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WayV's Xiaojun makes solo debut with first mini album 'Hey, Somebody'

WayV member Xiaojun released his first solo mini album, 'Hey, Somebody,' on October 26 at 12 PM KST, along with an English-version music video for the title track on SMTOWN's YouTube channel.

By 2FC NEWSROOM · Published · Updated

Xiaojun in a grey suit and striped tie in a still from the 'Hey, Somebody (English Ver.)' music video
Image: SM Entertainment / Label V (SMTOWN)

WayV's Xiaojun has made his solo debut with his first mini album, 'Hey, Somebody,' released on October 26 at 12 PM KST (October 25, 9 PM CST). The five-track record includes the title track in both its original and English versions, plus 'Sky High,' 'To Us' and 'Wave.'

According to allkpop, the title track is a mid-tempo song about discovering one's own value, and Xiaojun contributed ideas to its choreography. He marked the release with a showcase in Shanghai, and allkpop reports the album topped QQ Music's Trend Peak chart.

The release comes during WayV's third concert tour, 'BORN THIS Way,' whose next listed stop is Shanghai on November 14.

Confirmed

  • 'Hey, Somebody' is Xiaojun's first mini album, released October 26, 2026 under SM Entertainment (Weverse Shop listing).
  • The album has five tracks: 'Hey, Somebody' (title), 'Sky High', '时光情书 (To Us)', '我眼中的你 (Wave)' and 'Hey, Somebody (English Ver.)' (Weverse Shop listing).
  • The 'Hey, Somebody (English Ver.)' music video was released on SMTOWN's official YouTube channel.
  • WayV's 2026 'BORN THIS Way' tour continues with Shanghai on November 14, per WayV's official Weibo.

Reported by other outlets

  • SM Entertainment said the album would be released at noon (KST) on October 26 and that it is Xiaojun's first solo album, according to Aju Press.
  • Xiaojun held a release showcase at PHASE LIVE HOUSE SHANGHAI, where he performed the title track live for the first time, according to allkpop.
  • The album took first place on QQ Music's Trend Peak chart and entered the iTunes Top Albums top 10 in 10 regions, including Japan, Taiwan and Mexico, according to allkpop.
  • Xiaojun is set to begin music show promotions this week, according to allkpop.

Analysis

Interpretation by 2FC NEWSROOM, not reported fact.

2FC NEWSROOM: Landing a solo debut mid-tour keeps WayV's momentum going in China, where early chart results for 'Hey, Somebody' appear strongest.

Sources

Conflicts of interest: None.

Corrections & updates

  • : Removed a single-sourced background line about other WayV members' solo releases.

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