UPDATE: Stray Kids has achieved a historic milestone, winning a staggering eight trophies at the 10th Asia Artist Awards (AAA), held on November 6, 2025, at the Kaohsiung National Stadium. The K-pop sensation claimed the prestigious titles of Album of the Year and Artist of the Year, solidifying their dominance in the music industry.
This major victory is significant not only for Stray Kids but also for their dedicated fanbase, known as STAY. The group expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating, “The first grand prize we ever won at a music awards show was at AAA, and after several years, we’re truly grateful to receive such a major award again.” Their achievements also included Best Artist, Best K-pop Record, Best Producer, Best Choice, Popularity Award, and the Grand Presence of K-pop.
Stray Kids highlighted the importance of their wins, especially the Best Producer and Album of the Year awards. “Thank you so much to our fans, STAY, who make our albums and music shine even brighter in the world,” they added. “We will continue to work harder and pour our passion into being Stray Kids.”
Having previously won the Artist of the Year title in 2021 just three years after their debut, Stray Kids continues to be recognized as the “K-Performance Leader” for their innovative performances. Their triumphant return to the AAA stage coincides with the event’s 10th anniversary, marking a full circle moment for the group.
The ceremony concluded with electrifying performances of tracks from their recent album SKZ-HOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’, which dominated the U.S. Billboard 200 album chart in both 2024 and 2025, as well as hits from their highly acclaimed fourth full-length album KARMA.
This outstanding achievement comes amid various headlines surrounding K-pop, including J.Y. Park‘s praise for Stray Kids and other trending topics such as BABYMONSTER’s Pharita caught in a viral clip and recent incidents involving idols at the 2025 MAMA Awards.
The global K-pop community is abuzz with excitement over Stray Kids’ accomplishments, and fans eagerly await what the group will do next. With their unwavering dedication and passionate performances, Stray Kids continues to redefine the boundaries of K-pop.
Stay tuned for more updates as the impact of Stray Kids’ wins resonates throughout the music industry.
