SS501’s 20th Anniversary: Three Members of “FIVE O ONE” Return After 15 Years

[Focus] After 15 Years, Return—The Revival of 2nd-Gen K-pop Legend 'SS501'

The members of the iconic second-generation K-pop boy group 'SS501'—'Kim Hyunjoong', 'Heo Youngsaeng', and 'Kim Kyu-jong'—have broken their long, 15-year hiatus and made an explosive comeback to the music scene as the group 'FIVE O ONE'. Marking their '20th anniversary' this year, they’ve confirmed the release of new music and a solo concert, declaring the official restart of their activities.

Debuting in 2005, 'SS501' helped lead the global Korean Wave by producing overwhelming mega-hits such as 'Snow Prince' and 'Because My Head Is Bad'. After such a long time back on stage, the three members said, “I wanted to repay the emotional debt to the fans who waited for us all this time,” adding, “From now on, we’ll continue our journey with fans like slow-sailing sailboats—comfortable and honest.” They delivered heartfelt words that carried real weight.

In particular, they’ve strongly expressed their determination to pursue a 'full-group reunion' by welcoming the other two members in the future, heightening public expectations. All eyes are on whether 'FIVE O ONE', reuniting after 15 years, can set a new benchmark for the revival of second-generation K-pop boy groups.