Global K-pop heavyweights MONSTA X (@official_monsta_) step confidently into a new chapter with “growing pains,” their first release of the year and a powerful continuation of their English-language journey. The track follows recent digital single “baby blue,” which the group debuted at iHeartRadio’s Jingle Ball, with both songs set to appear on their forthcoming English album—a milestone moment in modern K-pop. 🚀
▶️ Watch: MONSTA X – “growing pains” Self-cam MV
“growing pains” reveals a more intimate side of MONSTA X, pairing sleek pop production with emotionally open lyricism. Lines like “I was just a kid when the lights found me” and “I left home behind when I was just eighteen” reflect on the cost of ambition—capturing the weight of growing up in the spotlight while chasing dreams at full speed.
At its core, the song balances vulnerability with resolve. The refrain “I’m finding my way dealing with these growing pains” speaks to the universal tension between uncertainty and self-belief, while affirmations such as “Baby, I’ll be okay… one day I’ll understand that I’m good as I am” transform doubt into quiet empowerment. It’s a message that lands far beyond genre or language—honest, relatable, and deeply human. 💫
The accompanying self-cam MV strips things back, placing the focus squarely on emotion and connection as the members deliver the song’s message directly to fans. The simplicity underscores the track’s sincerity, making “growing pains” feel less like a performance and more like a shared conversation.
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As MONSTA X continue expanding their global reach, this release signals what’s ahead: boundary-pushing pop, personal storytelling, and a confident redefinition of what a K-pop group can achieve on a worldwide scale. “growing pains” isn’t just a comeback—it’s a statement of growth. 🌱🎶
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🎧 Stream: MONSTA X 몬스타엑스 “growing pains”
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