XIAOJUN Releases Solo EP Hey, Somebody
WayV member XIAOJUN put out his first solo EP, Hey, Somebody, and was also featured in the second issue of the SPOTLIGHT Artist Book.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Pop
WayV member XIAOJUN released his first solo EP, Hey, Somebody, on October 26, 2026. The five-track release includes Chinese and English versions of the title song, along with the tracks Wave, Sky High, and To Us.
Why it matters
The release marks XIAOJUN's debut as a solo artist outside his group, with songwriting and composition credits on several tracks. His feature in the SPOTLIGHT Artist Book adds a closer look at his musical identity and creative process.
The EP contains five tracks, and the SPOTLIGHT Artist Book feature presents four visual concepts across its second issue. No chart rankings, streaming totals, or sales figures for Hey, Somebody have been reported yet.
The players
XIAOJUN
A member of the Chinese boy group WayV, XIAOJUN is building a solo career alongside his group activities.
WayV
WayV is a Chinese boy group under SM Entertainment, known for its multinational lineup and Mandopop and K-pop releases.
SM Entertainment
SM Entertainment is a South Korean entertainment company that manages WayV and a large roster of K-pop and Mandopop artists.
The details
XIAOJUN participated in writing and composing several songs on the EP, which includes both Chinese and English versions of the title track. The SPOTLIGHT Artist Book feature, published October 31, 2026, explores his musical identity, creative process, and experiences as a performer.
Timeline
October 26, 2026: XIAOJUN releases his solo EP Hey, Somebody.
October 31, 2026: The SPOTLIGHT Artist Book feature on XIAOJUN is published.
Market Landscape
XIAOJUN's solo EP follows the pattern SM Entertainment has used with NCT and WayV, where members release individual projects alongside group work. The move reflects a broader strategy among Asian boy-group agencies to build individual artist identities within the larger pop market.
Fans can stream Hey, Somebody through the usual music platforms, with both Chinese and English versions of the title song included. The SPOTLIGHT Artist Book feature offers another way to learn about XIAOJUN's creative work.
The takeaway
A solo release from a group member can expand an artist's identity beyond the group, and readers following K-pop and Mandopop can watch whether XIAOJUN's songwriting continues into future projects.
Further reading
Explore more Pop coverage to see how solo releases from boy-group members fit into the genre.
