WayV XIAOJUN Solo Debut: ‘Hey, Somebody’ Release Date & Details
WayV’s XIAOJUN is officially making his solo debut with his first mini album, “Hey, Somebody,” this October.
SM Entertainment announced that XIAOJUN’s first solo mini album will be released on October 26, 2026, marking his first album released under his own name since his debut.
Here’s everything confirmed so far about XIAOJUN’s solo debut.
XIAOJUN’s First Mini Album “Hey, Somebody”
XIAOJUN will release his first mini album, “Hey, Somebody,” on October 26, 2026.
The album will be released digitally at 12 PM KST, while the physical album is also scheduled for release on the same day.
“Hey, Somebody” contains a total of five tracks, including Chinese and English versions of the title track of the same name.
The album is expected to showcase XIAOJUN’s distinctive vocals and explore different messages through its five tracks.
Release Details
Album: XIAOJUN The 1st Mini Album “Hey, Somebody”
Release Date: October 26, 2026
Digital Release: 12 PM KST
Tracks: 5
Title Track: “Hey, Somebody”
Title Track Versions: Chinese & English
From WayV Member to Solo Artist
Although XIAOJUN has been active as a member of WayV and NCT, “Hey, Somebody” marks his first solo album.
Before his official solo debut, XIAOJUN had already built experience outside of group releases through collaborations, featured appearances, cover projects, and soundtrack work.
He participated in the cover project “Best Friend” and also contributed to the soundtrack of the Chinese drama “暗河传” (The Dark River).
These activities have allowed XIAOJUN to demonstrate his vocal abilities and explore different musical settings before presenting his own solo album.
What to Expect from “Hey, Somebody”
According to the album introduction, “Hey, Somebody” is designed to highlight XIAOJUN’s vocal color and deliver different messages across its five tracks.
The inclusion of both Chinese and English versions of the title track also reflects XIAOJUN’s multilingual musical activities and his connection with WayV’s international fanbase.
At this point, the complete tracklist and detailed information about the individual songs have not yet been fully disclosed, so specific descriptions of the remaining tracks should wait for the official tracklist announcement.
Pre-Orders Are Now Open
Pre-orders for XIAOJUN The 1st Mini Album “Hey, Somebody” began on October 6, 2026.
Weverse Global lists the pre-order period as running from October 6 at 12:30 PM KST through October 25 at 11:59 PM KST, with the album scheduled for release and shipping from October 26. Global shipping is available through the store.
Several physical versions are available, including:
- Mirror Book Ver.
- Photobook Ver.
- SMini Ver.
The official SMTOWN &STORE listing also confirms the Mirror Book version and notes that additional album details, including the final track list, are to be updated.
XIAOJUN’s Solo Debut During WayV’s 2026 Activities
XIAOJUN’s solo debut comes while WayV is continuing its 2026 WayV CONCERT TOUR [BORN THIS Way].
WayV began its third concert tour in September 2026, with performances in Korea and China scheduled as part of the tour. XIAOJUN’s solo release will therefore arrive during an active period for the group as well as for his individual activities.
For fans, “Hey, Somebody” will offer an opportunity to hear XIAOJUN in a format focused entirely on his individual musical identity.
Final Thoughts
XIAOJUN is officially taking his first step as a solo artist with “Hey, Somebody,” his first mini album.
Set for release on October 26, 2026 at 12 PM KST, the five-track album will feature both Chinese and English versions of its title track. Pre-orders are already underway, with more detailed album and track information expected to be revealed ahead of the release.
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Stay tuned for the full tracklist, concept content, and additional details surrounding XIAOJUN’s first solo release.