ITZY

The name "ITZY" comes from the Korean word "있지" (itji), meaning "to have" or "to exist." JYP Entertainment chose the name to symbolize a group that "has everything" fans could want—talent, confidence, charm, and individuality all in one package. Source: DK Blog

ITZY's official fandom is called MIDZY (믿지), a name derived from the Korean word for "trust." The fandom name reflects the promise that ITZY and their fans will always believe in and trust one another. Source: ITZY Wiki (Fandom)

ITZY became JYP Entertainment's first new girl group in nearly four years, following the debut of TWICE in 2015. Their arrival was one of the company's most anticipated launches and marked the beginning of a new generation of JYP artists. Source: Wikipedia

Before ITZY's lineup was finalized, Jeon Somi was originally expected to debut with the group. After she left JYP Entertainment in 2018, Yuna was selected for the final lineup—a change later supported by leaked pre-debut profile materials. Source: ITZY Wiki (Fandom)

ITZY's debut music video for "DALLA DALLA" exploded in popularity almost immediately, surpassing 17.1 million views within its first 24 hours and setting a new record at the time for the most-viewed K-pop debut music video in a single day. Source: Wikipedia

Just eight days after debuting, ITZY earned their first music show trophy on M Countdown. The victory made them the fastest girl group in K-pop history to achieve a music show win after debut. Source: Wikipedia

"DALLA DALLA" also became the first debut song by any K-pop group to receive a Platinum streaming certification from the Korea Music Content Association after the organization introduced its certification system. Source: Wikipedia

During their rookie year, ITZY achieved what fans call the "Rookie Grand Slam" by winning all five major Rookie of the Year awards presented by Korea's biggest music award ceremonies—a feat no previous girl group had accomplished. Source: Wikipedia

ITZY is the only fourth-generation idol group to have every one of its Korean title tracks reach the Top 10 of the Gaon Digital Chart, demonstrating remarkable consistency across multiple comebacks. Source: ITZY Wiki (Fandom)

In 2021, ITZY became the first Korean artists ever selected as global spokesmodels for Maybelline New York. They fronted international campaigns for products including Hypersharp Liner, Ultimatte Lipstick, and SuperStay Foundation throughout Asia. Source: Wikipedia

The group's 2022 mini album CHECKMATE became a major milestone in their career. It was ITZY's first release to sell over one million copies and also reached No. 8 on the Billboard 200, marking their first Top 10 album in the United States. Source: Wikipedia

ITZY officially entered the Japanese market in 2022 with the singles "Voltage" and "Blah Blah Blah," both of which reached No. 3 on the Oricon Singles Chart. Their first Japanese studio album, RINGO, continued that success by entering the Top 10 of the Oricon Combined Albums Chart. Source: Wikipedia

The group recorded the Korean-language version of a theme song for Disney's Frozen 2, making ITZY one of the few K-pop groups to contribute music to a major Disney film release. Source: Kpop Singers

One of ITZY's most recognizable traditions—their hand greeting—was actually created by Ryujin. She based the gesture on the nursery rhyme "Itsy Bitsy Spider," creating a greeting that has become instantly recognizable among MIDZYs. Source: ITZY Wiki (Fandom)

Although most JYP artists celebrate their debut with a traditional company lunch, ITZY had to wait more than three years for theirs. Busy schedules followed by the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the celebration until April 2022. Source: ITZY Wiki (Fandom)

In 2025, ITZY appeared on Apple TV+'s music special KPOPPED, where they performed alongside Emma Bunton and Mel B of the Spice Girls. The collaboration brought together two generations of iconic girl groups for performances of "Wannabe" and "Say You'll Be There." Source: Apple TV+

During their "ON AIR" fan meeting in September 2025, all five ITZY members announced they had renewed their exclusive contracts with JYP Entertainment ahead of schedule, reassuring fans that the group would continue promoting together. Source: Soompi

While promoting their mini album Girls Will Be Girls in 2025, the members reflected on their contract renewal. Chaeryeong admitted it still felt surreal to be discussing renewals, while Ryujin shared that the group has always reminded one another to stay grounded and keep moving forward together. Source: Allkpop

Every ITZY member has now released an official solo song. Beginning with the BORN TO BE project and continuing with Yeji's Air and Yuna's Ice Cream, the group has steadily expanded into successful individual careers while continuing activities together. Source: JYP Entertainment / Official Discography

Despite their very different personalities, every ITZY member trained under JYP Entertainment before debuting, creating years of shared experiences that fans often point to as the foundation of the group's famously close chemistry. Source: Member biographies / JYP Entertainment