"We're aiming to be the best rookie of 2025 and the future of SM Entertainment!"—Hearts2Hearts
SM Entertainment's newest girl group, Hearts2Hearts, has officially made their debut, setting their sights on a bright future. Their name reflects their mission: to connect with global fans through music and grow into something even bigger.
This is SM's first large-member girl group in 18 years since Girls' Generation. The 8-member lineup consists of Jiwoo, Carmen, Yuha, Stella, Jooeun, Eina, Ian, and Yeon, each bringing their unique charm.
💬 Confident & Ready to Shine
Eina: "We each have distinct personalities, but when we come together, our synergy is unmatched. That's our biggest strength!"
Jiwoo: "It still feels surreal to debut, but we've worked so hard for this moment. We'll keep giving it our all!"
Hearts2Hearts held their debut showcase on February 24 at YES24 Hall in Seoul, where they introduced their first single album, The Chase.
🎶 "A Fresh Start Towards Our Dreams"
The debut album consists of two tracks, both centered around chasing dreams and new beginnings:
- Title Track:The Chase 🎵
- Jiwoo: "Since this is our debut track, it captures all the emotions we feel while pursuing our dreams."
- Yuha: "It has a mystical vibe, blending different moods into one track. SM's legendary producer KENZIE brought our excitement and curiosity to life through the music."
- Stella: "The lyrics are empowering! They talk about paving our own path and chasing our destiny."
- B-Side Track:Butterflies 🦋
- Yeon: "It's a mid-tempo R&B track that expresses our journey towards our dreams using butterflies as a metaphor."
- Members: "It has a refreshing melody and heartfelt lyrics about stepping into something new with hope and excitement."
🔥 "8 Members, 8 Different Colors"
As SM's first large-member girl group in years, they emphasized their versatility and powerful performances.
- Jooeun: "Since we're an 8-member team, our performances are dynamic. In The Chase, there's a part where we form a flower shape and another where we strut like models—those are must-watch moments!"
- Eina: "One of the highlight moves is when we flip our palms right at the chorus drop—it really catches your eye!"
Their synchronized formations, fluid transitions, and stunning visuals made for a captivating debut stage.
🏆 "We'll Be the Best Rookie of 2025!"
💬 How do they feel about debuting alongside Starship's new girl group, KiiiKiii?
- Jiwoo: "Rather than feeling pressure, I see it as an opportunity! It's exciting to debut together and inspire each other."
💬 On Debuting in SM's 30th Anniversary Year
- "It's an honor to debut during SM's milestone year. We'll do our best to become 'The Future' of SM Entertainment!"
💬 Role Models?
- Jiwoo: "Girls' Generation! Each member shines individually, but together, they create something magical. We want to be just like them."
💬 Goals for 2025?
- Yeon: "Winning Best New Artist would be a dream come true!"
- Jooeun: "We also hope to get our first music show win and grow into a group loved worldwide!"
🌟 Hearts2Hearts officially debuts today at 6 PM KST! Catch their debut single The Chase on all major streaming platforms.
