Seventeen
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| Seventeen performing live in 2023 Seventeen performing live in 2023 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop, R&B, Hip hop |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Pledis Entertainment |
| Website | Official website |
Seventeen (Korean: 세븐틴) is a South Korean boy band formed by Pledis Entertainment in 2015. The group consists of thirteen members divided into three sub-units, each with a different area of specialization: hip-hop, vocal, and performance. Seventeen is known for their synchronized choreography, self-produced music, and active involvement in the creative process of their albums.
History[edit | edit source]
Formation and Debut[edit | edit source]
Seventeen was formed by Pledis Entertainment and debuted on May 26, 2015, with the extended play (EP) 17 Carat. The group was unique in the K-pop industry for having a large number of members and for being heavily involved in the production of their music and choreography. Their debut EP was well-received, and they quickly gained a following both domestically and internationally.
Rise to Fame[edit | edit source]
Following their debut, Seventeen released several successful albums and EPs, including Boys Be (2015), Love & Letter (2016), and Going Seventeen (2016). Their music often features themes of youth, love, and self-discovery, resonating with a wide audience. The group's popularity continued to grow with their energetic performances and engaging fan interactions.
International Success[edit | edit source]
Seventeen's international breakthrough came with their 2017 album Teen, Age, which charted in several countries and solidified their status as a leading K-pop group. They have since embarked on multiple world tours, performing in North America, Europe, and Asia, and have been recognized with numerous awards for their contributions to music and performance.
Members[edit | edit source]
Seventeen is composed of thirteen members, each contributing to the group's diverse talents:
- S.Coups (Leader, Hip-hop unit leader)
- Jeonghan (Vocalist)
- Joshua (Vocalist)
- Jun (Performance unit)
- Hoshi (Performance unit leader)
- Wonwoo (Rapper)
- Woozi (Vocal unit leader, Producer)
- DK (Vocalist)
- Mingyu (Rapper)
- The8 (Performance unit)
- Seungkwan (Vocalist)
- Vernon (Rapper)
- Dino (Performance unit)
Discography[edit | edit source]
Studio Albums[edit | edit source]
- Love & Letter (2016)
- Teen, Age (2017)
- An Ode (2019)
- Face the Sun (2022)
Extended Plays[edit | edit source]
- 17 Carat (2015)
- Boys Be (2015)
- You Make My Day (2018)
- You Made My Dawn (2019)
Achievements[edit | edit source]
Seventeen has received numerous awards, including the Golden Disc Awards, Seoul Music Awards, and Mnet Asian Music Awards. They are known for their innovative performances and have been praised for their ability to connect with fans through their music and social media presence.
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