SHINee Releases New Single 'Poet | Artist' to Celebrate 17th Anniversary

SHINee has officially released their new single 'Poet | Artist' along with its title track music video at midnight on May 25, 2025, marking their 17th anniversary. The single features the title track 'Poet | Artist' and an additional song titled 'Starlight', both available on various music platforms and the SMTOWN YouTube channel.

The title track 'Poet | Artist' is an impressive electro-pop song that encourages breaking boundaries and creating new experiences, drawing on literary and poetic themes. The late Jonghyun contributed to the lyrics and composition for this track, showcasing his enduring influence on the group.

The accompanying song 'Starlight' is a refreshing medium-tempo dance pop track that captures the emotions of encountering someone special for the first time, likening it to being illuminated by starlight in darkness, further expanding SHINee's musical universe.

The music video for 'Poet | Artist' beautifully reflects the essence of the title, portraying SHINee as artists who confront their past 'poems'—the precious moments they've created together—and embark on a journey towards new 'poems' in vibrant, colorful settings. The visuals include enchanting scenes with the members standing side by side against dreamlike backdrops, enhancing the song's lyrical and sensory atmosphere.

Additionally, SHINee is set to conclude their seventh solo concert 'SHINee WORLD Ⅶ [E.S.S.A.Y] (Every Stage Shines Around You)' at the KSPO DOME in Seoul on the same day, adding to the excitement surrounding their anniversary celebrations.