LE SSERAFIM will return on March 14 with HOT, their fifth mini album, marking their first comeback in seven months. Teasers reveal a fiery concept, with the group emphasizing their passionate attitude toward love. Their previous album, CRAZY, achieved global success, ranking on major charts like Billboard 200 and Hot 100, while fans eagerly anticipate the new release.
LE SSERAFIM Announces Fifth Mini Album ‘HOT’
LE SSERAFIM will return on March 14 at 1 PM with their fifth mini album, HOT. This comeback comes approximately seven months after their previous release, CRAZY.
According to their agency, Source Music, LE SSERAFIM (Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae) announced the new album’s release via the global fan platform Weverse at midnight on the 17th. HOT reflects the group’s passionate attitude toward love.
LE SSERAFIM HOT Album Concept and Teasers
At the same time, HYBE LABELS’ YouTube channel and Source Music’s official social media accounts shared the album’s logo motion. The teaser video features ice melting in flames, gradually forming LE SSERAFIM’s logo. The final scene shows the logo melting under intense heat, sparking curiosity about the new album. The phrase “I’M BURNING HOT” appears at the end of the video, reinforcing the album’s theme.
LE SSERAFIM’s Global Success with ‘CRAZY’
LE SSERAFIM made a strong impact with their fourth mini album, CRAZY, which dominated major international charts. The album debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200, making them the first fourth-generation K-pop girl group to place three consecutive albums in the chart’s Top 10.
The title track also secured a spot on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK’s Official Singles Chart for two consecutive weeks. The group gained attention from global media outlets, including Dazed, Teen Vogue, and Japan’s USEN, solidifying their international presence. Even five months after its release, CRAZY continued climbing major charts like Billboard and Spotify, demonstrating its long-term popularity.
Fan Reactions and Album Release Strategy
Fans on Korean community sites, including MLBPARK, expressed excitement over the news. Some noted that K-pop groups now frequently release albums on Fridays at 1 PM, as it helps secure strong music show rankings. Others found it surprising that LE SSERAFIM’s comeback would be a mini album instead of a full-length release.
Many were particularly intrigued by the album’s release date, which falls on White Day. Fans recalled how the agency had previously posted a white heart emoji on social media, leading to speculation about a themed release. When the White Day comeback was confirmed, fans were thrilled that their predictions had been correct.
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OMG Le Sserafim is bringing the spring vibes! So hyped!