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  • i-dle unveils tracklist for 8th mini album ‘We are’ ahead of May 19 release

    i-dle unveils tracklist for 8th mini album ‘We are’ ahead of May 19 release

    i-dle has officially unveiled the tracklist for their highly anticipated 8th mini album, ‘We are’. The announcement was made through a dedicated comeback countdown page on Spotify, building excitement among global fans as the release date approaches.

    i-dle’s ‘We are’ tracklist

    On May 7, i-dle opened the countdown page for We are on Spotify, the world’s largest music streaming platform. The tracklist features six songs:

    1. Good Thing
    2. Girlfriend
    3. Love Tease
    4. Chain
    5. Unstoppable
    6. That’s Okay

    Fans can now pre-save the album and monitor the countdown leading up to its release, scheduled for May 19.

    Symbolic album artwork

    Along with the tracklist, i-dle also revealed the album cover art for ‘We are’. The design features five small stars forming a larger star against a clean white background. This visual metaphorically represents the five members of i-dle—each with distinct personalities—coming together to form a cohesive and powerful unit.

    Building anticipation through teasers

    In the weeks leading up to the tracklist reveal, i-dle steadily built momentum by releasing a series of concept photos, a cinematic trailer, and an album poster. According to CUBE ENTERTAINMENT, additional teaser content is planned in the days before the official release, maintaining a strong connection with their fanbase.

    Album countdown

    With the unveiling of the ‘We are’ tracklist, i-dle has officially started the countdown to their next musical chapter. Fans worldwide eagerly await the group’s return on May 19 via all major music streaming platforms.

    For more updates, fans can follow (G)I-DLE’s official channels and Spotify countdown page.

  • i-dle confirms comeback with special mini album and 8th mini album in May

    i-dle confirms comeback with special mini album and 8th mini album in May

    i-dle has officially confirmed their comeback with two new releases — a special mini album launched on May 2, 2025, and their 8th mini album set for release on May 19, 2025. The announcement came as the group celebrated their seventh anniversary with a symbolic change to their name.

    i-dle celebrates 7th anniversary with new name

    On May 2, i-dle, formerly known as (G)I-DLE, unveiled a major rebranding, removing the “G” and parentheses from their name to embrace a fresh identity. According to Cube Entertainment, this change represents “a new name, a new beginning,” honoring their journey while signaling growth beyond the limitations of their debut concept.

    All members renewed their contracts with Cube Entertainment in December 2024.

    Teaser video ‘for (G)’ sets the stage for comeback

    To accompany the announcement, i-dle released a cinematic teaser video titled ‘for (G)’ on May 2. In the emotional clip, the members are seen dancing and laughing while being drenched in wine among figures in black robes. They hold a symbolic farewell ceremony for “G,” representing their past identity. As the video closes, the burned-out remains of “G’s” coffin are shown, followed by a haunting line from their debut song “LATATA”: “Who’s scared of what?”

    The teaser concludes with references to their upcoming 8th mini album and highlights key dates — May 5, 6, 9, 14, 16, and 19. This has sparked fan curiosity about what new content they will unveil in the lead-up to the official comeback.

    Pre-orders for 8th mini album begin

    Following the teaser release, pre-orders for i-dle’s 8th mini album have opened. The album will be available in three distinct versions. Fans who pre-order the album or CD versions will also receive a bonus poster. Additionally, they have introduced a photocard album option without a CD, offering access to various digital content through QR codes.

    i-dle announces release dates for special mini album and 8th mini album

    i-dle’s special mini album will be released on May 2, marking the beginning of a transformative era, while their 8th mini album arrives on May 19. Fans can look forward to a new chapter filled with bold music, fresh concepts, and heartfelt performances.

  • (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle

    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle

    On May 1, i-dle, the group formerly known as (G)I-DLE, announced a significant change to their official name, marking a fresh new era in their career. Celebrating their seventh debut anniversary, members Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua confirmed that they will now promote under the name i-dle, leaving behind the parentheses and the letter ‘G’ that had been part of their identity since debuting on May 2, 2018.

    A new name, a new direction for i-dle

    According to an official statement from Cube Entertainment, the group removed the ‘여자’ (meaning ‘female’ in Korean) and the ‘G’ from their name to signify that they are no longer defined by gender or other traditional labels. By eliminating the parentheses, a design element previously used to emphasize distinction, i-dle signals their intent to explore broader musical styles and concepts without limits.

    (G)I-DLE name change and new logo introduction

    In line with the (G)I-DLE name change, the group introduced a new logo and symbol featuring a stylized lowercase “i-dle” expanding into a circle, designed using the structural principles of points, lines, and planes.

    Notably, the new symbol brings together five lowercase “i”s forming a star, symbolizing the unique personalities of each member uniting as one powerful group. The fresh visual identity aims to capture both the individual charm and the collective synergy of i-dle.

    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle
    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle
    Courtesy: CUBE ENTERTAINMENT

    A continued journey of global success

    This rebranding comes after a series of major achievements for the group. Last December, all five members renewed their contracts with Cube Entertainment.

    Since their debut with “LATATA,” i-dle has produced a string of hits including “Oh my god,” “DUMDi DUMDi,” “Hwa,” “TOMBOY,” and “Queencard.” In 2023, they topped domestic and international charts with “Super Lady,” from their second full-length album, ‘2’. They also gained renewed attention with the emotional track “I Hate Being Hurt (Fate).” They continued their momentum with “Klaxon,” the title track from their 7th mini album, ‘I SWAY.’

    The group also completed their third world tour, ‘2024 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [iDOL],’ performing in 14 cities worldwide. Their accolades include winning the Grand Record Award at the 1st Korea Grand Music Awards (2024 KGMA) and the Record of the Year Award at the 2024 Melon Music Awards (2024 MMA).