XLOV Makes History as South Korea’s First Genderless Boy Group with Debut Single “I’mma Be

XLOV, South Korea’s first genderless concept boy group, made a highly anticipated debut on Tuesday with the release of its single “I’mma Be.” This marks a groundbreaking entry into the global K-pop scene.

According to its label, 257 Entertainment, XLOV consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. The group dropped its debut single across all major streaming platforms. “I’mma Be” is a hip-hop and R&B-infused track that explores the emotional complexities of unfinished and painful love.

The song creates an ethereal yet haunting atmosphere thanks to its intricate string riff and layered background vocals. It features a groove-heavy rap section and a catchy, infectious chorus with the hook, I’mma be your woo woo woo, which evokes a sound reminiscent of a fox’s eerie cry.

The name XLOV cleverly combines the words X, which symbolizes the unknown and negation, and LOV, which represents incomplete love. This combination embodies XLOV’s unique identity, merging contrasting ideas into one cohesive and powerful brand.

To coincide with the album release, XLOV hosted a debut showcase organized by entertainment giant Naturally Music. The event, which took place both at a K-pop center and on its YouTube channel, featured the premiere of the title track and its music video, live performances, engaging talk segments, and interactive fan events.

While XLOV is gaining attention for its hip-hop and R&B musical focus, its pioneering role as Korea’s first genderless boy band is turning heads. Since unveiling its members, the group has been flooded with interview requests from international media outlets, and its social media following has skyrocketed, indicating strong global interest.

An industry insider commented, “XLOV’s genderless concept could be a game-changer in K-pop. It will be fascinating to see how its musical talent and unique identity resonate with audiences worldwide.”