SEVENTEEN Celebrates 10th Anniversary with 'HAPPY BURSTDAY': "A Musical Gift for CARATs"

"It's already been 10 years… I'm really curious how fans will react to the new album." — Vernon

SEVENTEEN marked a major milestone on May 26: their 10th debut anniversary. Since stepping into the K-pop scene in 2015, the self-producing group has earned numerous "firsts" and "mosts," rewriting K-pop history along the way — including surpassing 10 million album sales in 2023 and achieving the highest first-week sales for a K-pop album with SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN.

Now, SEVENTEEN launches into a new chapter with their 5th full-length album HAPPY BURSTDAY, a rebirth dedicated to CARATs.

💬 SEVENTEEN Q&A Highlights

🎂 Q: Thoughts on releasing a new album on the group's 10th anniversary?

Joshua: "It's incredibly meaningful to release this on SEVENTEEN's birthday. I hope CARATs are just as happy to receive it."
DK: "Thank you for being with us for 10 years. This album is a gift filled with music for CARATs."
Vernon: "It feels like we just debuted, but here we are at 10 years. I'm really curious about how fans will respond to our new musical direction."

💿 Q: What's special about HAPPY BURSTDAY?

THE8: "For the first time, the album includes 13 solo tracks — one from each member."
Mingyu: "The title track THUNDER is electrifying — it's a song that sparked fresh inspiration after 10 years."

⚡ Q: What should we focus on in "THUNDER"?

S.Coups: "We packed it with the confidence that SEVENTEEN can still show new sides even after so many years."
Jun: "It's a melody that sticks with you — plus, the performance is a visual highlight."
DK: "Our stage energy hasn't changed since debut. This comeback proves SEVENTEEN's evolution."
Dino: "The choreography is dynamic and free-flowing — don't miss how each member shines in the routine."

🌍 Q: How was it working with Pharrell Williams & Timbaland?

Hoshi: "They're artists I've looked up to for so long. Collaborating was a dream. Pharrell made me excited, and Timbaland helped craft my solo track — what an honor."
Woozi: "It was surreal to work with producers I learned from growing up. I realized that in music, staying true to yourself is everything."

🔄 Q: What's the new side of SEVENTEEN?

Mingyu: "We've grown over the last decade, and I'm curious how that'll show on stage."
Seungkwan: "This comeback captures a different kind of SEVENTEEN — more mature and intense."

🕰️ Q: One word to describe SEVENTEEN's past 10 years?

THE8: "Youth. SEVENTEEN was my youth."
Joshua: "Love. We wouldn't be here without CARATs' love."

🎯 Q: What was the most impactful challenge for SEVENTEEN?

Woozi: "Producing our own albums has always been a challenge — but it's what keeps us growing."
Jun: "We keep challenging ourselves for the fans — that's what drives us."

🚀 Q: What would you like to try next?

S.Coups: "I want us to spend even more meaningful time with fans. They've been with us through everything."
Hoshi: "More chances to connect deeply with fans. Personally, I'd love to grow more as an all-rounder artist."

💌 Message to CARATs:

S.Coups: "Let's keep loving each other and making happy memories."
Joshua: "We'll keep releasing amazing albums, so please keep showing your love!"
Jun: "I want to keep challenging myself and sharing new sides of SEVENTEEN with you."
Hoshi: "We poured our hearts into this album. Please check out all the solo tracks — they hold our genuine voices and emotions."
Woozi: "To the members — thank you for building this amazing team. To CARATs — let's stay healthy and happy together for a long time."
THE8: "Thank you for being with us for 10 years — I'll work hard so we can continue together for many more."
Mingyu: "I'm proud of our team. And CARATs, thank you for loving and supporting our growth."
DK: "This 10th anniversary is a gift to you. Thank you for everything — we'll keep giving you the best music and stages."
Seungkwan: "I'm so grateful we could come back on our 10th anniversary. Let's go even harder from here!"
Vernon: "Thank you for everything up to now. Let's keep going strong. Stay healthy — love you all."
Dino: "This album is our love letter to you. Thank you, always."

📅 HAPPY BURSTDAY is available now on all major streaming platforms.

[Photo Credit: PLEDIS Entertainment]