[Exclusive Interview] SF9 on the Meaning of ‘TENACITY,’ Their 10-Year Journey, and ‘Without Wings’

Ten years into their journey, SF9 are looking back at where they began while embracing everything still ahead. Since their debut on October 5, 2016, SF9 have carved out a distinct place in K-pop with their powerful performances, striking concepts, and unmistakable musical identity. The group made their official debut with their first single album, Feeling Sensation, led by the iconic title track “Fanfare,” and have since built a career filled with memorable releases, performances, and milestones alongside their devoted fandom, FANTASY. Now, Youngbin, Inseong, Jaeyoon, Dawon, Hwiyoung, and Chani are celebrating a remarkable decade together—not only by looking back at everything they have accomplished, but by stepping confidently into what comes next. On August 26, 2026, SF9 marks this new chapter with the release of their second full-length album, TENACITY, led by the title track “Without Wings.” True to the group’s ability to evolve while maintaining the qualities that make their music uniquely SF9, the album arrives as both a celebration of their journey and a statement about their continued determination. Ten years into their career, TENACITY reflects a group that has grown along...