Stray Kids Lyrics

About "Stray Kids"

Stray Kids by Stray Kids is an energetic anthem all about this group's journey and celebration of said journey. It speaks to their independence and how they can overcome anything, thus giving a reflection of their growth.

• Release Date: July 19, 2024
• Album: ATE
• Composers: Bang Chan, Changbin, Han (Stray Kids), DallasK, Ronnie Icon
• Lyricists: Bang Chan, Changbin, Han (Stray Kids)
• Arranger: DallasK

Annotations and Meaning.

The song Stray Kids is a statement of bravado for the band.

[Verse 1]

Here, Felix, I.N, and Hyunjin express an aspect of the group related to ambition and independence. With words like "We're gonna go our way / To places still unknown" and "We do what we wanna do," the trio brings a message that seeks to be firm in carving their path to making it out of here.

[Pre-Chorus]

Han thinks about the struggle and sweat put in the past that now has led them to their present status. "어린 나의 분화구에 터져 나왔던 갈등" (The conflict that exploded in the crater of my young self) and "Every part of me, 해내야만 했던 그날들의 힘듦" (The hardships of those days when I had to do it) both put a great emphasis on such character development and pride.

[Chorus]

Bang Chan, Lee Know, and Seungmin say they are now celebrating. "Stray Kids still gonna rock / On the Hellevator, yeah, we head to the top" explains their continual rise and how the group takes no heed. The line "We don't give a what" adds to the previous confidence and attitude against any external opinion.

[Verse 2]

Felix, Hyunjin, and Changbin talk about the conflict between fame and personal values. "돈과 명예 중 뭘 더 원해" (What do you want more, money or fame?) and "어두운 터널을 걸으며 그렸지 우리의 청사진" (Walking through the dark tunnel, we envisioned our blueprint) show their musings about success and loyalty to the value of the team.

[Pre-Chorus]

Felix and Han reaffirm their self-belief and perseverance. "Oh, I won't let me fall down" and "So proud of myself, never doubt" show the attitude of self-belief in themselves, that no matter what comes their way, they are going to stand tall.

[Chorus]

The chorus repeats the same message of resilience, ambition, identity, and putting efforts into reaching the next level.

[Post-Chorus]

The "Woah, woah, oh, oh, woah" repeated creates a triumphant feel, as if celebrating the unyielding spirit and collective energy of the band. Stray Kids is an emboldening track that embodies the journey and growth of Stray Kids. The high energy of the beat, plus motivational lyrics, takes on their own determination to keep pushing forward and accomplishing their goals.