WHIB Discover Their Own Colors with Vibrant Second Mini Album “CHERRY PIE”

WHIB are entering a new chapter of their journey with the release of their second mini album, CHERRY PIE. Following the success of their first mini album, ROCK THE NATION, released earlier this year, the seven-member group returns with a project that captures their continued growth, evolving identity, and the colorful emotions discovered throughout their journey. While their previous release introduced WHIB’s determination and ambition as they stepped confidently into the industry, CHERRY PIE showcases a different side of the group — one filled with refreshing energy, youthful passion, and the excitement of discovering who they are becoming.

Since their debut on November 8, 2023, WHIB have continued building momentum through their music releases, performances, and growing connection with fans around the world. Their first mini album, ROCK THE NATION, marked a powerful introduction to the group’s identity and earned significant attention after surpassing 100,000 physical album sales worldwide. Now, with CHERRY PIE, WHIB expands upon the foundation they created by exploring the many different emotions, experiences, and “new colors” they have encountered along the way.

The album reflects WHIB’s name itself, which combines the words WHITE and BLACK to represent the wide spectrum of charms and personalities within the group. Just as colors exist between light and darkness, WHIB’s music explores the contrast between different emotions and energies, blending refreshing moments with powerful intensity. The members — Kim Jun-min, Ha Seung, Jin Beom, U Geon, Lee Jung, Jae-ha, and Won Jun — each bring their own individual style and personality, creating a collective identity built from their unique strengths. Together, they represent the idea that finding your own color is not about choosing one shade, but embracing every experience that shapes who you become.

“The same summer, different lights, the same path, different colors. We pass through all those colors to find our own.”

That message serves as the heart of CHERRY PIE, capturing WHIB’s journey as they continue moving forward together. Like the changing light throughout the day, the album reflects different moods and atmospheres, allowing the group to showcase both their refreshing charm and their more intense charisma. The contrast between bright and bold, energetic and emotional, creates a dynamic listening experience that highlights the different sides of WHIB while reinforcing the chemistry that continues to grow between the members.

Kicking off the album is "PAGES OF US," which focuses on the memories that brought WHIB to this point. The title evokes a scrapbook of small yet meaningful moments. Each performance, challenge, interaction with fans, and step forward adds to WHIB's ongoing story. This resonates deeply with fans, as music often becomes intertwined with personal memories. "PAGES OF US" captures this emotional connection, illustrating how music integrates into personal narratives. For WHIB, these pages reflect their journey from debut to now, encompassing industry excitement, the pressure to prove themselves, and the joy of reaching global listeners. Their story is still unfolding, shaped by numerous small experiences. The beauty of "PAGES OF US" lies in its reminder that growth is gradual, as WHIB and their fans continue to create new chapters together.

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The title track “CHERRY PIE” serves as the centerpiece of WHIB’s new era, capturing the refreshing energy and confidence that brings their debut sound back to life while also define their second mini album. Through its vibrant music video, the group brings the concept of discovering new colors to life, showcasing their playful charm, individual personalities, and the chemistry that comes from seven different members coming together as one. Visually and musically, the track reflects the idea behind WHIB’s identity — that there are endless possibilities between WHITE and BLACK, and that growth comes from embracing every side of yourself. While the song carries the bright and uplifting feeling, WHIB adds their own charisma and performance energy, creating a track that feels both refreshing and confident. Lyrically, “CHERRY PIE” celebrates the excitement of new experiences, unforgettable memories, and the moments that make a journey meaningful. For listeners, the song captures the joy of entering a new chapter, discovering something special, and appreciating the moments that become memories along the way. Rather than trying to define themselves by one image, WHIB use “CHERRY PIE” to show that their color is created through every experience, every challenge, and every new moment shared with fans.

Every journey needs motivation, and “MOTTO” embodies the inner drive to pursue goals. This track reflects WHIB’s determination to improve and explore their potential with its heavy bass-driven backbeat. A personal motto provides strength, acting as a reminder during challenging times. “MOTTO” captures the essence of holding onto meaningful aspirations despite uncertainty. For WHIB, it symbolizes evolving while staying true to their roots. In CHERRY PIE, “MOTTO” signifies the determination to discover one's unique identity, emphasizing that progress comes from persistence. Growing involves accepting uncertainty, and “CAN’T STOP=NOT FOUND” embraces curiosity and persistence. Not having all answers doesn't mean being lost; it’s about exploration. WHIB’s journey shows they are continually learning. This track encourages listeners to keep moving forward, as uncertainty often leads to defining discoveries through the in the lyrics as "괜찮아요 (meaning It's okay)" appears after a setback, because whenever someone experiences a setback, sometimes that's all we need to hear. Life, like WHIB’s path, is about the ongoing search, not perfect answers.

"MAKE IT” concludes CHERRY PIE by uniting the album’s emotions and looking toward future possibilities. It embodies hope and the belief that dreams can become reality. For WHIB, it reflects their commitment to growth and sharing their journey with fans. The track is a promise of more to come, leaving listeners with the sense that the future is open and full of potential. Just as WHIB find their colors, fans are reminded they can create their own paths.

Through CHERRY PIE, WHIB create an album that celebrates the process of becoming. It is a reminder that no one is defined by only one moment, one achievement, or one version of themselves. Like colors blending together to create something new, every experience contributes to the person we become. For WHIB, the journey between WHITE and BLACK is filled with endless possibilities. For fans, that same message serves as a reminder that their own colors are worth discovering. CHERRY PIE creates a moment for everyone listening to embrace their own story along the way.