K-pop sensation Stray Kids is all set to take the world by storm with their new blockbuster full-length album entitled “KARMA.” The group confirmed the news on July 25, 2025, and fans from all over the world are now looking forward to the album. The release date for the album is set for August 22, 2025, at 1 PM KST around the world, marking it as one of the biggest events in the K-pop calendar in the summer.
What about “KARMA” do we know so far?
KARMA, the fourth full-length Korean album by Stray Kids, will be their next stunning release after 5-STAR and NOEASY. According to the previously released teasers, the album is predicted to display a new, darker, and more introspective image, quite contrary to the older machinery.
It deals with self-reflection, poetic verses of fate, and personal development, thus harmonizing with the very title of the album, KARMA. The new project was announced by a short trailer with gloomy images and the sentence, “What goes around, comes around,” that seems to be the main theme of the upcoming return of the group.
Another remarkable return
This would be Stray Kids’ first major Korean release of 2025. At the beginning of the year, they released Mixtape: Dominate and a Japanese mini-album called Hollow, both of which were received well for their bold and emotionally sound approach.
However, KARMA is expected to elevate the group, who worked tireless hours on the track, combining forceful performances, hard-hitting rap verses, and profound lyrics. All these have been the trademarks of the group’s music.
Stray Kids have continued to grow internationally, with a strong fan base known as STAY supporting their every move. Their previous albums have topped global charts, including the Billboard 200, and it’s likely KARMA will aim for similar success.
KARMA by Stray Kids will drop globally on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 1 PM Korean Standard Time. The audience can from now on pre-save the record on music platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Physical album pre-orders are available through K-pop retail shops operating legally.
What fans can expect at this point is that the album is just right around the corner, and hence, teasers, concept photos, and maybe even a pre-release track or music video are probable to be released in a few weeks. So, whether you are a fan or not, make sure to take this opportunity to mark your calendar now!