SEVENTEEN’s New Subunit Hoshi X Woozi Debuts with “Beam”
On March 10, SEVENTEEN captivated fans with the debut of their latest subunit, Hoshi X Woozi, through the release of their first single album titled Beam. The album’s lead track, 96ers, was unveiled alongside an engaging music video that has quickly gained attention.
The excitement surrounding this release had been building, fueled by teaser images and promotional content shared in the lead-up. Fans were eager to watch the music video as soon as it became available online, leading to a surge of views upon its release.
Alongside the track’s catchy melody and compelling visuals, what stood out were the thoughtful references to various elements from SEVENTEEN’s discography, enriching the viewing experience for devoted fans. For instance, a lyric directly echoes a phrase from the group’s leader line subunit song, CHEERS, with the line, “At the party, raise the glass, (CHEERS).”
Additionally, the inclusion of “Geonbae, Salute”adds a playful nod to a joke made by member DK during their travel reality show, NANA TOUR, showcasing the subunit’s clever incorporation of inside jokes. This approach has fostered a warm connection with fans, as it subtly highlights their camaraderie and shared experiences within the group.
Fan Reactions to “96ers”and Music Video
The response from fans and netizens has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their admiration for the intricacies of the music video and its layers of SEVENTEEN references. Here are some of the notable reactions:
“IDK THEY’RE JUST GENIUS GENIUS”
“AHHHH IM SO SAD BC THIS COULD’VE BEEN OUR PARTY SONG EVERY CONCERT’S ENCORE AND I THINK THEY WOULD ACTUALLY PERFORM IT ON APRIL”said a fan on X
“this song is full of svt references”added another fan
“I’M SO OBSESSED WITH ALL THE CONTEXTS OH MY GOD”commented a netizen
Many fans further noted the visual style of the music video, drawing comparisons to previous SEVENTEEN releases while praising the creative direction that mirrors their youthful exuberance:
“I dare say the MV has stylistic similarities to both Spider and Ruby. This track is literally an ode to their youth”stated a fan
“You’ll really know that they produce their own music coz they add a lot of inside jokes and seventeen lore on their lyrics”added an X user
“I LOVE THEIR BRAINS SO MUCH”said a netizen
“seventeen sampling themselves because they’re the real OG”commented another X user
Understanding SEVENTEEN and Its Subunits
SEVENTEEN, a prominent 13-member K-pop boy group under Pledis Entertainment since its debut in 2015, is known for its diverse musical styles and synchronized performances. The group comprises members S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino, and is organized into three primary subunits: Hip Hop, Performance, and Vocal.
- Hip Hop Subunit: Featuring Mingyu, Wonwoo, S.Coups, and Vernon.
- Performance Subunit: Comprising The8, Jun, Dino, and Hoshi.
- Vocal Subunit: Consists of DK, Seungkwan, Joshua, Woozi, and Jeonghan.
In February 2023, SEVENTEEN introduced another subunit, BSS (BooSeokSoon), which launched their single album Second Wind followed by a recent comeback with Teleparty. The newest addition to this dynamic group of subunits is Hoshi X Woozi, celebrating the voices of two members born in 1996 with their debut album Beam. This album includes three tracks: Pinocchio featuring So!YoOn!, 96ers, and Stupid Idiot, all of which have captured the attention of fans.
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