SEVENTEEN: The K-Pop Group that Stole Our Hearts
Who are SEVENTEEN?
SEVENTEEN is a South Korean boy group formed by Pledis Entertainment in 2015. The group consists of 13 members, divided into three sub-units: Hip-Hop Unit, Vocal Unit, and Performance Unit. The members are:
Hip-Hop Unit:
- S.Coups (Leader)
- Wonwoo
- Mingyu
- Vernon
Vocal Unit:
- Woozi (Leader)
- Jeonghan
- Joshua
- DK
- Seungkwan
Performance Unit:
- Hoshi (Leader)
- Jun
- The8
- Dino
Music Style and Influences
SEVENTEEN's music style is a fusion of genres such as pop, rock, hip-hop, and R&B. Their songs often feature catchy melodies, intricate choreography, and meaningful lyrics that explore themes of love, self-empowerment, and youth.
The group's music is heavily influenced by Western pop and rock music, as well as traditional Korean music. They have cited artists such as Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, and EXO as inspirations.
Discography
SEVENTEEN has released four studio albums:
- Love & Letter (2015)
- Teen, Age (2017)
- An Ode (2019)
- Semicolon (2020)
They have also released several EPs, singles, and collaborations with other artists.
Awards and Achievements
SEVENTEEN has won numerous awards, including:
- Best New Male Artist at the Melon Music Awards (2015)
- Best New Artist at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (2015)
- Disk Bonsang at the Golden Disk Awards (2016)
- Best Dance Performance Male Group at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (2017)
Philanthropy and Social Causes
SEVENTEEN is known for their involvement in various charity events and social causes. They have participated in fundraising campaigns for organizations such as UNICEF and the Korean Red Cross.
Fun Facts
- SEVENTEEN's fans are called CARAT.
- The group's name, SEVENTEEN, represents the average age of the members when they debuted.
- SEVENTEEN holds the Guinness World Record for Most Viewed Music Video in 24 Hours for their song "Home;Run".
With their infectious energy, captivating performances, and meaningful music, SEVENTEEN has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
