ITZY Returns with ‘Motto’: Surreal Visuals, 5 Solo Tracks, and a Global World Tour Takeover

The “Performance Queens” are back. Six months after the success of ‘TUNNEL VISION,’ ITZY is ready to dominate the charts again with their new mini-album, ‘Motto.’

ITZY is officially back. On May 18, 2026, the global powerhouse girl group will release their new mini-album Motto—and it’s already shaping up to be their most ambitious project to date. With a tracklist packed with surprises and a trailer that defies logic, MIDZY (fandom name) is in for a treat.

ITZY posing together, looking at a smartphone in a dimly lit room with a floral wallpaper background, wearing casual street-style outfits.
ITZY’s ‘Motto’: A Groundbreaking Comeback Mini-Album / JYP Entertainment

Surrealism Meets Sound: The ‘Motto’ Aesthetic

The comeback trailer is a masterclass in surrealist storytelling. Directed by the visionary Léa Esmaili, the visuals feature a limousine suspended in mid-air, a bumblebee perched on a ladder, and members posing in gravity-defying, dreamlike scenarios. The final shot—where the ladder transforms into the album title “Motto”—has already sparked intense fan theories about the album’s deeper message.

8 Tracks, 5 Solo Hits: A Gift for MIDZY

The tracklist for Motto is nothing short of a fan’s dream. The album boasts a total of 8 songs, headlined by the title track “Motto.” The standout addition? The five highly anticipated solo tracks that were first teased during their third world tour:

  • Pocket (Yeji)
  • Asylum (Lia)
  • LOOK (Ryujin)
  • Undefined (Chaeryeong)
  • Tangerine (Yuna)

With legendary producers like Sim Eun-ji, Lee Woo-min “collapsedone,” and Justin Reinstein on board, this album is set to showcase ITZY’s individual artistry like never before.

Colorful graphic displaying song titles and artists, including 'Motto', 'Glitch', 'Pocket', 'Asylum', 'Look', 'Undefined', and 'Tangerine', with artist names and arrangement details.
ITZY’s ‘Motto’: A Groundbreaking Comeback Mini-Album / JYP Entertainment

From World Tour Success to a Summer Comeback

ITZY isn’t just dropping an album; they are currently in the middle of a global victory lap. Following the successful start of their world tour in Seoul, the group recently conquered Australia, packing arenas in Melbourne and Sydney.

The heat is real: their B-side track “THAT’S A NO NO” has taken over the SNS algorithm with a viral dance challenge, proving that ITZY’s momentum is unstoppable. During their recent shows, the members were moved to tears, telling fans, “The light from your phones looked like a beautiful night sky. We will never forget this.”

What’s Next?

The countdown has begun. Starting April 27, ITZY will roll out concept photos, individual “What is your Motto” content, and music video teasers. On release day, May 18, they will host a live countdown to celebrate with MIDZY worldwide.