KATSEYE Reveals Release Date for New Single ‘Pinky Up’

KATSEYE performing at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards
KATSEYE takes the stage during the 68th annual GRAMMY Awards at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on February 1, 2026. Christopher Polk/Billboard

KATSEYE is inviting their dedicated fanbase, the EYEKONS, to a masterclass in sophistication, and the primary lesson is simple: it’s time to raise those pinkies.

The HYBE-backed global sensation recently unveiled their upcoming single, “Pinky Up,” through an intriguing string of social media teasers. The campaign kicked off on Monday, March 30, with a mysterious clip showcasing the iconic Mona Lisa sipping tea with refined elegance.

This was followed by a Tuesday morning reveal featuring a vibrant arcade claw machine. Amidst a sea of plush toys and jewelry, a robotic arm retrieves a sword, possibly hinting at the track’s lyrical themes. The group added further excitement with a caption declaring they are “screaming from cloud nine.”

A third update solidified the release, showcasing the official cover art—a stylish visual featuring a tea set and a toy cat—rendered in bold, hot-pink typography. According to the announcement, “Pinky Up” is set to arrive on April 9 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET.

The track is scheduled to drop just ahead of KATSEYE’s highly anticipated Coachella debut on Friday, April 10. This release marks their first venture as a quintet following the announcement from HYBE and Geffen that member Manon Bannerman would be taking a temporary hiatus.

Despite the lineup change, the group has maintained a rigorous schedule, including standout sets at Lollapalooza in Argentina and Chile. Looking ahead, KATSEYE is also slated to headline the 2026 Head in the Clouds Music & Arts Festival in Pasadena this August.

Explore the “Pinky Up” teasers from KATSEYE below:


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