Stray Kids SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ Album [SKZHOP Version]
STAY… this one hits different.
Stray Kids’ SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ breaks away from th...
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Stray Kids SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ Album [SKZHOP Version]
STAY… this one hits different.
Stray Kids’ SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ breaks away from the traditional K-pop album format and leans fully into a hip-hop mixtape identity, delivering raw sound, bold visuals, and unapologetic SKZ energy.
This is Stray Kids at their most experimental, gritty, and creative — a project that feels less like a polished comeback and more like something straight out of their studio sessions.
The SKZHOP Version captures that underground mixtape vibe perfectly:
Street-inspired graphics
High-contrast red + black visuals
Collage-style packaging
DIY zine / hip-hop culture aesthetic
It’s chaotic. It’s loud. It’s Stray Kids.
Release Date
December 13, 2024
WHY THIS ERA MATTERS
This isn’t just another SKZ release — it represents:
Their creative freedom as producers
A return to their hip-hop roots
A concept-driven project that feels personal and raw
For longtime STAYs, this feels like a callback to early SKZ energy — but evolved, sharper, and more confident.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Outbox (1ea)
Photobook (60 pages)
CD Book (1ea)
CD-R (1ea)
Photocard (Random 1 out of 8)
Unit Photocard (Random 1 out of 4)
Sticker (1 type)
Mini Poster (1 type)
Pre-Order Only (First Press):
Folded Poster (1 type)
Graphic Sticker (1 type)
TRACKLIST:
1. Walkin On Water 2. Bounce Back 3. U (Ft. Tablo) 4. Walkin On Water (HIP Ver.) 5. Railway by BANG CHAN 6. Unfair by FELIX (Stray Kids) 7. HALLUCINATION by I.N 8 Youth by LEE KNOW 9. So Good by HYUNJIN 10. ULTRA by CHANGBIN 11. Hold My Hand by HAN (Stray Kids) 12. 그렇게, 천천히, 우리 (As We Are) by SEUNGMIN
🖤 WHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL
✔️ HIPTAPE concept (rare format in K-pop)
✔️ Dual photocard system:
Individual photocards
Unit photocards (harder to collect 🔥)
✔️ Bold, collectible packaging design
✔️ First press exclusives increase long-term value
✔️ Strong visual identity tied to SKZ branding
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Q: What is Stray Kids SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’?
A: SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ is a special Stray Kids release that presents a hip-hop-inspired concept album (or “hiptape”), combining bold visuals, experimental sounds, and a mixtape-style identity.
It stands apart from traditional albums with its raw, street-influenced aesthetic.
Q: What does the SKZHOP Version include?
A: This version includes:
Outbox packaging
60-page photobook
CD + CD book
Random photocard (1 of 8)
Random unit photocard (1 of 4)
Sticker + mini poster
Pre-order versions may include exclusive folded poster and graphic sticker
Q: What is a unit photocard?
A: A unit photocard features two or more members together, rather than individual member cards.
These are:
More limited
Highly collectible
Often harder to complete as a full set
Q: Are photocards random in this album?
A: Yes:
1 random individual photocard (out of 8)
1 random unit photocard (out of 4)
Each album gives a different pull — part of the fun (and pain 😭).
Q: Does this album include a CD?
A: Yes — this is a physical album, so it includes a CD with the music.
Q: What makes this different from other Stray Kids albums?
A: This album stands out because:
It follows a hiptape / mixtape concept
More raw and experimental styling
Unique packaging and visual direction
Includes both solo + unit photocards
Q: Is this album good for collectors?
A: Yes — especially because:
Includes unit photocards (high demand)
First press benefits
Unique concept packaging
Limited availability over time
Q: Will I get duplicates if I buy multiple albums?
A: Yes — since photocards are random, duplicates can happen. Many fans buy multiple copies to:
Complete member sets
Trade with other STAYs
Q: Does this album come with a poster?
A:
Mini poster is included
Folded poster is first press only and not guaranteed
Q: What is a HIPTAPE in K-pop?
A: A “hiptape” is similar to a mixtape — it focuses on:
Creative freedom
Strong concept identity
Experimental sound
It’s less commercial, more artist-driven energy.
Q: Is this album beginner-friendly?
A: Yes — but it’s especially great for:
Fans who like SKZ’s harder, hip-hop sound
Collectors looking for unique releases
STAYs who want something different from standard albums