ITZY: The Life Story Behind K-Pop's Confident Group

ITZY is a group that arrived with a message, and the message was simple: be yourself, and do not apologise for it. Their first song was called Dalla Dalla, which means “different” in Korean, and it was about refusing to fit into other people’s idea of who you should be. The five members sang it with a confidence that was unusual for a new group. They were young, but they did not sound shy. They sounded sure of themselves, and that sureness became their trademark.

The group was formed by JYP Entertainment, the company behind Twice and other big K-pop acts. The five members were Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong and Yuna. Each of them had trained for years, and each of them had a story of her own. Ryujin had appeared in a BTS music video before her debut, and she had been noticed for her strong presence. Chaeryeong had trained for a long time and had appeared on a survival show as a teenager. Yeji was chosen as the leader, and she was known for her powerful dancing and her calm, steady character. Lia was the main singer, with a clear and emotional voice. Yuna was the youngest, and she had a bright, natural charm that made her stand out.

ITZY’s story is about a group that grew up in public, in a very short time. They debuted in 2019, and within a year they were one of the most talked-about new groups in K-pop. They toured the world, they won awards, and they built a fan base that loved their energy. They also faced hard moments, including a member’s health break, and they handled it with care. This is the story of five young women who chose confidence as their identity, and who worked hard to live up to it.

Five Girls Who Refused to Be Ordinary

The five members of ITZY came to JYP Entertainment from different places, but they shared one thing: they had all spent years preparing for a debut that was never certain. In the K-pop system, a trainee can work for years and still never be chosen for a group. Yeji trained for about three years, and she was known for her dancing and her stage presence. Ryujin trained for about four years, and she had already appeared on television before her debut. Chaeryeong trained for even longer, and she had been through the disappointment of a survival show where she did not make the final group. That experience made her stronger, but it was also painful.

Lia had trained in Canada and in Korea, and she had a different background from the others. She had studied abroad, and she spoke English well, which later helped the group in other countries. Yuna was the youngest member, and she had been found by the company while she was still a schoolgirl. She trained for about three years, and she grew up quickly in the training system. The five girls lived and trained together, and they learned to trust each other before they had any fans.

JYP Entertainment had a plan for the group. The company wanted a girl group that was different from Twice, its biggest girl group at the time. Twice was known for bright, cheerful music, and ITZY would be bolder and more confident. The group’s concept was built around the idea of self-love and being different, and the name ITZY was chosen because it sounds like the English phrase “it is”, as in “it is me”. The idea was that the group would be themselves, and that would be enough.

The members also had to learn to perform as a group of five, which is a small number for a K-pop group. A small group has nowhere to hide. Each member must sing well, dance well and hold the stage on her own. ITZY’s members were chosen because they could do that. Yeji and Ryujin were strong dancers, Lia was a strong singer, Chaeryeong was a skilled dancer with a gentle voice, and Yuna was a natural performer. Together, they made a group that felt complete, even with only five members.

When the group was announced in early 2019, there was a lot of interest. JYP had a strong record with girl groups, and fans were curious to see what the new group would sound like. The members were young, and they were under pressure to succeed from the very first day. They had trained for years, and now they had to prove that the training had been worth it.

Dalla Dalla and a Record-Breaking First Step

ITZY made their debut on 12 February 2019 with the single Dalla Dalla. The song was bold and energetic, and its lyrics talked about being different and not caring what other people think. The music video was bright and stylish, and it quickly became one of the most watched debut videos in K-pop history. Within a day, it had set a record for the most views for a K-pop debut video, and the group became famous almost overnight.

The song’s success was not only about numbers. It was also about the message. Many young people, especially young girls, felt that the song spoke to them. It told them that it was all right to be different, and that they did not need to change themselves to please others. That message was powerful, and it helped the group connect with fans who were the same age as the members. ITZY was not singing about love in the usual way. They were singing about self-respect, and that felt fresh.

The group also won their first music show award very quickly, only nine days after their debut. That was one of the fastest wins for a new girl group, and it showed how strong the public response had been. The members were excited, but they were also under pressure. A fast start is a good thing, but it also raises expectations. The group would have to prove that they could keep going, and that Dalla Dalla was not a one-time success.

Their next release, Icy, came in July 2019. The song was about being confident and cool, even when people try to bring you down. It was another energetic track, and it became a hit as well. The group performed it at festivals and on television, and their live performances were praised for their energy and their sharp dancing. ITZY was building a reputation as a group that performed well live, which is not something every K-pop group can claim.

By the end of 2019, ITZY had won several rookie awards, and they were recognised as one of the best new groups of the year. They had done in a few months what takes many groups years to achieve. But they were still very young, and they had a lot to learn. The next year would bring their biggest song yet, and it would change their career again.

Icy, Wannabe and the Shoulder Dance the World Copied

In March 2020, ITZY released Wannabe, and it became their most famous song. Wannabe was about wanting to be yourself, not someone else’s idea of you, and it carried the same message as Dalla Dalla, but in a more mature way. The song’s chorus was catchy, and its dance included a shoulder movement that became famous around the world. Fans, dancers and even other K-pop idols copied the shoulder dance, and it became one of the most recognisable dance moves in K-pop.

Wannabe was a turning point for the group. It showed that ITZY could make a song that was both meaningful and fun, and it proved that their message was not a one-time idea. The group performed Wannabe on music shows, at award ceremonies and online, and each performance added to the song’s fame. The members were now known not only in Korea, but also in other countries, where K-pop fans were growing in number.

The same year, the group released Not Shy, which was another confident song about being honest in love and in life. The title said it all: the group was not shy about who they were. Not Shy was a hit, and it kept the group’s momentum going through a difficult year, when the pandemic made live concerts impossible. The group had to connect with fans through screens instead of stages, and they did it through online concerts and social media.

During this period, the members also began to show their individual personalities. Ryujin became known for her cool, calm style, and she appeared in fashion work. Yeji was praised for her dancing, and she performed solo stages that showed off her skills. Yuna became known for her bright personality on variety shows. Chaeryeong worked hard on her dancing and singing, and Lia’s voice became a highlight of the group’s ballads. The group was growing, and each member was finding her own voice.

Wannabe also changed how people talked about ITZY. They were no longer only a new group with a good debut. They were a group with a clear identity, a strong fan base and a catalogue of songs that people remembered. The shoulder dance became a symbol of the group, and it was a reminder that a simple, well-made dance move can travel further than any marketing campaign.

Not Shy, Mafia and Growing Up in Public

In 2021, ITZY released Mafia in the Morning, which was a darker and more dramatic song than their earlier work. The song used a mafia theme, and it was about playing a game of trust and deception. It was a risk, because it was different from the bright, confident songs the group was known for. Some fans loved the change, and some found it strange. But the song was a hit, and it showed that ITZY was willing to try new ideas, even if they were not safe.

The same year, the group released Loco, which was about the madness of being in love. Loco was energetic and fun, and it became another popular song. The group was now releasing music at a fast pace, and they were building a large catalogue of songs. They were also preparing for their first world tour, which would take them to countries they had never visited before.

The group’s music was changing as the members grew older. They were no longer teenagers, and their songs began to deal with more adult themes. They sang about love, about doubt, and about the pressure of being watched. That growth was natural, and it helped the group stay relevant. A group that sings the same kind of song forever will eventually sound old. ITZY was learning to grow with its fans, and that was a smart choice.

In 2022, the group released Sneakers, which was a bright, summery song about running free in your favourite shoes. It was a return to the group’s cheerful side, and it became a hit during the summer. The group also released Cheshire later that year, which was playful and a little strange, with a music video that used a cat theme. The two songs showed the group’s range, and they proved that ITZY could still make fun, light music as well as darker tracks.

By this time, ITZY had become a global group. Their fans, who are called MIDZY, were in many countries, and the group had performed in Asia, America and Europe. They were no longer a Korean group with some foreign fans. They were a global act, and they had to think about audiences in many different cultures. That is a big responsibility for a group of young women, but they handled it with the confidence that had defined them from the start.

World Tours, Sneakers and the Second Chapter

ITZY’s first world tour, called Checkmate, began in 2022, and it took the group to cities in Asia and the United States. The tour was a big step, because it meant performing for fans who had only seen the group on screens before. The members worked hard to make each show special, and they performed their best-known songs with energy and precision. The tour was a success, and it showed that ITZY had a real following outside Korea.

The group also released new music during this period, including the album Kill My Doubt in 2023, which included the song Cake. Cake was a fun, upbeat track, and it became popular in the summer. The album’s title, Kill My Doubt, was a message about overcoming self-doubt, and it fitted the group’s theme of confidence. The members spoke in interviews about the doubts they had faced, and about how they had learned to trust themselves. That honesty made the album feel personal.

In 2024, the group released Born to Be, an album that was made while Lia was on a break from activities. The album was strong and confident, and it included solo songs for each member, which was a first for the group. The solo songs allowed each member to show her own style, and they were well received by fans. The group also held a second world tour, which took them to even more cities. The tour showed that ITZY could perform as a group of four, and that they were professional enough to handle a difficult situation.

The group’s second chapter was also about growing up. The members were now in their early twenties, and they were thinking about their futures. They were no longer the teenagers who had debuted in 2019, and their music reflected that. They sang about more complex feelings, and they performed with a maturity that had not been there before. The group was learning to be adults in public, which is not easy, but they were doing it well.

Lia Steps Away and the Group Holds Together

In September 2023, JYP Entertainment announced that Lia would take a break from activities because of health reasons. The company said she was suffering from anxiety, and that she needed time to rest and recover. The news was sad for fans, and it was a reminder of the pressure that K-pop idols face. Lia had worked hard for years, and she had performed under intense scrutiny. Taking a break was the right decision, but it was not an easy one.

The other four members continued to work, and they supported Lia in public. They mentioned her in interviews, and they said they were waiting for her to return. The group performed as four, and they did it well, but the absence of a member was felt. Lia’s voice was an important part of the group’s sound, and her absence changed the group’s harmonies. The members handled it with professionalism, and they did not complain. They focused on their work, and they waited.

Lia’s break lasted for more than a year, and during that time she received treatment and rested. She later returned to activities, and her return was welcomed by fans. The group’s album Gold, released in October 2024, marked a new chapter, and it was a bright, confident record. Lia’s return showed that a break does not have to end a career. Sometimes a break is what saves a career, and Lia’s story is a good example of that.

The group’s handling of Lia’s break also showed a change in K-pop. In the past, idols were often expected to keep working even when they were unwell. Today, there is more understanding that health matters, and that a break is not a failure. ITZY’s story is part of that change, and it is an important one. The group showed that it is possible to be successful and to take care of yourself at the same time.

Gold, Girls Will Be Girls and the Road Ahead

In 2024, ITZY released Gold, an album that felt like a fresh start. The title song was bright and confident, and it was about shining like gold. The album included Lia’s return, and it was a happy moment for the group and for their fans. The members performed together again, and the group felt whole. Gold was a success, and it showed that ITZY could come back from a hard time stronger than before.

The group continued to release music in 2025, including the album Girls Will Be Girls, which carried a message about young women supporting each other. The title was a play on the old saying “boys will be boys”, and it turned that saying into a positive message about girls. The album was well received, and it showed that ITZY still had something to say. The group was no longer the newest act in K-pop, but it was still relevant, and it still had a clear voice.

Today, ITZY is one of the most established girl groups of its generation. The members have grown from teenagers into young adults, and they have learned a lot along the way. They have toured the world, won awards, and built a fan base that spans many countries. They have also learned to handle pressure, to support each other, and to keep going when things are hard. Those lessons are not only about music. They are about life.

The group’s future is still being written, and the members have many years ahead of them. They may release more albums, they may work on solo projects, and they may try new things. What is clear is that ITZY has already made a mark on K-pop. They showed that a group can be confident, honest and different, and still be loved. That is a legacy worth having, and it is one that will last.

The Dances, the Tours and the Fans Called MIDZY

ITZY’s dancing deserves a closer look, because it is one of the group’s greatest strengths. The members are known for their sharp, powerful choreography, and their dances are among the hardest in K-pop. The shoulder dance from Wannabe became famous around the world, but it was only one example. The dances for Dalla Dalla, Icy, Not Shy and Loco were also complex and energetic, and they required the members to be strong, precise and perfectly in sync. The group practised for hours each day to achieve that precision, and the results showed on stage.

The group’s fans are called MIDZY, a name that plays on the Korean word for trust, and the bond between ITZY and MIDZY is strong. MIDZY supported the group from its debut, they copied the group’s dances, they attended concerts, and they waited patiently during Lia’s break. The fans’ light rings, which glow in a bright colour, became a familiar sight at concerts, and they turned arenas into seas of light. That sight is a reminder of how much the group means to its supporters, and how much the supporters mean to the group.

ITZY’s world tours also deserve attention. The Checkmate tour in 2022 took the group to cities in Asia and the United States, and it was their first chance to perform for fans who had only seen them on screens. The Born to Be tour in 2024 was even bigger, and it took them to more cities. Touring is tiring, and it requires discipline and teamwork, but ITZY handled it well. The members performed with energy and precision, and they connected with fans in a way that felt personal. The tours showed that ITZY was a global group, not only a Korean one.

The group’s music videos are also part of their appeal. The videos for Dalla Dalla, Wannabe and Loco were stylish, colourful and full of energy, and they were watched millions of times. The videos showed the members’ personalities, their fashion and their dancing, and they helped the group reach new fans. In a world where music is often discovered through video, ITZY’s videos were an important part of their success. They were not only songs. They were visual experiences, and they were made with care.

The members’ individual talents also deserve mention. Yeji is known for her powerful dancing and her stage presence, and she has performed solo stages that showed off her skills. Ryujin is known for her cool, calm style, and she has become a fashion icon. Chaeryeong is known for her dancing and her gentle voice, and she has worked hard to improve every year. Yuna is known for her bright personality and her natural charm, and she has become popular on variety shows. Lia is known for her clear, emotional voice, and her ballads are a highlight of the group’s music. Each member contributes something different, and the group is stronger because of that variety.

Finally, ITZY’s influence on younger groups is worth noting. Many new girl groups cite ITZY as an influence, especially for their confidence and their message of self-love. The group’s idea, that it is all right to be different, has shaped K-pop, and it will continue to shape it. ITZY did not only make good music. They gave young people a message that matters, and that message will last longer than any single song.

My Take:

ITZY is a group that I find easy to admire, because their message is one that many people need to hear. Be yourself. Do not change yourself to please others. Do not be shy about who you are. These are simple ideas, but they are not easy to live by, especially when you are young and everyone is watching you. ITZY put those ideas into their songs, and they lived by them in public. That takes courage, and I respect it.

What I like most about ITZY is that their confidence feels real, not forced. Some groups try to look confident, but it feels like an act. ITZY’s confidence feels like something they have earned. They trained for years, they worked hard, and they know what they can do. When they sing about being different, I believe them, because they are different. They made a group with a clear identity, and they stuck to it, even when it would have been easier to follow the trend.

I also think about the members as young people who grew up very fast. They debuted as teenagers, and they had to learn to perform, to travel, to handle fame and to deal with criticism, all at an age when most people are still figuring out who they are. That is a lot to ask of anyone, and I think they handled it well. They made mistakes, of course, but they learned from them, and they kept going. That is what growing up is, and ITZY did it in front of millions of people.

Lia’s break is a part of the story that I think about a lot. She took time away because of her health, and that was the right thing to do. In the past, many idols were afraid to take a break, because they thought it would end their career. Lia’s story shows that a break can be a part of a career, not the end of it. She came back, and she came back strong. I think that is an important message for young people who feel pressure to keep going even when they are unwell. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to stop and rest.

I also admire the way the other members handled Lia’s absence. They did not complain, they did not blame anyone, and they did not try to replace her. They performed as four, and they waited for her to return. That is what a good team does. A good team does not fall apart when one member needs help. It carries on, and it welcomes the member back when she is ready. ITZY did that, and it tells me a lot about the bond between them.

There is a sad side to ITZY’s story as well, and I do not want to ignore it. The members gave up much of their youth to training and work, and they had very little privacy. They were judged for their looks, their voices and their choices, often by people who did not know them. That kind of pressure is hard to live with, and it is a price that K-pop idols pay. I hope that the members feel that it was worth it, and that they have found happiness in their work and in their lives.

What can a reader learn from ITZY? I think the first lesson is about self-respect. The group’s songs are about knowing your own worth, and that is a lesson that everyone needs, not only young girls. The second lesson is about hard work. ITZY did not become successful by accident. They trained for years, they practised every day, and they performed with energy and precision. The third lesson is about honesty. The group was honest about doubt, about pressure and about the need for rest, and that honesty made them more relatable, not less.

I also think there is a lesson here for anyone who feels different. Many people feel that they do not fit in, and they try to change themselves to be accepted. ITZY’s message is the opposite: being different is not a problem. It is a strength. Dalla Dalla was about that, and Wannabe was about that, and the group’s whole career has been about that. I think that message has helped many young fans, and that is a real achievement.

When I watch the shoulder dance from Wannabe, I smile, because it is a simple move that became famous around the world. It shows that you do not need a complicated idea to make an impact. You need a good idea, performed with confidence, and ITZY had that. The group’s music is fun, but it is also meaningful, and that combination is rare. I hope that ITZY continues to make music that is both fun and honest, because that is what they do best.

In the end, I think ITZY matters because they gave young people a voice. They sang about being yourself, about not being shy, and about killing your doubts, and those are messages that many people need to hear. They did it with energy, with style and with sincerity, and they did it while growing up in public. That is not easy, and it deserves respect. ITZY is a group that chose confidence, and they lived up to that choice. I also think about Yeji’s leadership, because it is a quiet kind of leadership that is easy to miss. Yeji is not loud, and she does not seek attention for herself. She leads by example, by working hard, by dancing with power, and by staying calm under pressure. That is a difficult job, especially when you are the leader of a group that is under constant scrutiny. Yeji did it from the age of eighteen, and she did it with grace. Leadership is not about being the loudest person in the room. It is about being the steadiest, and Yeji was steady.

Ryujin is another member I think about often. She was noticed before her debut for her appearance in a BTS music video, and she carried high expectations into ITZY. She handled those expectations with a cool, calm style that became her trademark. Ryujin does not try to be loud or flashy. She is confident in a quiet way, and that confidence is attractive. Her story shows that you do not need to shout to be heard. You need to be sure of yourself, and Ryujin is sure of herself.

Chaeryeong’s story is also worth thinking about, because it is a story of persistence. She trained for a long time, she appeared on a survival show as a teenager, and she did not make the final group. That disappointment could have ended her dream, but it did not. She kept training, she kept working, and she debuted with ITZY a few years later. Her journey shows that a setback is not the end. It is a part of the story, and it can make you stronger. Chaeryeong’s persistence is an inspiration for anyone who has faced rejection.

Yuna, the youngest member, faced a unique challenge. She debuted as a teenager, and she had to grow up in public, in front of millions of people. That is not easy, and it requires a strong character. Yuna handled it with brightness and humour, and she became known for her natural charm. Her growth from a shy teenager into a confident young woman is visible in the group’s videos, and it is a reminder that growing up in public is hard, but it is possible to do it well.

I also reflect on the group’s message of self-love, and why it matters so much. Many young people, especially young girls, feel pressure to look a certain way, to act a certain way, and to please others. ITZY’s songs say the opposite: be yourself, love yourself, and do not apologise for it. That message is simple, but it is powerful, and it has helped many fans. When a young person hears Dalla Dalla and feels understood, that is a real achievement, and ITZY should be proud of it.

Another thing that stays with me is the group’s handling of the pandemic. ITZY debuted in 2019, and the pandemic began only a year later. The group had to cancel live concerts, and they had to connect with fans through screens. That is a hard way to build a career, because a performer learns from the energy of a live crowd. ITZY learned without that energy, and they did it well. When live concerts returned, they were ready, and they performed with confidence. That resilience is admirable.

I also think about the Born to Be album, and what it showed about the group. The album included solo songs for each member, which was a first for ITZY, and it allowed each member to show her own style. That was a brave choice, because it meant trusting each member to carry a song on her own. The solo songs were well received, and they showed that the members were not only group members. They were artists with their own voices, and the group was strong enough to let them shine individually.

The group’s later work, including Gold and Girls Will Be Girls, also deserves attention. Gold was a bright, confident comeback after Lia’s return, and it felt like a fresh start. Girls Will Be Girls carried a message about young women supporting each other, and it turned an old saying into a positive message. The group’s music was still meaningful, still fun, and still honest, years after their debut. That consistency is a sign of a group that cares about its art.

I also consider what ITZY means for the idea of confidence in K-pop. The group’s confidence is not arrogance. It is self-respect, and it is the belief that you are enough as you are. That is a healthy kind of confidence, and it is one that many people need. ITZY’s music teaches that confidence is not about being better than others. It is about being comfortable with yourself, and that is a lesson that everyone can use, not only young girls.

Finally, I think about the group’s future, and what it might hold. The members are now in their twenties, and they have many years ahead of them. They may release more albums, they may work on solo projects, and they may try new things. Whatever they do, they have already made a mark on K-pop that will last. They showed that a group can be confident, honest and different, and still be loved. That is a legacy worth having, and it is one that will inspire other groups for years to come.

One member I keep coming back to is Yeji, because her kind of leadership is easy to miss. She does not lead by shouting or by taking all the attention. She leads by staying calm when things go wrong, by dancing with full power, and by looking after the other members. In interviews she often speaks softly, and she thinks before she answers. That calmness matters in a group of five young women who live, travel and work together every day. A leader who stays steady gives the others room to be themselves. I think many workplaces and classrooms could use a leader like that, someone who does not need to be the loudest person in the room to be the strongest.

The words of their songs stay with me too, because they are braver than most pop lyrics. Dalla Dalla tells the listener not to live by other people’s opinions, and Wannabe says plainly, in English, “I wanna be me.” Those are simple lines, but they are not easy lines to live by. Many teenagers hear every day that they should dress a certain way, like certain things, and hide the parts of themselves that look strange. ITZY’s songs give those young listeners permission to stop hiding. I like that the group never softened that message to please everyone. They kept it sharp, and the fans who needed it found it.

Their growth on stage is another part of the story that deserves a closer look. When ITZY began their first world tour, Checkmate, in 2022, they were playing to crowds far from home, in cities where the fans sang every Korean word back to them. That is a strange and wonderful feeling for a young artist, to hear your own language sung back by people who grew up speaking another one. Later albums like Kill My Doubt and Born to Be showed a group that was no longer new. Born to Be even gave each member a solo song, which let fans hear five different voices and five different tastes inside one group. It felt like a group saying: we are one team, and we are also five people.

One thing I carry from ITZY into my own days is a small test I ask myself when I feel pressure to copy others. I ask whether I am choosing something because I like it, or because I am afraid of looking different. ITZY’s whole career is built on choosing the first answer. That does not mean being rude or ignoring good advice. It means knowing where your own taste ends and other people’s fear begins. Confidence, the way ITZY shows it, is not about thinking you are better than anyone. It is about refusing to apologise for who you already are, and then working hard enough to become even better. I also want to say something about the group’s name, because it is a statement in itself. ITZY sounds like “it is”, as in “it is me”, and that is a bold claim for a new group. It says: we are ourselves, and that is enough. Many groups choose names that are vague or fashionable, but ITZY chose a name that was a message, and they lived up to it. Their songs, their dances and their interviews all carried the same message, and that consistency made the group memorable. A good name is a promise, and ITZY kept its promise.

Another part of the story that moves me is the way the group handled the pandemic. ITZY debuted in 2019, and the pandemic began only a year later. The group had to cancel live concerts, and they had to connect with fans through screens. That is a hard way to build a career, because a performer learns from the energy of a live crowd. ITZY learned without that energy, and they did it well. When live concerts returned, they were ready, and they performed with confidence. That resilience is admirable, and it is a sign of a group that can adapt.

I also think about the fans, MIDZY, and what their loyalty means. MIDZY supported the group from its debut, they copied the group’s dances, they attended concerts, and they waited patiently during Lia’s break. That loyalty is not something a group can buy. It is earned, through years of honest work and kind behaviour. ITZY earned it, and the fans’ loyalty is a big part of why the group is still here today. A group that is loved in that way has a responsibility to its fans, and ITZY has honoured that responsibility.

When I listen to Dalla Dalla, I feel the group’s boldness and their refusal to be ordinary. When I listen to Icy, I feel their cool confidence. When I listen to Cake, I feel their joy and their playfulness. That range is rare, and it is the reason I keep returning to this group. They made music for different moods, and they did it with skill and honesty. I hope that ITZY continues to make music that is both fun and meaningful, because that is what they do best.

Finally, I think about the group’s place in K-pop history, and where it belongs. ITZY is the group that gave young people a message about self-love, and that message will last longer than any single song. They are the group that other artists admire for their confidence, that critics praise for their performances, and that fans love for their honesty. That respect is a lasting achievement, and it is one that will not fade. In ten years, people will still talk about ITZY’s shoulder dance, their message and their courage, and that is a legacy worth having.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did ITZY make their debut?

ITZY made their debut on 12 February 2019 with the single Dalla Dalla, released by JYP Entertainment in South Korea.

Who are the members of ITZY?

The five members are Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong and Yuna, with Yeji serving as the leader of the group.

What is ITZY’s most famous song?

Wannabe, released in March 2020, is the group’s most famous song, and its shoulder dance became known around the world.

Why did Lia take a break from ITZY?

Lia took a break from September 2023 because of anxiety and health reasons, and she returned to group activities after more than a year of rest and treatment.

What does the name ITZY mean?

The name sounds like the English phrase “it is”, as in “it is me”, and it reflects the group’s idea of being yourself without apology.

What is ITZY’s fan club called?

ITZY’s fans are called MIDZY, a name that plays on the Korean word for trust and the group’s own name.