Monsta X is a South Korean boy group formed through the reality survival program No.Mercy under Starship Entertainment. The group currently compose of six members: Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney and I.M. The group debuted with their first EP Trespass on May 14, 2015.

Since debut, they had been known for their aggressive style, combining elements of hip hop, EDM and pop. This aggressive style with “tracks centred around loud, clattering, electronic instrumentals, vicious rap verses, and striking vocals” had also been influential across the fourth generation of K-pop. Additionally, they also obtained the modifier of “Next Generation Beast Idol”.