The Xtraordinary girls of XG have render — this time with a new flavor , raw song , and the same confidence we ’ve come to love .

Imagine this: It’s summer of 2023, and you hear the song “Left Right” playing everywhere. So much so that it’s become permanently stuck in your head. If you can relate, then you already know the girls of XG (short for Xtraordinary Girls).

XG   is a seven - penis pelvic arch - hops / R&B girl group consist of Jurin , Chisa , Harvey , Hinata , Juria , Maya , and Cocona . The first artists to debut under XGALX , their commission is to create a culture of bold creativeness and endue unseasoned people to " listen to your heart , focus on your dreams , and have the military strength to make them arrive true — without being limited by the opinions or sound judgement of others . " And if you ’ve listened to their music , you know that they ’ve definitely stayed dependable to this mission .

After finding international success through their singles “Left Right” and “Shooting Star,” XG has returned with their newest single, “Woke Up,” along with the news of a world tour.

So, BuzzFeed sat down with XG to chat about their latest release, their favorite part of this comeback, and more.

Congrats on your latest release, “Woke Up!” How are you feeling now that this single is available for the world to listen to?

From the beats to the imagery accompanying “Woke Up,” it feels like a new start for XG. Can you tell us more about the track and the meaning behind it?

Cocona:“Woke Up " is XG ’s first all - rap song — it has an unconventional trend with an 808 freshwater bass blend with unique Northeast Asiatic sounds . We want listeners to feel a strong hip - hop caliber through our rap music performance . We believe this rail really showcases our Xtraordinary vibe !

This is your fifth single — looking back on your journey as XG, how has the group evolved during your career?

Chisa : With each new conception that highlights XG ’s identicalness , I feel like our individual personality and fictional character have part to shine !

Your powerful and unique sense of fashion and aesthetics is well-known by fans and listeners alike. What are your thoughts on the concept and aesthetics of this comeback?

Since the music video was released, it seems like fans are obsessed with Cocona shaving her head during the music video. Cocona, how does it feel to debut this new style?

Cocona : I’ve always want to shave my head , so I ’m really happy to finally do something I ’ve wanted for so long ! There are many intellect why I need to shave my head , and I hope to carry each of those significance through my performance and future employment .

What do the other members think about Cocona’s shaved look?

Jurin : We think Cocona rocks the buzz cut better than anyone else in the world ! From the moment Cocona mention wanting to try this hairstyle , hearing her reasons , and get word how cool and true to herself she is , it ’s filled us with esteem . We hope she continue to stay rightful to herself !

Maya : I was there when Cocona shaved her head on readiness during the MV shoot . Seeing her do that made me so emotional in so many unlike way . How audacious she is to do that , and the confidence she had , as well as how nerveless she looked in that hairstyle still stuns me to this sidereal day .

A continued theme we’re seeing with XG is confidence and being unapologetically yourself. How do you stay confident in yourself?

Jurin : I seek to enjoy this once - in - a - life experience and fearlessly tackle whatever I require to do . I trust having confidence and being honest to oneself are n’t things you may just decide to do ; or else of worrying about that , I choose to trust my instincts and bask the moment . I think it ’s all about enjoying each moment as it comes !

Chisa : feel glad about the things I like and savor — and know that I ’m the only one who can determine my own spirit — motivate me to challenge myself in whatever way I like and want .

Hinata : I think the mind-set of " I am who I am " gives me bravery . Also , when I discover things I love , it helps me to love myself even more !

Members of the group XG dressed as wolves

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Harvey : I conceive the most of import affair is to have a go at it yourself . By treasure and get it on this unequaled self that exists nowhere else in the world , I think it lead to believe in yourself   ︎ No matter who you are , if you sleep together yourself , I believe you ’ll obtain sight of love from those around you !

Juria : Absolutely , have it off myself just the way I am sincerely builds self-assurance within me ! have a go at it yourself leads to trust in yourself and let you to verbalise your true ego even more .

Maya : Never draw a blank who I am as Maya and always have fun with what I ’m doing . Always loving myself for who I am is what I think allows me to stay true to myself as well as be confident . We only have one life , so might as well live the best of it ! !

Seven women stand in futuristic outfits and long coats. The group includes: Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona

Cocona : It ’s all about love and confidence ! believe in myself and cherishing what I want to do freely and joyfully at my own step is crucial to me .

Each section of “Woke Up” is represented by different members and their accompanying rap. How does each member feel about their section and the meaning behind it?

Jurin : My introductory verse represents the egress of " stir up Up " and what XG stands for , so as a leader , I was thrilled to sing that part . I particularly wish the verse line before the chorus because the choreography is really fun . I love how the pun , especially in lines like " Find me in Tokyo rappin ’ a skirt , " combines cuteness with a hip - hop vibe .

Chisa : My part overall has a sexy vibration , and I have sex lyrics like " fix my hair " and " make-up " because they stand for me . The channel " Make ‘em bow down to the X , uh " at the remnant feels like a key part to me personally , as it capsule our potent purpose to point for the macrocosm !

Hinata : I love singing the catchy part in the chorus , " I ’m cool just the way I woke up , so do n’t make me mad . " It ’s fix this relaxed yet self-assertive vibe that I really love !

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Harvey : In Verse 2 , there ’s a lyric poem that goes , " you’re able to call me Harvey , but I ’m not your Barbie doll yeah , " and it ’s where I rhyme with my name , make a confident language . It ’s the part I can easily imagine , and every time I sing it , it meet my warmness with Passion of Christ   ︎.

Juria : I love the chorus part where I sing , " wake up lookin ' like this . " It feels bold yet carry a pile of substance within it , which is something I really appreciate .

Maya : I like the " We all fam and stomach tall now " because I feel like it showcases and hand over the strength and powerfulness that we have as a team and crime syndicate . Whenever I pink this part , it gives me this feeling of confidence . :)

Performers on stage in long, black outfits during a theatrical production with a large, dramatic backdrop

Cocona : I have sex Verse 2 ’s rap ! specially the part where it goes , " Young queen but I act like an unnie ( former sister ) . " It ’s catchy , cute , and a rap flair we have n’t see much before , which I really like !

What was your favorite part of filming the music video?

Juria : There are many , but I loved the scene where I damp through the wall in my solo nip ! We endeavor to minimize the usance of CGI and used actual wall and cars in many view . That ’s why I think the dynamical shots turn out great !

You’re booked and busy with your world tour: The First Howl. What are you most excited about?

Your music videos are incredibly impressive and fun to watch. Do you ever take things from the set to remember the experience? What would you have liked to take with you?

Hinata : I’d love to take home the gondola used during Chisa - chan ’s solo shoot ! I do n’t have a license , but it was tailor-make and wait really cool , so I would ’ve liked to take it home .

You performed “Woke Up” for the first time during your Osaka shows. What was it like being able to perform the song in front of fans?

Hinata : Since it had n’t been released yet before our Osaka prove , we were really look forward to project everyone ’s reactions , so we put even more energy into our performance .

What are you looking forward to most when coming back to the US?

Chisa : The number one thing I ’m looking forrader to is meeting the Alphaz in the US . I ’m also really aroused to experience the scene and the air there ! I want to explore fashionable cities where every photograph looks awful , try things I can only eat in the US , and have conversations in English !

Social media has been a big part of your journey, with your previous releases, “Left Right” and “Shooting Star,” gaining mass popularity on TikTok. Do you ever watch the videos that fans post online?

Maya : I definitely do pass a lot of my free time watching videos online . I come across so many TV of our Alphaz covering our songs and dance to them , and it makes me so felicitous to see fans cover them ! And seeing the funny delete our Alphaz make never fail to make me laugh !

What is next for XG?

What does music mean to you?

Juria : Music is my aliveness . Without music , I would n’t be able to do anything , and I would n’t be the someone I am today .

Share a message to Alphaz and your listeners!

William Harvey : Alphaz , thank you so much for always giving us a plenty of energy ! Let ’s have a special journey together ︎this year . You guy wire are awesome︎ , love you !

author ’s note : It would be remiss of me not to mention that Harvey add together many hearts while responding to this question , no dubiousness to show how much making love she has for Alphaz !

Thanks for sitting down with us, XG! Make sure to stream “Woke Up!” And if you can’t get enough of XG, be sure to follow them onInstagram,X (formerly Twitter), andYouTube.

Seven women stand on an elevated stage in silhouette, each holding a microphone. The background is a large, brightly lit screen