SEVENTEEN's S.COUPS x MINGYU Unveil 'HYPE VIBES' Unit, Promising Iconic Charm

SEVENTEEN's S.COUPS and MINGYU are set to captivate global music fans with their new unit, gearing up to release their first mini-album titled ‘HYPE VIBES’ on the 29th at 6 PM KST. The duo aims to showcase their unique and iconic charisma through this new project.

The album, ‘HYPE VIBES’, embodies a hot and free atmosphere where everyone can enjoy and connect, echoing the similar pronunciation to ‘high-five’. This reflects S.COUPS and MINGYU's desire to connect broadly with diverse individuals. They have crafted the album by depicting various everyday moments through music, allowing listeners to find tracks that resonate with their current mood. The release explores a wide musical spectrum, incorporating genres such as hip-hop, easy-listening pop, rock, and EDM.

This venture marks a fresh endeavor for the artists, primarily known for their intense musical expressions as members of SEVENTEEN's hip-hop unit. Both S.COUPS and MINGYU have actively participated in writing and composing all six tracks, infusing the album with their distinct tastes and sensibilities.

The title track, ‘5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman) (feat. Lay Bankz)’, expresses candid feelings of attraction towards someone irresistibly captivating. It features a catchy melody interpolating Roy Orbison's hit ‘Oh, Pretty Woman’, fused with disco sounds for an upbeat vibe. The track is further elevated by a feature from rising Z-세대 hip-hop artist Lay Bankz.

Anticipation is high for the performance, as seen in the recently released title track challenge video, where the duo displayed their free-spirited charm with rhythmic steps and groovy moves. The video has already surpassed 180 million views, inspiring thousands of fan-created dance covers and hinting at a potential challenge craze.

Beyond their music, S.COUPS and MINGYU have solidified their status as an 'iconic duo' through their activities in variety shows and fashion pictorials. They recently appeared on shows like ‘Salon Drip 2’ and graced the cover of the 20th-anniversary issue of global fashion magazine ‘HYPEBEAST’. They are set to premiere the new song's performance on Mnet’s ‘M Countdown’ on the 2nd. Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN, the group they belong to, recently held a concert in Hong Kong and is scheduled for tours in North America and Japan.

S.COUPS and MINGYU, members of SEVENTEEN's hip-hop unit, have garnered significant popularity for their powerful rap and performances. This unit album presents an opportunity for both artists to showcase new musical colors and charms they haven't previously displayed. The album title, ‘HYPE VIBES’, evokes ‘high-five’, symbolizing positive and energetic communication with their fans.