We are now in May, and today we are going to take a look at some of our favorite groups, and their debuts. It is always a joy to go back to look at the beginning of our faves and watch the progression to now. There are many groups on this list that we know and love and we are going to talk about the song that started it all for each of them. 

SHINee - “Replay” 

On May 25, 2008, SM Entertainment mega boy group SHINee had their iconic debut. Everyone knows this song. SHINee is a five-member group that features talented members Onew, Minho, Key, Jonghyun, and Taemin. Their debut track “Replay” is one of the most well-known debuts in K-Pop. This R&B track is a cute love song about admiring a crush, and the early 2000’s R&B sound is strong in this song. Just from this debut, we got to see SHINee's strong talent. The members' vocals and rap create a song that you will never forget. 

2NE1 - “FIRE” 

On May 17, 2009, YG Entertainment's historic girl group 2NE1 dropped their single, “FIRE.” “Eh-eh-eh-eh-eh-eh-eh-eh, 2NE1.” This well-known track incorporates electro beats and skillful rapping. “FIRE” is an addictive dance track that makes you want to bust a move. The members Bom, Dara, CL, and Minzy are energetic, and watching them have fun in the video makes you want to join in. 2NE1 has so many iconic songs and seeing their beginning puts a smile on your face. 

MONSTA X - “Trespass” 

On May 14, 2015, Starship Entertainment’s well-known boy group MONSTA X stepped into the scene with their hard-hitting track “Trespass.” The members Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, I.M., and former member Wonho kicked through the wall and gave us an impactful and unforgettable dynamic debut. The video is electric and the song is energetic. You can’t help but dance and sing along. From their debut, we got to see how powerful MONSTA X is and they have continued to be. 

SEVENTEEN - “Adore U” 

On May 26, 2015, Pledis Entertainment’s super super-talented boy group SEVENTEEN came onto the scene with their adorable debut track “Adore U.” This track is upbeat and is a beautiful love song. Members S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino gave us a spotless performance that introduced us to the talent of SEVENTEEN. “Adore U” is a top-tier debut with amazing vocals and synchronized choreography, and will always be outstanding.

Edited by Vivian N.