) Begins Here
One of the most unique things about BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 is that it is also the starting point — or one of the starting points, depending on your reading of the timeline — of the BTS Universe, the interconnected fictional narrative that BTS wove through their music videos, short films, and concept books across the HYYH era and beyond.
The "I Need U" music video is the first visual in the BU that explicitly depicts the seven members in fictional scenarios — each dealing with their own crisis, their own version of pain, their own inability to hold onto something precious. ARMY spent years reconstructing the timeline, cross-referencing details across multiple videos and notes, and building some of the most elaborate fan theorycrafting the K-pop world has ever produced.
If you're a fan who went deep on the BU — or if you know someone who did — this album is the physical artifact that anchors that entire creative universe. Owning it hits differently when you know the story it's carrying.
What's Included in the BTS HYYH Pt.1 Album
When you order the BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 album from Kpop Exchange, you receive the official Big Hit Entertainment physical release. Standard inclusions per version:
CD — all 10 tracks (identical across both versions)
Photobook — version-specific concept photography (Pink or White)
Random Photocard — 1 of 7 members (version-specific photocard pool)
Mini Poster — folded, select pressings
Sticker Pack — included in standard pressings
ℹ️ As a 2015 release, inclusions may vary slightly between pressings. All units shipped from Kpop Exchange are 100% official Big Hit Entertainment / HYBE releases — no bootlegs, no dupes, no exceptions.
Why Buy the BTS HYYH Pt.1 Album from Kpop Exchange?
🇺🇸 Ships from Denver, Colorado, USA — not Korea, not an international warehouse. Faster delivery and zero customs fees for US fans. Your album arrives sooner and costs less to get there. Facts.
✅ 100% Official Products — every product at Kpop Exchange is a licensed Big Hit Entertainment / HYBE release. Official only. Always. No grey market, no replicas, no bootlegs. If it ships from us, it's the real thing.
🎁 Freebies with Every Order — because ordering K-pop should feel like a moment. We include freebies with every Kpop Exchange order because ARMY deserves the full experience. 💜
📦 Collector-Safe Packaging — albums arrive in the condition they left: no dented corners, no cracked cases, no bent photocards. We understand how much condition matters for an era as beloved as HYYH and we pack accordingly.
💜 Run by K-pop Fans — Kpop Exchange exists because we're stans. We understand what it means to own a physical copy of an album that started one of the most important artistic eras in K-pop history. Every order is packed with that understanding.
Inclusions (per version):
CD (10 tracks — identical across both versions)
Photobook (version-specific concept photography)
Random Photocard (1 of 7 members, version-specific pool)
Mini Poster (folded, select pressings)
Sticker Pack (standard pressings)
Tracklist:
Intro: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life
I Need U
허니 (Hold Me Tight)
쩔어 (Dope)
흥탄소년단 (Boyz with Fun)
Converse High
이사 (Moving On)
Love Is Not Over (완전판) (Full Length Edition)
Butterfly
Outro: Love is Not Over
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Q: What is BTS The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1? A: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 (화양연화 pt.1) is BTS's 4th mini album, released on April 29, 2015, by Big Hit Entertainment. It contains 10 tracks including the singles "I Need U" and "Dope," and is the first album in BTS's HYYH (花樣年華) era — widely regarded as one of the most important creative chapters in K-pop history.
Q: What does HYYH stand for? A: HYYH stands for 화양연화 (Hwa Yang Yeon Hwa), a Korean phrase meaning "the most beautiful moment in life." It refers to the fleeting, precious quality of youth — beautiful precisely because it doesn't last. The HYYH era spans three BTS releases: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 (2015), Pt.2 (2015), and Young Forever (2016).
Q: How many versions does BTS HYYH Pt.1 have? A: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 was released in two versions: the Pink Version and the White Version. Both contain the identical 10-track CD. The differences are in the photobook concept photography, cover color, and version-specific photocard pools.
Q: What is the difference between the Pink and White versions of BTS HYYH Pt.1? A: Both versions contain the same 10-track CD. The Pink version features a soft pink cover and warm, golden-hour photobook photography. The White version features a clean white cover and cooler, more minimal photobook photography. Each version also has its own photocard pool with version-specific photocards.
Q: What is the lead single from BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1? A: The album has two promoted singles: "I Need U" — a moody, emotionally raw track that became BTS's first music show win — and "Dope" (쩔어), a high-energy hip-hop track about hard work and success. Both were released with music videos and are among the most iconic tracks of BTS's HYYH era.
Q: What is "I Need U" by BTS? A: "I Need U" is the lead single from The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1, released on April 29, 2015. It was the first BTS song to win a Korean music show (Show Champion, May 2015) and is the opening visual entry in the BTS Universe (BU) narrative. The music video depicts the seven members in fragmented emotional crisis scenarios and is the foundational visual of the BU storyline.
Q: What is "Butterfly" by BTS on HYYH Pt.1? A: "Butterfly" is track 9 on The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1. It is a fragile, atmospheric track about the fear of something or someone beautiful being too delicate to hold onto. It is one of ARMY's most beloved HYYH era deep cuts and has been performed at multiple BTS concerts and fan events.
Q: What is the BTS Universe and how does HYYH Pt.1 connect to it? A: The BTS Universe (BU) is an interconnected fictional narrative woven through BTS's music videos, short films, and concept books across the HYYH era and beyond. The "I Need U" music video from HYYH Pt.1 is widely considered the first explicit visual entry in the BU storyline, depicting the seven members in fictional scenarios that established the narrative threads ARMY has been theorizing about ever since.
Q: What is "Dope" by BTS? A: "Dope" (쩔어) is track 4 on The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 and the album's second promoted single. It is a fast-paced hip-hop track about working hard and succeeding on your own terms. The choreography is considered one of BTS's most iconic stage performances and the music video remains one of their most-watched on YouTube.
Q: Is BTS HYYH Pt.1 part of a series? A: Yes. HYYH Pt.1 is the first release in BTS's HYYH (花樣年華 / The Most Beautiful Moment in Life) era, followed by The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.2 (November 2015) and the special album Young Forever (May 2016). All three albums tell a connected story about youth, beauty, loss, and the passage of time.
Q: What is included in the BTS HYYH Pt.1 album? A: Standard inclusions per version are a CD (10 tracks), a version-specific photobook, a random member photocard (1 of 7, version-specific pool), a folded mini poster (select pressings), and a sticker pack.
Q: Where can I buy BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 in the USA? A: The official BTS Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1 album (Pink and White versions) is available at Kpop Exchange (kpop.exchange), shipping from Denver, Colorado. US fans get faster delivery and no customs fees compared to ordering from Korea-based stores.
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Stray Kids ODDINARY [6th Mini Album] Standard Ver. — Scanning & Mask Off
STAYs, let's talk about the album that made Stray Kids the THIRD Korean act EVER to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200. 🏆 ODDINARY dropped on March 18, 2022 and the world was never the same. "MANIAC" took over TikTok, streaming playlists, and basically every STAY's brain for months. This album wasn't just a comeback — it was a statement.
Two Standard versions to choose from: Scanning Ver. (blue) and Mask Off Ver. (red/orange). Both versions are packed with 76 pages of stunning photobook content, plus your shot at 24 different photocard designs. Odd + Ordinary = ODDINARY. The concept? We're all a little weird, and that's what makes us extraordinary. 🕷️
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ODDINARY is Stray Kids' 6th mini album, released on March 18, 2022 under JYP Entertainment and Republic Records — making it their first release after signing with Republic Records in February 2022. The album title combines "Odd" and "Ordinary" to represent "all of us who have something odd about ourselves" with the message that "odd things will soon become ordinary."
The title track "MANIAC" became a global phenomenon. It's essentially Stray Kids compressed into three minutes — intense, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore. The track was certified Gold by the RIAA in May 2024, making Stray Kids the 2nd male K-pop group in RIAA history to earn multiple Gold certifications.
ODDINARY debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making Stray Kids only the third Korean act ever to top the chart (after BTS and SuperM). The album spent 7 consecutive weeks on the Billboard 200 — the longest for any K-pop album released in 2022. First-week sales hit 853,021 copies on Hanteo, and the album has sold over 1.7 million copies worldwide, earning KMCA Million certification.
The album features two unit songs: "피어난다 (Waiting For Us)" by the vocal line (Bang Chan, Lee Know, Seungmin, I.N) and "Muddy Water" by the rap line (Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix) — the latter ranked #11 on PAPER's 15 best K-pop B-sides of 2022. All 8 members participated in the songwriting, continuing Stray Kids' self-producing legacy.
Fun fact: The Maniac World Tour launched to support this album, running 42 shows across Korea, Japan, the US, and Asia Pacific — their first concert tour in two years since District 9: Unlock! 🎤
ALBUM INCLUSIONS
Each Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version album includes:
Package Box (164mm × 224mm × 35mm) — 2 Types (version specific)
Photobook (150mm × 210mm / 76 pages) — 2 Types (version specific)
CD-R (—) — 2 Types (version specific)
Lyrics Paper (210mm × 297mm) — 1 Type
Photocard (55mm × 85mm) — Random 2 of 24
ID Photocard (55mm × 85mm) — Random 1 of 8
Mini Poster (150mm × 210mm) — Random 1 of 8
Sticker (140mm × 200mm) — 1 Type
TRACKLIST:
01. 거미줄 (VENOM)02. MANIAC03. Charmer04. 땡 (FREEZE)05. Lonely St.06. 피어난다 (Waiting For Us)07. Muddy Water
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Q&A — STRAY KIDS ODDINARY
Q: What is Stray Kids ODDINARY? A: Stray Kids ODDINARY is the group's 6th mini album, released on March 18, 2022 under JYP Entertainment and Republic Records. It features 7 tracks including title track "MANIAC" and debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. The Standard Version comes in Scanning Ver. (blue) and Mask Off Ver. (red/orange).
Q: What does ODDINARY mean? A: ODDINARY combines "Odd" and "Ordinary" to represent "all of us who have something odd about ourselves" with the message that "odd things will soon become ordinary." It's Stray Kids embracing their unconventional identity and encouraging fans to celebrate their uniqueness.
Q: What's the difference between ODDINARY Scanning Version and Mask Off Version? A: The two Standard versions differ in package design and photobook content. Scanning Ver. features blue/teal aesthetics while Mask Off Ver. has red/orange design. Both versions contain the same music and share the same photocard pool of 24 regular designs plus 8 ID photocard designs.
Q: How many photocards are in Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version? A: Each ODDINARY Standard Version album includes 3 photocards total: 2 random photocards (out of 24 designs, 55mm × 85mm) plus 1 random ID photocard (out of 8 designs, 55mm × 85mm). Total collectible designs across both types is 32.
Q: What's included in Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version? A: Each album includes: package box (164mm × 224mm × 35mm), 76-page photobook (150mm × 210mm), CD-R, lyrics paper (210mm × 297mm), 2 random photocards (out of 24), 1 random ID photocard (out of 8), 1 random mini poster (out of 8), and sticker (140mm × 200mm). Pre-order/first press editions also included trading unit photocard (1/2) and folded poster (1/2).
Q: What songs are on Stray Kids ODDINARY? A: ODDINARY contains 7 tracks: "거미줄 (Venom)," "MANIAC" (title track), "Charmer," "땡 (Freeze)," "Lonely St.," "피어난다 (Waiting For Us)" featuring the vocal line, and "Muddy Water" featuring the rap line.
Q: When was Stray Kids ODDINARY released? A: Stray Kids ODDINARY was released on March 18, 2022. It's their first release under Republic Records after signing with the label in February 2022, and came seven months after their second studio album NOEASY (August 2021).
Q: Did ODDINARY reach #1 on Billboard? A: Yes! ODDINARY debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making Stray Kids only the third Korean act ever to top the chart (after BTS and SuperM). It also topped the Billboard World Albums chart for 6 consecutive weeks and spent 7 weeks total on the Billboard 200 — the longest for any K-pop album released in 2022.
Q: What are the ODDINARY unit songs? A: ODDINARY features two unit songs: "피어난다 (Waiting For Us)" by the vocal line (Bang Chan, Lee Know, Seungmin, I.N) — a rock ballad about waiting and reunion — and "Muddy Water" by the rap line (Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix) — ranked #11 on PAPER's 15 best K-pop B-sides of 2022.
Q: What does 피어난다 (Waiting For Us) mean? A: "피어난다" (pronounced "pi-eo-nan-da") means "blooming" in Korean. The song is about waiting for loved ones through difficult times until warmth returns. Seungmin's line "I'm here always" is a reference to his solo song "Here Always" from the Netflix drama Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha.
Q: Where can I buy Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version in the USA? A: Kpop Exchange ships Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version from our Denver, Colorado warehouse with fast domestic shipping and no customs fees for US customers. Choose Scanning Ver. (blue) or Mask Off Ver. (red/orange), or get both!
Q: Does Stray Kids ODDINARY count for charts? A: Yes! Stray Kids ODDINARY is eligible for Hanteo Chart, Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart), and Billboard charts. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and has sold over 1.7 million copies worldwide.
Q: Is MANIAC certified Gold? A: Yes! "MANIAC" was certified Gold by the RIAA in May 2024, making Stray Kids the 2nd male K-pop group in RIAA history to earn multiple Gold certifications. The song also peaked at #1 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart.
Q: What is the Maniac World Tour? A: The Maniac World Tour was Stray Kids' second concert tour, launched to support ODDINARY. It ran 42 shows from April 2022 across Korea, Japan, the United States, and Asia Pacific — their first concert tour in two years since District 9: Unlock.
Q: Is Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version still available? A: Yes! You can order Stray Kids ODDINARY Standard Version in Scanning Ver. or Mask Off Ver. from Kpop Exchange. Note that pre-order benefits (trading unit photocard, folded poster) were limited to first press and may not be included in current printings.
Q: Which ODDINARY Standard Version should I buy? A: Choose Scanning Ver. (blue) for cool, calculated vibes, or Mask Off Ver. (red/orange) for bold, intense energy. Both versions have the same music and share the same 32 total photocard designs (24 regular + 8 ID), so collectors often buy both for different photobook content and better photocard odds!
BTS – MAP OF THE SOUL : 7 (4th Full-Length Album)
The best-selling K-pop album of all time. Said casually. Because at this point, BTS just does that.
Released on February 21, 2020, BTS Map of the Soul: 7 is BTS's 4th full-length studio album — and with over 4 million copies sold in its first week alone, it became the fastest-selling K-pop album in history at the time of its release. It has since gone on to become one of the best-selling K-pop albums ever recorded. If you've ever wondered what a cultural moment looks like in physical CD form, it looks like this.
MAP OF THE SOUL : 7 is not just a commercial juggernaut, though. It is a genuinely extraordinary artistic statement — a 20-track double album that moves through Jungian psychology, personal confession, the burden of fame, the meaning of identity, and the specific, complicated experience of being seven people who became one of the biggest acts on the planet before any of them fully knew who they were as individuals. The Map of the Soul concept — drawn from Carl Jung's theories of the persona, the shadow, and the ego — runs through every track. And somehow, BTS made it work as a pop album. Somehow BTS always makes it work.
ARMY who has been here since debut knows this era hit differently. This is the album where every single member got a moment. Where solo tracks and unit tracks and group tracks all existed on the same project and all felt essential. Where BTS stopped just being a group to many fans and started being a philosophy.
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The Map of the Soul Series — and Why '7' Is the Culmination
To fully appreciate what BTS Map of the Soul: 7 achieves, you need the context of what it was completing.
The Map of the Soul series began with Map of the Soul: Persona (April 2019) — a 7-track mini album that arrived after a period of reflection following the Love Yourself era, with lead single "Boy With Luv" (ft. Halsey) becoming one of BTS's most commercially successful global releases. Persona explored the Jungian concept of the persona — the mask a person presents to the world versus who they truly are underneath it.
Map of the Soul: 7 is the full expansion of that concept. Where Persona asked the question, 7 attempts the answer. The "7" in the title refers simultaneously to BTS's seven members, the seven years they had been together at the time of release, and the seven Jungian archetypes that structure the album's thematic arc. It is the kind of detail that is very BTS: meaningful on multiple levels, communicating something real, and not explained unless you go looking for it.
The result is a 20-track album that is part full-band release, part collection of the most personal solo and unit work BTS had released up to that point — and the whole thing hangs together as a coherent artistic statement.
What Makes BTS Map of the Soul: 7 Unmissable
This is a 20-track album. There is a lot to love. Here are the moments that define it:
"ON" is the lead single and it arrives like a declaration. Brass. Percussion. Choreography that required BTS to perform with a full marching band on live television. The music video features a Biblical-scale visual concept involving a moving mountain and seven men refusing to be stopped by it. "ON" is BTS at their most cinematically ambitious, performing at a scale that made the Fake Love era look like a rehearsal. The Kinetic Manifesto Film version and the ON music video were two separate releases — both essential, both immediately iconic.
"Black Swan" — the pre-release — is the other side of that coin entirely. Atmospheric, chamber-music-influenced, built around the concept of losing your passion for what you love and the terror of that happening. It was released weeks before the album and immediately became one of ARMY's most discussed and analyzed BTS songs. The art film version, choreographed by the MN Dance Company, remains one of the most striking visual works in BTS's catalog. This is the track that made people who hadn't been paying close attention start paying very close attention.
Then there are the member solo tracks — and this is where Map of the Soul: 7 genuinely stands apart from everything BTS had released before it.
"Interlude: Shadow" is SUGA's piece — a confession about the cost of ambition and the darkness that lives alongside success, delivered as a rap performance that builds from vulnerability to catharsis and lands as one of the most emotionally raw things SUGA has ever recorded.
"Intro: Persona" (RM) carries over from the Persona mini album, asking the fundamental question: "Who am I?" — not rhetorically, but genuinely, as someone who became famous before having the chance to fully answer it.
"Filter" is Jimin's solo — a playful, sensual, genre-fluid track in which Jimin essentially invites the listener to choose which version of him they want, while making clear that all of them are real and all of them are his. It became one of the most streamed BTS solo tracks of the era.
"Moon" is Jin's solo — warm, tender, and quietly devastating in its metaphor: Jin compares himself to the moon that orbits a planet (ARMY), admitting that the fan's existence gives his life meaning. There is no universe in which this song does not make you feel something.
"UGH!" (욱) is the rap line — RM, SUGA, J-Hope — responding to malicious online commenters with controlled fury and an energy that made it an immediate fan-favorite live performance track.
"We are Bulletproof: the Eternal" closes the album and closes a chapter — a callback to We Are Bulletproof Pt. 1 from 2 Cool 4 Skool, connecting the album directly to BTS's debut in a way that made ARMY who had been there from the beginning completely lose it. Which is saying something, because ARMY losing it is a normal Tuesday.
The full BTS Map of the Soul: 7 tracklist is:
Intro: Persona
Boy With Luv (작은 것들을 위한 시) (feat. Halsey)
Make It Right (feat. Lauv)
Jamais Vu
Dionysus
Interlude: Shadow
Black Swan
Filter
My Time (시차)
Louder than Bombs (feat. Lauv)
ON
UGH! (욱)
00:00 (Zero O'Clock)
Inner Child
Friends
Moon
Respect
We are Bulletproof: the Eternal
Outro: Ego
ON (Kinetic Manifesto Film Version)
Twenty tracks. Every member represented. Not a single skip. A 20-track album with a 100% hit rate is not something that happens by accident — it is something that happens when a group of seven people are operating at the absolute peak of their creative power simultaneously.
The Four Versions of Map of the Soul: 7 — Explained
BTS Map of the Soul: 7 was released in four versions: Version 1, Version 2, Version 3, and Version 4. Unlike the Love Yourself era's color-coded concept versions, the Map of the Soul: 7 versions are differentiated by member-specific content — each version features different members in the photobook photography and different photocard pools.
Version
Photobook Focus
Cover Style
Photocard Pool
Version 1
Group + individual concept shots
Warm metallic tones
Version 1 member-specific set
Version 2
Group + individual concept shots
Cool silver tones
Version 2 member-specific set
Version 3
Group + individual concept shots
Dark contrast tones
Version 3 member-specific set
Version 4
Group + individual concept shots
Bright white tones
Version 4 member-specific set
All four versions contain the identical 20-track CD. The differences are entirely in the photobook photography, packaging design, and photocard content.
For ARMY completing a full physical Map of the Soul: 7 collection, all four versions are collected. For first-time buyers, version choice typically comes down to photocard strategy for your bias — each version's pool is different and worth checking before purchasing if that matters to you (and let's be honest: it always matters).
Where Map of the Soul: 7 Fits in the BTS Discography
Album
Type
Year
Key Achievement
Map of the Soul: Persona
6th Mini Album
2019
"Boy With Luv" — massive global single
Map of the Soul: 7
4th Full Album
2020
Best-selling K-pop album ever / 4M+ first week
BE
5th Full Album
2020
Released during the pandemic / "Life Goes On"
Map of the Soul: 7 sits at the absolute commercial and artistic peak of BTS's pre-hiatus discography. It is the album that proved everything the Love Yourself era had built was not a ceiling — it was a floor. Everything after it, from BE to Butter to Proof, stands on the foundation this album laid.
What's Included in the BTS Map of the Soul: 7 Album
When you order the BTS Map of the Soul: 7 album from Kpop Exchange, you receive the official Big Hit Entertainment physical release. Standard inclusions per version:
CD — all 20 tracks (identical across all 4 versions)
Photobook — version-specific concept photography (varies by version)
Random Photocard — 1 of 7 members (version-specific photocard pool)
Lyric Poster — folded, included in standard pressings
Sticker Pack — included in standard pressings
Mini Poster — folded, select pressings
ℹ️ As a 2020 release, inclusions may vary slightly between pressings. All units shipped from Kpop Exchange are 100% official Big Hit Entertainment / HYBE releases — no bootlegs, no dupes, no exceptions.
TRACK LIST01 Intro: Persona02 Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey)03 Make It Right 04 Jamais Vu 05 Dionysus06 Interlude: Shadow 07 Black Swan08 Filter09 My Time10 Louder than bombs11 ON12 UGH!13 00:00 (Zero O’Clock)14 Inner Child15 Friends 16 Moon17 Respect18 We are Bulletproof: the Eternal19 Outro: Ego
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Q: What is BTS Map of the Soul: 7? A: Map of the Soul: 7 is BTS's 4th full-length studio album, released on February 21, 2020, by Big Hit Entertainment. It contains 20 tracks and sold over 4 million copies in its first week, making it one of the best-selling K-pop albums of all time. The album explores Jungian psychology — the persona, shadow, and ego — and features solo tracks and unit tracks alongside group performances.
Q: How many versions does BTS Map of the Soul: 7 have? A: Map of the Soul: 7 was released in four versions: Version 1, Version 2, Version 3, and Version 4. All four versions contain the identical 20-track CD. The differences are in the photobook photography, packaging design, and version-specific photocard pools.
Q: What is the difference between the four versions of BTS Map of the Soul: 7? A: All four versions contain the same 20-track CD. The versions differ in photobook concept photography, cover color tone (warm metallic, cool silver, dark contrast, bright white), and version-specific photocard content. Each version has its own photocard pool with different member photo sets.
Q: What is the lead single from BTS Map of the Soul: 7? A: The lead single is "ON," released with both a Kinetic Manifesto Film and a standard music video on February 21 and 27, 2020 respectively. "Black Swan" was the pre-release single, released on January 17, 2020, ahead of the album.
Q: Is BTS Map of the Soul: 7 the best-selling K-pop album ever? A: Map of the Soul: 7 is one of the best-selling K-pop albums ever released. It sold over 4 million copies in its first week alone — a record at the time — and remains among the highest-selling K-pop physical releases in history.
Q: What is "Black Swan" on BTS Map of the Soul: 7? A: "Black Swan" is track 7 on Map of the Soul: 7 and was released as a pre-release single on January 17, 2020. It is an atmospheric, art-influenced track about the fear of losing one's passion for what they love. An art film choreographed by the MN Dance Company was released alongside the track and is widely regarded as one of the most visually striking works in BTS's catalog.
Q: What solo tracks are on BTS Map of the Soul: 7? A: Map of the Soul: 7 includes several member-specific solo and unit tracks: Intro: Persona (RM), Interlude: Shadow (SUGA), Filter (Jimin), My Time / 시차 (Jungkook), Moon (Jin), Outro: Ego (J-Hope), Friends (V and Jimin unit), Respect (RM and SUGA unit), and UGH! (rap line unit: RM, SUGA, J-Hope).
Q: What is the meaning behind the title "Map of the Soul: 7"? A: The "7" in Map of the Soul: 7 refers to three things simultaneously: BTS's seven members, the seven years they had been together at the time of the album's release, and the seven Jungian archetypes that structure the album's thematic arc. The Map of the Soul concept is drawn from Carl Jung's psychological theories about the persona, shadow, and ego.
Q: What is "We Are Bulletproof: the Eternal" on Map of the Soul: 7? A: "We Are Bulletproof: the Eternal" is track 18 on Map of the Soul: 7. It is a callback to "We Are Bulletproof Pt. 1" from BTS's debut album 2 Cool 4 Skool (2013), connecting the album thematically to the beginning of BTS's career. It is widely regarded as one of the most emotionally significant tracks of the Map of the Soul era for long-time ARMY.
Q: How does Map of the Soul: 7 connect to Map of the Soul: Persona? A: Map of the Soul: Persona (April 2019) is the first release in the Map of the Soul series, exploring the Jungian concept of the persona. Map of the Soul: 7 (February 2020) is the full expansion of that concept, adding the shadow and ego as thematic elements and expanding the release to 20 tracks. "Intro: Persona" from the Persona mini album is included on Map of the Soul: 7 as track 1, directly connecting the two releases.
Q: What is included in the BTS Map of the Soul: 7 album? A: Standard inclusions per version are a CD (20 tracks), a version-specific photobook, a random member photocard (1 of 7, version-specific pool), a folded lyric poster, a sticker pack, and a folded mini poster in select pressings.
Q: Where can I buy BTS Map of the Soul: 7 in the USA? A: The official BTS Map of the Soul: 7 album (all four versions) is available at Kpop Exchange (kpop.exchange), shipping from Denver, Colorado. US fans get faster delivery and no customs fees compared to ordering from Korea-based stores.
Check this one too - BTS Map of the Soul: Persona
BTS Map of the Soul: Persona – 6th Mini Album (Version 01 / 02 / 03 / 04)
THE ALBUM THAT MADE HISTORY. THE ERA THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING.
ARMY, let's talk about the moment BTS became the first group since The Beatles to have three #1 albums on Billboard 200 in less than a year. Let's talk about Map of the Soul: Persona. 💜
Released on April 12, 2019, BTS Map of the Soul: Persona isn't just an album — it's a cultural reset. This 6th mini album gave us "Boy With Luv" featuring Halsey, "Mikrokosmos" (the song that makes every concert feel like the universe), and "Dionysus" (the song that proves BTS invented going hard).
With 3.2 million copies sold in the FIRST MONTH alone, this album became the best-selling album in South Korea's history at the time. The pink era. The persona era. The beginning of the Map of the Soul journey.
Four Versions, Four Concepts:
💗 VERSION 01 – Playful photo booth concept! BTS playing around with fun, candid poses. Shot at Unanslove studio with a bright, energetic vibe.
💗 VERSION 02 – "Different personas" concept showing each member's contrasting sides. Highlights the duality theme of the album — who are you vs. who you show the world?
💗 VERSION 03 – Rose-toned elegance! Members posing with red roses in romantic, pink-hued rooms. "Confident yet excited and fluttering" energy.
💗 VERSION 04 – Greek mythology vibes! 🍇 Members posing with grapes and strawberries in elegant clothing and jewelry. References to "Dionysus" — the Greek god of wine.
What's Inside Each Version:
📖 PHOTOBOOK – 76 pages of version-specific concept photos (150 x 210 x 7.5mm)
Ver. 01: Photo booth playful concept
Ver. 02: Dual persona concept
Ver. 03: Rose room romantic concept
Ver. 04: Greek mythology fruit concept
💿 CD – All 7 tracks including "Boy With Luv" ft. Halsey
📚 MINI BOOK "화양연화 THE NOTES" – 20 pages (90 x 27mm) continuing the BTS Universe storyline! Each version has different content.
🎴 PHOTOCARD – Random 1 of 28 total designs (7 members × 4 versions)
📬 POSTCARD – Random 1 of 7 members (80 x 120mm) with member's handwritten message on the back!
🎞️ PHOTO FILM – Film strip-style photo (170mm)
First Press Limited Bonus:
📸 CLEAR PHOTO PICKET – Randomly included in limited first press copies only!
🖼️ POSTER – 620 x 448mm, version-specific (first press only)
The Story: Who Is Your Persona?
"Persona" explores the concept of the masks we wear — inspired by Carl Jung's analytical psychology. The "persona" is the social face we present to the world versus our true inner self. This album asks: Who am I? What do I show to others? What do I hide?
The title track "Boy With Luv" (작은 것들을 위한 시) means "A Poem for Small Things" — focusing on the small, everyday moments of love rather than grand gestures. It's a callback to their 2014 track "Boy In Luv" but with matured perspective.
CONTENTS FOR ALBUM:
- MAP OF THE SOUL : PERSONA ALBUM 4 Types All
- PHOTOBOOK : 150 X 210 X 7.5(mm) / 76 page(EACH)(Different Design / Ver.) / 1CD
- PHOTOCARD : 1ea Random Out of 7 Types (DIfferent Design / Ver. 28 Types All)
- CLEAR PHOTO PICKET 1ea (※Random For 1st Press Only)
- MINI BOOK (화양연화 The Notes) : 4 Versions / 90 x 27mm / 20 Page(EACH)
- POSTCARD 1ea Random Out of 7 Types 80 X 120(mm)
- PHOTO FILM 1ea 170 X 46(mm)
TRACK LIST:
1. Intro : Persona
2. Boy with Luv
3. Mikrokosmos
4. Make It Right5. HOME
6. Jamais Vu
7. Dionysus
VERSION
01 Ver.
02 Ver.
03 Ver.
4 Ver.
Collaborations:
🎤 Halsey – Featured on "Boy With Luv"
🎸 Ed Sheeran – Co-wrote "Make It Right"
🎹 KOOLKID (Ryan Lawrie) – Wrote the iconic guitar riff for "Mikrokosmos"
This Album Is For:
ARMYs who need this iconic pink era in their collection 💗
Fans who fell in love with "Boy With Luv" or "Mikrokosmos" 🎵
BTS Universe enthusiasts (THE NOTES mini book continues the storyline!) 📚
Collectors wanting all 4 versions for the complete photocard set (28 total!) 🎴
Anyone who appreciates record-breaking K-pop history 🏆
Chart Achievements:
🏆 #1 Billboard 200 – First group since The Beatles with 3 #1s in under a year
🏆 #1 UK Albums Chart – First Korean act to reach #1 in UK
🏆 #1 in Australia, New Zealand, Scotland – First Korean act in each country
🏆 3.2 million first month sales – Best-selling album in South Korea at the time
🏆 3x Million Certification – First group to receive this from Gaon
🏆 2.13 million first week sales – Highest ever on Hanteo at that time
Order now from Kpop Exchange! Fast USA shipping, chart-eligible for Hanteo and Circle Chart, and we include freebies because owning this piece of K-pop history is basically mandatory ARMY behavior. 💜
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Frequently Asked Questions About BTS Map of the Soul: Persona
Q: What is BTS Map of the Soul: Persona? A: Map of the Soul: Persona is BTS's 6th mini album (EP), released on April 12, 2019. It features "Boy With Luv" featuring Halsey as the title track and explores the concept of "persona" — the masks we wear in society. The album debuted at #1 on Billboard 200.
Q: How many versions of BTS Map of the Soul: Persona are there? A: There are 4 versions: Version 01, Version 02, Version 03, and Version 04. Each version has different concept photos in the photobook, different The Notes mini book content, and version-specific photocard designs (7 per version, 28 total).
Q: What is included in BTS Map of the Soul: Persona album? A: Each album includes: 76-page Photobook, CD, 20-page Mini Book (The Notes), Photocard (random 1 of 28), Postcard (random 1 of 7), and Photo Film. First press editions may include a poster and Clear Photo Picket.
Q: What is the title track of BTS Map of the Soul: Persona? A: The title track is "작은 것들을 위한 시 (Boy With Luv)" featuring American singer Halsey. The title translates to "A Poem for Small Things."
Q: How many pages is the BTS Map of the Soul: Persona photobook? A: The photobook is 76 pages (150 x 210 x 7.5mm). Each of the 4 versions has completely different concept photos.
Q: What is the difference between Version 01, 02, 03, and 04? A: Version 01 features playful photo booth shots, Version 02 shows dual personas/contrasting sides, Version 03 has romantic rose-themed photos in pink rooms, and Version 04 features Greek mythology-inspired photos with grapes and strawberries.
Q: How many photocards are in BTS Map of the Soul: Persona? A: Each album includes 1 random photocard. There are 28 total designs (7 members × 4 versions), so each version has 7 different photocard possibilities.
Q: What is "The Notes" mini book in BTS Persona? A: "The Notes" (화양연화 The Notes) is a 20-page mini book that continues the BTS Universe storyline. Each version has different content, connecting to the fictional narrative that spans across BTS albums, books, and media.
Q: What songs are on BTS Map of the Soul: Persona? A: The tracklist includes: 1) Intro: Persona (RM solo), 2) Boy With Luv ft. Halsey (title), 3) Mikrokosmos, 4) Make It Right (co-written by Ed Sheeran), 5) HOME, 6) Jamais Vu (J-Hope, Jin, Jungkook unit), and 7) Dionysus.
Q: Did BTS collaborate with Halsey on Persona? A: Yes! American singer Halsey features on the title track "Boy With Luv." Ed Sheeran also co-wrote the song "Make It Right."
Q: What records did BTS Map of the Soul: Persona break? A: The album debuted at #1 on Billboard 200, making BTS the first group since The Beatles to have three #1 albums in under a year. It sold 3.2 million copies in its first month, becoming the best-selling album in South Korea at that time. It was also BTS's first #1 album in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Scotland.
Q: What is the size of BTS Map of the Soul: Persona album? A: The photobook measures 150 x 210 x 7.5mm. The Mini Book (The Notes) is 90 x 27mm. Postcards are 80 x 120mm.
Q: Is there a poster in BTS Map of the Soul: Persona? A: Yes, first press editions include a folded poster (620 x 448mm). Each version has a different poster design. Note: Posters may not be available in current pressings.
Q: Where can I buy BTS Map of the Soul: Persona in the USA? A: You can purchase BTS Map of the Soul: Persona from Kpop Exchange, which ships from Denver, Colorado. US customers receive fast domestic shipping with no customs fees, and purchases count toward Hanteo and Circle Chart.
Q: What is the meaning behind "Persona"? A: The album title references Carl Jung's concept of "persona" — the social mask we present to the world versus our true inner self. The album explores identity, self-reflection, and the different faces we show in different situations.
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