Stray Kids have officially released their highly anticipated fourth full-length album, KARMA, out now via JYP Entertainment, Imperial, and Republic Records. The project arrives nine months after their chart-topping album Hop, which earned an RIAA Gold certification for selling 500,000 units in the United States.
KARMA is built around the theme of destiny—how choices and consequences shape the path forward. The album reflects Stray Kids’ own journey of resilience and self-determination, capturing their past, present, and future in one cohesive narrative. Produced entirely by 3RACHA—Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han—the record expands the group’s signature sound while staying true to their roots as both sound-makers and storytellers.
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The album’s lead single, “CEREMONY,” marks a fusion of EDM trap and baile funk, exploding into an anthem of triumph and self-honor. The track was released alongside a cinematic music video that amplifies its energy, painting a vivid picture of victory after struggle. In addition to the title track, the album features 11 songs, including standouts such as “BLEEP,” “Phoenix,” and “0801,” a sentimental dedication to their fans, STAY. Alongside KARMA, Stray Kids also deliver “CEREMONY (English Version)” and a Festival Version designed to capture the spirit of live performance.
KARMA follows the group’s record-breaking run with HOP, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and earned Gold certification in the U.S., making Stray Kids the K-pop act with the most RIAA Gold Album certifications in history. This release also comes on the heels of Stray Kids’ largest-ever world tour, Stray Kids World Tour, which wrapped up in Rome on July 30 after 54 shows across 34 regions.
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