K-pop powerhouse MONSTA X is HOT off the heels of their legendary performances at Seoul’s KSPO DOME during the kick off of their new world tour, The X: NEXUS. And, what better way to strike while the fire is hot than to drop a new, English language-based single in the form of “growing pains,” the group’s latest and most vulnerable single to date.
Marking MONSTA X’s first release of 2026, following the late-2025 release of “baby blue.” Alongside the release of “growing pains” onto streaming platforms, MONSTA X members Shownu, Minhyuk, Hyungwon, Jooheon, and I.M self-filmed themselves out enjoying life, whether at the beach, exploring the city, or dancing by themselves. Truly bringing the themes and undertones of “growing pains” to life in a beautiful way as they let MONBEBE in for a closer look.
With the highlighted theme of “growing pains” showcasing itself as a hopeful song that doesn’t skimp on life’s hardships, it further showcases the strength of MONSTA X’s storytelling and relatable themes when it comes to connecting to listeners. Especially if listeners choose to deepdive into the track’s lyrical themes, with some of my favorites being, “Chasing bigger dreams than my eyes could see” and “All the miles that I’ve run chasing destiny.”
MONSTA X continues to push the boundaries with their English language releases, with an upcoming album featuring both “baby blue” and “growing pains,” capstoning the group’s current trilogy of English language-based albums. The latest single by MONSTA X is currently streaming across your streaming platform of choice.
