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“	We are one! Hello, we are EXO!(We are one! 안녕하세요, EXO입니다!)	”
—EXO

EXO

Names

Hangul

엑소

Katakana

エクソ

Background

Origin

Seoul, South Korea

Genre(s)

Pop, R&B, hip-hop, EDM

Debut

April 8, 2012 (South Korea)November 4, 2015 (Japan)

Years active

2012–present

Label(s)

SM Entertainment Avex Trax (Japan)

Associations

EXO-KEXO-MEXO-CBXEXO-SC

Members

Current

• Suho
• Lay
• Chanyeol
• D.O.
• Kai
• Sehun

Inactive

• Xiumin
• Baekhyun
• Chen

Former

• Luhan
• Kris
• Tao

Fandom

Name

EXO-L (엑소엘)

Color(s)

     Cosmic Latte Website

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SNS

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Related Wikis

EXO Wiki • SMTown Wiki

EXO (Korean: 엑소, Japanese: エクソ) is a nine-member boy group under SM Entertainment. They debuted on April 8, 2012 with their first mini album Mama.

The group originally consisted of twelve members; Xiumin, Luhan, Kris, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Tao, Kai and Sehun, who were divided into two sub-units, EXO-K and EXO-M, one promoting in Korean and the other in Mandarin. However, since 2015, the group has promoted new music solely under its main name.

The group's name is taken from the term "exoplanet", which refers to a planet found outside of the Solar System.[1]

Contents

• 1 History
  • 1.1 Pre-debut
  • 1.2 2012: "What Is Love", "History", and debut with Mama
  • 1.3 2013: Major breakthrough with XOXO and Miracles in December
  • 1.4 2014: Overdose, first concert tour, Kris and Luhan lawsuits
  • 1.5 2015 (1): World tour, Exodus, Love Me Right, and Tao's lawsuit
  • 1.6 2015 (2): Japanese debut, "Lightsaber", and Sing For You
  • 1.7 2016: Ex'act, Lotto, second world tour, EXO-CBX, and For Life
  • 1.8 2017: The War, third world tour, and Universe
  • 1.9 2018: Countdown, Winter Olympics, Don't Mess Up My Tempo, and Love Shot
  • 1.10 2019: Military enlistments, fifth concert tour, EXO-SC, and Obsession
  • 1.11 2020–2021: Military hiatus and Don't Fight the Feeling
  • 1.12 2022: 10th anniversary and continued military hiatus
  • 1.13 2023: Military service, lawsuits against SM Entertainment, "Let Me In", "Hear Me Out", Exist
  • 1.14 2024: EXO-CBX agency changes
  • 1.15 2025: Kai and Sehun's discharge
  • 1.16 2026: Reverxe
• 2 Members
• 3 Sub-units
  • 3.1 Table
• 4 Discography
  • 4.1 Korean
    • 4.1.1 Studio albums
    • 4.1.2 Live albums
    • 4.1.3 Mini albums
    • 4.1.4 Special albums
    • 4.1.5 Digital singles
    • 4.1.6 Promotional singles
    • 4.1.7 Collaborations
  • 4.2 Participation releases
  • 4.3 Japanese
    • 4.3.1 Studio albums
    • 4.3.2 Singles
    • 4.3.3 Digital singles
    • 4.3.4 Promotional singles
• 5 Videography
  • 5.1 Blu-rays/DVDs
• 6 Concerts
  • 6.1 Asia tours
  • 6.2 World tours
• 7 Fanmeetings
  • 7.1 Japan fanmeetings
• 8 Photobooks
• 9 Endorsements
• 10 Awards and nominations
• 11 Gallery
• 12 Notes
• 13 References
• 14 Official links

History[]

Pre-debut[]

In early 2011, SM Entertainment's founder Lee Soo-man announced the company's plan to debut a new boy group, of which would be divided into two units that would promote simultaneously in South Korea and China by performing in both Korean and Mandarin. At the time, the two units were simply known as "M1" and "M2".[1]

On December 22, 2011, the boy group's debuting name was revealed to be EXO, taken from the term "exoplanet".

EXO held their first-ever televised performance on December 29, 2011, at SBS' annual Gayo Daejeon.[2]

2012: "What Is Love", "History", and debut with Mama[]

• Promo for "Mama" (EXO-K Ver.)
• Promo for "Mama" (EXO-M Ver.)

1/2

Prior to their official debut, EXO released two prologue singles, "What Is Love" and "History", on January 30, 2012, and March 9, 2012, respectively.

EXO's debut single, "Mama", was released digitally on April 8, followed by the mini album of the same name the next day. The two subunits promoted the album separately: EXO-K (made up of Suho, Baekhyun, Chanyeol, D.O, Kai and Sehun) performed on SBS' Inkigayo in South Korea, whilst EXO-M (made up of Xiumin, Luhan, Kris, Lay, Chen and Tao) performed on Top Chinese Music Awards in Shenzhen, China.

2013: Major breakthrough with XOXO and Miracles in December[]

The group's first full-length album, XOXO, was released on June 3, 2013, in both Korean and Chinese versions—of which were promoted by their respective sub-units. The album's title track, "Wolf" featured vocals from all 12 members, whilst the rest of the album's tracks were recorded separately.

A repackaged version of XOXO, featuring the title track "Growl", was released on August 5. All three versions of XOXO cumulatively sold over 1 million copies, making EXO the first artist to achieve this in over 12 years.[3]

EXO released their first special album, Miracles in December, on December 9, 2013.

2014: Overdose, first concert tour, Kris and Luhan lawsuits[]

On May 7, 2014, EXO released their second mini album, Overdose, with its title track of the same name. Originally slated to be released on April 21, the album was pushed back in light of the Sewol Ferry tragedy that occurred on April 16.[4] Once again, the album was promoted separately by EXO-K and EXO-M, although an alternative version of the title track features vocals from all 12 members. The Korean and Chinese versions later ranked first and second on the Gaon Yearly Chart for 2014, with 385,047 and 272,718 copies sold, respectively.[5]

Tickets for EXO's first concert tour, titled EXO from Exoplanet #1 – The Lost Planet, went on sale on April 16 and sold out in 1.47 seconds, breaking the record for the fastest sell-out by a Korean artist.[6] The tour began on May 23 at the KSPO Dome in Seoul and concluded on December 24 at Osaka-jō Hall in Osaka Japan, attracting over 320,000 fans.[7]

A week after the release of Overdose, on May 15, member Kris filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment for the termination of his contract, citing unfair profit distributions and disregarding artists' health.[8] On May 21, SM Entertainment announced that Kris would not participate in the group's then-upcoming first concert tour and all of his member-specific merchandise was to be cancelled.[9]

On October 10, Luhan became the second member of EXO to file a lawsuit against SM Entertainment, citing health problems and the company's differential treatment between the group's Korean and Chinese members.[10] Thus, his participation in the group's concert tour was discontinued.[11]

EXO released their first live album, Exology Chapter 1: The Lost Planet, on December 22, 2014. By year's end, the group had become the best-selling Korean act in Japan for the year.[12]

2015 (1): World tour, Exodus, Love Me Right, and Tao's lawsuit[]

The group's second concert tour, EXO Planet #2 – The Exo'luxion, began on March 7, 2015, at KSPO Dome in Seoul, South Korea. The tour would see stops throughout North America and Asia before concluding in Seoul on March 20, 2016.[13]

On March 30, the group released their second full-length album, Exodus, in both Korean and Mandarin versions. The album's title track, "Call Me Baby", was pre-released three days earlier. A repackaged version of the album, Love Me Right, was released on June 3. Sales from both versions of the album totaled over 1 million copies.[14]

Member Tao became the third member of EXO to file a lawsuit against SM Entertainment on August 24, 2015. Previously, he was absent from the group's promotions for the Love Me Right album due to injuries.[15]

2015 (2): Japanese debut, "Lightsaber", and Sing For You[]

EXO made their debut in Japan on November 4 with their first single "Love Me Right ～Romantic Universe～". The single sold over 147,000 copies, breaking the record for the best-selling debut by a Korean artist.[16] Five days later, the group released a special single titled "Lightsaber", of which was released in collaboration with Walt Disney to promote the movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens ahead of its release in South Korea.

On December 10, 2015, EXO released their second special winter album Sing For You. A portion of the profits from the album were donated to UNICEF's Smile For U campaign, which supports the music education of children in Korea.

2016: Ex'act, Lotto, second world tour, EXO-CBX, and For Life[]

The group released their third full-length album Ex'act, along with its double title tracks "Lucky One" and "Monster", on June 9, 2016. The album broke the group's own record for the highest first-week sales of a Korean artist.[17] A repackage version of the album, titled Lotto, was released on August 18. Sales from both versions of the album totaled to over 1.17 million copies. Thus, EXO earned the title as "triple million sellers".[18]

On June 15, the group announced their third concert tour, EXO Planet #3 – The Exo'rdium. The first six dates of the tour were held at KSPO Dome in Seoul, marking the longest solo concert series in Seoul by a K-pop artist;[19] The tour eventually concluded on May 28, 2017 following two consecutive shows at Seoul Olympic Stadium.

On July 21, the contractual disputes between SM Entertainment and Kris and Luhan were settled and both members officially left the group.[20]

On October 24, SM Entertainment announced that three members of EXO - Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin - would form a sub-unit called EXO-CBX.[21] The unit's first mini album, Hey Mama!, was released on October 31.

EXO's second Japanese single, "Coming Over", was released on December 7. Nearly two weeks later, they released their third special winter album For Life.

2017: The War, third world tour, and Universe[]

On June 23, 2017, SM Entertainment announced that EXO would be making a comeback on July 18 with their fourth full-length album The War and its title track "Ko Ko Bop". However, member Lay would be unable to participate in the album's production and promotion due to scheduling conflicts.[22] The album recorded over 800,000 pre-orders.[23]

A repackage album, titled The War: The Power of Music, was released on September 5. Combined sales for both versions of the album reached 1.6 million copies, becoming EXO's fourth album to surpass 1 million copies sold and earning them the title of "quadruple million sellers".[24]

EXO began their fourth tour, EXO Planet #4 – The EℓyXiOn, on November 24 at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. The tour eventually concluded on August 11, 2018, at Cotai Arena in Macau.

The group's fourth special winter album, Universe, was released on December 26, 2017. Originally meant to be released on December 21, it was delayed due to the passing of labelmate Jonghyun.[25]

2018: Countdown, Winter Olympics, Don't Mess Up My Tempo, and Love Shot[]

On January 16, 2018, the group's song "Power" became the first K-pop song to play at The Dubai Fountain at Burj Khalifa Lake, Dubai. Seven members of the group travelled to Dubai for the show's first viewing. The show ran January through March and then again from September through November that year.[26]

On January 31, EXO released their first Japanese full-length album Countdown. The album debuted atop the Oricon Weekly Chart with approximately 89,000 copies sold. The achievement made EXO the first non-Japanese group to have their debut single and album debut atop the chart.[27]

EXO performed at the closing ceremony of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang on February 25. The group was selected to perform at the ceremony as representatives of the K-pop genre, alongside CL.[28] In April, the Korean Mint Corporation released official commemorative medals for EXO, honoring the group's contribution to the global spread of Korean culture. Nine medals were created for each of the nine members.[29]

The group's fifth full-length album, Don't Mess Up My Tempo, was released on November 2. The album marked the group's first release with all nine members since 2016. Within a month of its release, Don't Mess Up My Tempo sold 1,179,997 copies, making EXO "quintuple million sellers". Moreover, EXO became the first artist in South Korea since 2000 to surpass 10 million total album sales.[30] A repackage version of the album, Love Shot, was released on December 13.

2019: Military enlistments, fifth concert tour, EXO-SC, and Obsession[]

Member Xiumin enlisted for his mandatory military service on May 7, 2019, followed by D.O. on July 1.[31][32]

On May 30, the group announced their fifth concert tour EXO Planet #5 – The EXplØration.[33] Beginning at the KSPO Dome in South Korea, the tour visited fans across Asia before eventually concluding on December 31.

On June 28, it was announced that two members - Chanyeol and Sehun - would debut as the groups's second sub-unit EXO-SC.[34] The unit's debut mini album, What a Life, was released on July 22.

With seven members, EXO released their sixth full-length album, Obsession, on November 27, 2019.

2020–2021: Military hiatus and Don't Fight the Feeling[]

On February 20, 2020, SM Entertainment announced that EXO would be taking a break from group activities in order for its members to fulfill their mandatory military duties. Thus, the remaining members would prioritize sub-unit and solo promotions.[35]

Member Suho enlisted on May 14 as a public service officer.[36] On December 6, Xiumin was discharged from military service, followed by D.O on January 25, 2021.[37][38]

On April 8, 2021, SM Entertainment announced that EXO would be releasing a special mini album in celebration of their ninth debut anniversary.[39] On May 26, an image teaser announced the participation of member Lay, whom had been absent from the group's promotions since 2018.[40] The special album, titled Don't Fight the Feeling, was released on June 7 and sold over 1 million copies in eight days.[41]

Members Chanyeol and Baekhyun enlisted for their military service on March 29 and May 6, respectively.[42][43]

2022: 10th anniversary and continued military hiatus[]

On April 7, 2022, Lay announced he would be leaving SM Entertainment after deciding not to renew his contract. However, he would remain a member of EXO.[44] Two days later, the group held their EXO 2022 Debut Anniversary Fan Event at Jamsil Arena in commemoration of their 10th anniversary since debut.

Suho was discharged from military service on February 14, followed by Chanyeol on September 28.[45][46]

In December 2022, six of the group's members - Xiumin, Suho, Chen, Chanyeol, Kai and Sehun - participated in SM Entertainment's special winter project 2022 Winter SMTOWN : SMCU Palace.

2023: Military service, lawsuits against SM Entertainment, "Let Me In", "Hear Me Out", Exist[]

Baekhyun was discharged from military service on February 5, 2023.[47]

On February 28, EXO announced a fanmeeting, titled 2023 EXO Fanmeeting "EXO' Clock", in celebration of their 11th debut anniversary.[48] The fanmeeting was held on April 8 and 9 at KSPO Dome in Seoul.

On May 11, Kai enlisted in the military as a public service worker.[49]

On June 1, it was announced that members Xiumin, Baekhyun, and Chen notified SM Entertainment of the termination of their exclusive contracts.[50]

On June 9, SM confirmed reports that EXO would be releasing their seventh full-length album.[51][52] The album, titled Exist, was released on July 10. A pre-release track, titled "Let Me In", was released on June 12, followed by "Hear Me Out" on June 30.

On June 19, SM Entertainment stated that they partially revised the contract of Baekhyun, Xiumin, and Chen, who will remain in the company and continue to be active in EXO activities.[53]

On October 17, SBS Entertainment News reported that Sehun and Chanyeol have signed exclusive contracts with a new agency for their individual activities while remaining part of EXO. SM Entertainment denied the rumors but stated that they have allowed them to establish their own companies within the terms of their already existing contracts with SM.[54]

On October 18, it was confimed that D.O. would be leaving SM Entertainment as his contract with them is set to expire in early November, however, he will keep being part of EXO.[55]

Member Sehun enlisted in the military on December 21.[56]

2024: EXO-CBX agency changes[]

On January 7, 2024, SM Entertainment announced that members Xiumin, Baekhyun, and Chen will carry out their solo activites and EXO-CBX activities under Baekhyun's newly-established label INB 100. SM added that all three members will remain members of EXO.[57]

2025: Kai and Sehun's discharge[]

Kai was discharged from military service on February 10, 2025.[58]

In February 2025, Suho and Chanyeol participated together in SM Entertainment's special 30th anniversary album 2025 SMTOWN : The Culture, The Future.

On September 7, EXO unveiled a teaser poster with the words "December 2025", seemingly hinting at a new release.[59] Later, on October 27, it was revealed the group would be holding a fanmeeting, titled EXO'verse, on December 14 at Inspire Arena in Incheon, as well as preparing for a new album. However, it will feature only six members, with Lay returning from hiatus and the EXO-CBX members being excluded.[60]

On September 20, Sehun was discharged from the military, making him the group's last member to complete mandatory military service.[61][62]

2026: Reverxe[]

On September 7, 2025, EXO unveiled a teaser poster, seemingly hinting at a new release.[63] Later, on October 27, it was revealed the group would be returning with a new album sometime in early 2026 featuring only six members.[64] On December 8, EXO unveiled concept photos and a video teaser announcing their eighth full-length album, titled Reverxe.[65]

Members[]

Name			Nationality	Superpower[66]	Number[67]	Position(s)	Years active
English	Korean	Japanese
Suho	수호	スホ	Korean	Water	1	Leader, EXO-K Leader, Lead Vocalist, Visual	2012–present
Lay	레이	レイ	Chinese	Healing	10	Main Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper	2012–present[n 1]
Chanyeol	찬열	チャンヨル	Korean	Fire	61	Main Rapper, Vocalist, Visual	2012–present
D.O.	디오	ディオ	Korean	Earth	12	Main Vocalist	2012–present
Kai	카이	カイ	Korean	Teleportation	88	Main Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper, Center, Visual	2012–present
Sehun	세훈	セフン	Korean	Wind	94	Lead Dancer, Lead Rapper, Visual, Maknae	2012–present
Inactive
Xiumin	시우민	シウミン	Korean	Frost	99	Lead Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper	2012–present
Baekhyun	백현	ベクヒョン	Korean	Light	4	Main Vocalist	2012–present
Chen	첸	チェン	Korean	Lightning	21	Main Vocalist	2012–present
Former
Luhan	루한	ルハン	Chinese	Telekinesis	77	Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Visual	2012–2014[n 2]
Kris	크리스	クリス	Chinese	Flight	0	EXO-M Leader, Main Rapper, Vocalist	2012–2014[n 3]
Tao	타오	タオ	Chinese	Time Control	68	Lead Rapper, Lead Dancer, Vocalist	2012–2015[n 4]

Sub-units[]

• EXO-K (2012–2015)
• EXO-M (2012–2015)
• EXO-CBX (2016–present)
• EXO-SC (2019–present)

Table[]

Name	EXO-K	EXO-M	EXO-CBX	EXO-SC
Xiumin	Former	Yes
Luhan	Former
Kris	Former
Suho	Former
Lay	Former
Baekhyun	Former	Yes
Chen	Former	Yes
Chanyeol	Former	Yes
D.O.	Former
Tao	Former
Kai	Former
Sehun	Former	Yes

Discography[]

Korean[]

Studio albums[] XOXO (2013) XOXO (repackage) (2013) Exodus (2015) Love Me Right (repackage) (2015) Ex'act (2016) Lotto (repackage) (2016) The War (2017) The Power Of Music (repackage) (2017) Don't Mess Up My Tempo (2018) Love Shot (repackage) (2018) Obsession (2019) Exist (2023) Reverxe (2026) Live albums[] Exology Chapter 1: The Lost Planet (2014) EXO Planet #3 - The EXO'rdium (Dot) (2017) EXO Planet #4 - The EℓyXiOn (Dot) (2019) EXO Planet #5 –EXplOration– (2020)

Mini albums[] Mama (as EXO-K & EXO-M) (2012) Overdose (as EXO-K & EXO-M) (2014) Special albums[] Miracles in December (2013) Sing For You (2015) For Life (2016) Universe (2017) Don't Fight The Feeling (2021) Digital singles[] "What Is Love" (2012) (pre-debut) "History" (2012) (pre-debut) "Monster (LDN Noise Creeper Bass Remix)" (2016) "Power (Remixes)" (2017) "Let Me In" (2023) "Hear Me Out" (2023) Promotional singles[] "Lightsaber" (2015) Collaborations[] "Dancing King" (2016) Participation releases[] SMTOWN - 2025 SMTOWN : The Culture, The Future[n 5] ("Git It Up!") (2025)

Japanese[]

Studio albums[]

• Countdown (2018)

Singles[]

• "Love Me Right ～Romantic Universe～" (2015)
• "Coming Over" (2016)
• "Bird" (2019)

Digital singles[]

• "Bird (EXO Planet 5 - EXplOration - in Japan)" (2020)
• "Bird (The Best Ver.)" (2023)

Promotional singles[]

• "Lightsaber" (2015)

Videography[]

Blu-rays/DVDs[]

• First Box/Year (2014)
• EXO from Exoplanet #1 – The Lost Planet in Japan (2015)
• EXO from Exoplanet #1 – The Lost Planet in Seoul (2015)
• Second Box (2015)
• EXO Planet #2 – The Exo'luxion in Seoul (2016)
• EXO Planet #2 – The Exo'luxion in Japan (2016)
• EXO Planet #3 – The Exo'rdium in Seoul (2017)
• EXO Planet #3 – The Exo'rdium in Japan (2017)
• From Happiness (2017)
• EXO Planet #4 – The EℓyXiOn in Seoul (2018)
• EXO Planet #4 – The EℓyXiOn in Japan (2018)
• EXO Planet #5 – The EXplØration (2020)
• EXO - Filmlive Japan Tour Exoplanet 2021 (2022)
• EXO-L-Japan Presents EXO Channel "The Best" (2023)[68]
• EXOのあみだで世界旅行～南海編～ (2024)[69]

Concerts[]

Asia tours[]

• EXO from Exoplanet #1 - The Lost Planet (2014)
• EXO Planet #4 – The EℓyXiOn (2017–2018)
• EXO Planet #5 – The EXplØration (2019)

World tours[]

• EXO Planet #2 - The Exo'luxion (2015–2016)
• EXO Planet #3 – The Exo'rdium (2016–2017)

Fanmeetings[]

• EXO 2022 Debut Anniversary Fan Event (2022)
• 2023 EXO Fanmeeting "EXO' Clock" (2023)
• 2024 EXO Fan Meeting : One (2024)[70]
• EXO'verse (2025)[71]

Japan fanmeetings[]

• EXO Channel "The Best" (2023)

Photobooks[]

• EXO - Exolody Chapter 1: On Stage & Off Stage (2014)
• Die Jungs (2014)
• EXO - Present : The Moment (2019)
• EXO's Travel the World on a Ladder in Namhae (2022)

Endorsements[]

The Face Shop (EXO-K) (2012) Samsung ATIV Smart PC (EXO-K) (2012) Sunny 10 (EXO-K) (2012) SK Telecom (2013) Nature Republic (2013-2020) Ivy Club (2013-2015) Crunky Chocolate (2014) Together Let's Bung Bung Bung (2014) Taming The Monster (2014) Kolon Sports (2014) Sunny 10 (2014) Kakaotalk Race Game (2014) Bung Bung Bung (Kakaotalk Game) (2014) Worldcon Ice Cream (EXO-K) (2014) Meilishuo (EXO-M) (2014)

Samsung Galaxy (2014) KFC China (2014) Bicicletas AIMA MIX (2014) MCM Korea (2014-2015) Baskin Robbins (EXO-K) (2014-2015) Lotte Duty Free (2014-) Lotte Pepero (2015-) SPAO (2015-2016) Hat's On (2016) Goobne Chicken (2016) Skechers (2017) MLB Korea (2018) Korea Tourism Organization (2018) Scarlett Glow (2023)[72]

Awards and nominations[]

Main article: List of awards and nominations received by EXO

Gallery[]

Main article: EXO/Gallery

Notes[]

1. ↑ Inactive due to solo activities. His last participation in official group releases is Don't Fight The Feeling.
2. ↑ Stopped promoting with the group in October 2014 after filing a contract termination. Officially left in July 2016.
3. ↑ Stopped promoting with the group in May 2014 after filing a contract termination. Officially left in July 2016.
4. ↑ Hiatus since August 15, 2015 until he officially left in March 2018.
5. ↑ Sung by Suho and Chanyeol

References[]

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 EDaily (KOR): SM 신예 2팀 드디어 출격..샤이니 이후 4년만 `기대`
2. ↑ Newsen (KOR): 꽁꽁 감춰뒀던 SM 소속 신예그룹 EXO ‘SBS 가요대전’ 통해 공개
3. ↑ Korea JoongAng Daily: EXO reaches a sales record
4. ↑ Asia Today: EXO confirms release date of “Overdose” for the 7th
5. ↑ Gaon Chart (KOR): Yearly Chart for 2014
6. ↑ Kstyle (JPN): EXO、単独コンサートのチケットが1.47秒で完売に
7. ↑ Naver (KOR): 엑소, 첫 단독 콘서트 투어 아시아 17개 도시, 32만명 동원
8. ↑ Yonhap (KOR): 엑소 멤버 크리스, SM 상대 전속계약 무효 소송
9. ↑ Korean Updates: EXO To Hold Their First Concert Without Kris
10. ↑ The Korean Herald: EXO Luhan sues S.M. to end exclusive contract
11. ↑ Asia Today (KOR): 루한 절친 “루한 소송? 건강악화·가족에 대한 그리움”…SM 공식입장과 달라
12. ↑ Venture Capital Post: EXO named 2014′s bestselling K-pop artist in Japan; releases ‘secret photos’ on fansite and launches ‘A Miracle in December’ event
13. ↑ New Straits Times: EXO still on a high
14. ↑ Mwave: EXO′s Second Album Becomes Million Seller
15. ↑ TV Daily (KOR): 엑소 이탈 타오, 오늘(24일) SM 상대로 전속계약 소송 제기
16. ↑ Koogle TV: EXO breaks records in Japan becoming best-selling K-pop act
17. ↑ Asia Today (KOR): “엑소, 엑소를 넘었다” 정규 3집 앨범 ‘이그잭트’, 발매 3일만의 역대 초동 1위 기록
18. ↑ OSEN (KOR): "독보적 클래스"..엑소, 컴백 동시에 '트리플 밀리언셀러'
19. ↑ Asia Starz: EXO makes history as the first K-pop band to have the longest solo concert series in Seoul
20. ↑ Naver (KOR): 크리스·루한 대 SM 소송 종결 "원계약 유지..매출 분배"
21. ↑ OSEN (KOR): 엑소-첸백시, 10월31일 'Hey Mama!'로 데뷔 확정..블록버스터급
22. ↑ Naver (KOR): 엑소, 레이 제외한 8인조로 7월 컴백
23. ↑ Naver (KOR): 엑소 '더 워', 선주문량 80만장 돌파‥앨범 사상 최다 수치
24. ↑ Naver (KOR): "무려 160만장"…엑소, 올해 최다 앨범판매량 기록경신
25. ↑ Billboard: EXO Delivers Up Winter Album ‘Universe’
26. ↑ The National News: Exo to return to Dubai Fountain for the whole of September
27. ↑ Newsen (KOR): 엑소 日 첫 정규앨범, 오리콘 데일리 차트 1위 ‘독보적 클래스’
28. ↑ Billboard: Korean Singers, K-Pop Acts Get Drawn Into Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics: EXO, CL to Perform At Closing Ceremony
29. ↑ Naver (KOR): 엑소 공식 메달 나온다…K팝스타 기념메달 1호
30. ↑ Naver (KOR): 엑소, 누적 음반판매 1000만장 돌파…2000년대 데뷔 가수 중 최초
31. ↑ Yonhap News Agency: Xiumin to join Army, becoming first EXO member to enlist
32. ↑ Billboard: EXO’s D.O. Releases ‘That’s Okay’ Ahead Of Military Enlistment and Hiatus: Listen
33. ↑ Naver (KOR): ‘K-POP 킹’ 엑소, 다섯 번째 단독 콘서트 7월 개최…독보적 음악+퍼포먼스+무대 예고
34. ↑ Naver (KOR): "엑소 新 유닛 출격"…세훈&찬열, 7월 22일 'What a life' 발매
35. ↑ Naver (KOR): SM 측 “엑소 첸 결혼, 멤버들과 논의…멤버 변동 없다”
36. ↑ Soompi: EXO Members Send Off Leader Suho As He Enlists In The Military
37. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Xiumin Officially Discharged From The Military
38. ↑ The Korea Times: EXO's D.O. discharged from military service
39. ↑ The Korea Herald: EXO to release album to mark 9th anniversary
40. ↑ Teen Vogue: EXO’s Next Comeback Will Include Member Lay Zhang
41. ↑ The Korea Herald: EXO adds another million-seller with latest album
42. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Chanyeol Enlists In The Military
43. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Baekhyun Announces Enlistment Date + To Enlist As Public Service Worker Due To Health Issues
44. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Lay Announces Departure From SM Entertainment With Handwritten Letter
45. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Suho Shares Heartfelt Letter To Fans After Military Discharge + Says He’s Preparing A Special Gift
46. ↑ Allkpop: EXO's Chanyeol officially discharged from his mandatory military service duties
47. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Baekhyun Shares Adorable Messages For Fans After Being Discharged From Military
48. ↑ Soompi: EXO To Hold Fan Meeting As Full Group For 11th Anniversary
49. ↑ Soompi: EXO Sends Off Kai As He Enlists In The Military
50. ↑ Soompi: Breaking: EXO’s Baekhyun, Xiumin, And Chen Notify SM Entertainment Of Contract Termination
51. ↑ Soompi: EXO Confirms July Comeback Date
52. ↑ (KR) Joy News 24: 엑소, 7월 10일 가요계 컴백 확정
53. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Baekhyun, Xiumin, And Chen Reach Agreement With SM Entertainment + Release Joint Statement
54. ↑ Soompi: SM Entertainment Refutes Reports Of EXO’s Sehun And Chanyeol Joining Another Agency
55. ↑ Soompi: D.O. To Leave SM And Join New Agency Founded By Manager + Will Still Continue EXO’s Activities
56. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Sehun Announces Military Enlistment Date With Heartfelt Letter To Fans
57. ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Baekhyun, Xiumin, And Chen Launch Individual Activities With Independent Label + SM Comments On EXO’s Activities
58. ↑ Allkpop: EXO’s Kai completes service, paving the way for a full group comeback
59. ↑ Soompi: EXO Hints At December Comeback With Mysterious Teaser
60. ↑ Soompi: EXO Announces Fan Meeting And New Full Album Featuring 6 Members Including Lay
61. ↑ @weareoneEXO on X (September 20, 2025)
62. ↑ @weareoneEXO on X (September 20, 2025)
63. ↑ Soompi: EXO Hints At December Comeback With Mysterious Teaser
64. ↑ Soompi: EXO Announces Fan Meeting And New Full Album Featuring 6 Members Including Lay
65. ↑ Soompi: Watch: EXO Teases Long-Awaited Comeback With Cinematic Trailer And Photos For "REVERXE"
66. ↑ Weekly Idol: Episode 103
67. ↑ Featured on members' concert outfits, merchandise, and photocards for 'Lotto' album.
68. ↑ @EXO_NEWS_JP on Twitter (July 9, 2023)
69. ↑ @EXO_NEWS_JP on Twitter (March 29, 2024)
70. ↑ @weareoneEXO on Twitter (February 26, 2024)
71. ↑ @weareoneEXO on X (October 30, 2025)
72. ↑ @scarlett_whitening on Instagram (June 17, 2023)

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