Lee Know of Stray Kids is preparing to make his official solo debut in early 2027, shortly before beginning mandatory military service in South Korea.
His agency, JYP Entertainment, confirmed the plans on November 12 after South Korean media reported that the singer was finishing work on his first solo album.
«Lee Know is preparing a solo album with the goal of releasing it in early 2027,» a JYP representative told Dispatch.
The 28-year-old completed the album cover photoshoot and filmed parts of its music video in October. The release is expected in January, although the agency has not confirmed an exact date.
The project would make Lee Know the first Stray Kids member to launch an official solo album.
He has previously released individual tracks, including Limbo on the group’s 2022 compilation SKZ-REPLAY and Youth on the 2024 album HOP. His new release will mark a separate step in his career rather than his first recording outside the full group.
What happens after Lee Know’s solo debut?
The announcement comes just a week after JYP confirmed that Lee Know will enter mandatory military service during the first quarter of 2027, making him the first Stray Kids member to enlist.
His departure could affect some of the group’s activities scheduled between January and March. JYP has promised further details but has not announced his enlistment date or the type of service he will undertake.
Born Lee Min-ho in October 1998, the singer debuted with Stray Kids in 2018 and is particularly known for his dance performances.
The group has since achieved nine consecutive No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, setting a record among acts that debuted in the 21st century.
