Three of HYBE’s leading girl groups—KATSEYE, LE SSERAFIM and ILLI—are releasing a joint digital single titled “Iconic By Mistake” at midnight on Friday, June 12, with the music video arriving a day earlier at 11 a.m. ET on Thursday, June 11. The collaboration was first hinted by KATSEYE on Instagram on June 7, and the teaser hints at a high‑octane, visually striking concept.

June 7 Instagram teaser reveals baroque piano and feather‑filled visuals

The first glimpse came from KATSEYE’s Instagram story, where a 20‑second clip showed a baroque piano melody over a screen swathed in white bird feathers. mid‑clip, an industrial grind shakes the feathers loose, unveiling the song’s title in a playful cursive made of cartoon teeth, skulls and tombstones. The caption reads, “I am iconic by mistake, a lone voice sings as the final feather drops,” underscoring the eerie yet whimsical tone.

Video teaser hints at spaceship set‑piece and dental‑themed horror

A 30‑second preview of the official video shows the three groups on what appears to be a spaceship, followed by a golden tooth slamming into an electrical outlet, a violent windstorm, and a dentist‑office nightmare where a glittering grill glints over a blood‑streaked nostril.. These striking images suggest a narrative that blends sci‑fi action with macabre symbolism , a departure from the groups’ recent releases.

LE SSERAFIM’s recent album cycle provides backdrop for the collab

LE SSERAFIM, a five‑member act, wrapped up its second studio album in May, featuring the singles “Boompala” and “Celebration.” Their participation in “Iconic By Mistake” comes as they transition from a full‑album promotion to a high‑profile partnership, potentially expanding their reach beyond the Korean market.

KATSEYE’s hiatus and upcoming EP add intrigue to the joint effort

KATSEYE is currently on an inedfinite hiatus after co‑founder Manon Bannerman stepped back , yet the group is preparing an EP slated for August 14. their latest single “Pinky Up” showcases a high‑energy sound that may bleed into the collaborative track, offering fans a bridge between past releases and future material.

Open question: Who produced and wrote “Iconic By Mistake”?

The source does not disclose the song’s producers or songwriters, leaving speculation about whether HYBE’s in‑house team or external collaborators are behind the track. Additionally, it remains unclear how revenue and credit will be split among the three groups, a detail fans and industry watchers will be watching closely.

According to the source, no further information about the song’s creators was available at press time. As the release approaches, additional credits may emerge, shedding light on the creative forces shaping this unprecedented trio effort.