“Birthday Wish” is a K-pop dance-pop song by South Korean girl group NMIXX, released on October 19, 2026, as the lead track of their sixth EP, Strange Muse. The song combines moombahton, Afro-inspired rhythms, and future house elements to create a vibrant, rhythm-driven sound with emotional vocal passages and dynamic electronic production. Its arrangement shifts between energetic dance sections, softer piano-led moments, and a narration-led bridge, highlighting the group's vocal versatility and distinctive musical style.
The song explores themes of connection, inspiration, new beginnings, and making meaningful wishes for people who bring happiness and purpose into life. Within the Strange Muse concept, “Birthday Wish” celebrates the idea that people can inspire one another and become each other's muses. With its blend of dance rhythms, expressive vocals, and heartfelt themes, the track presents a fresh musical direction for NMIXX while maintaining the group's experimental approach to K-pop.
Track Details
- Song Title: Birthday Wish (긴 소원)
- Artist: NMIXX
- Album: Strange Muse
- Release Date: October 19, 2026
- Track Number: 1
- Duration: Approximately 3 minutes 20 seconds
- Genre: K-pop, Dance-Pop
- Musical Styles: Moombahton, Afro-inspired rhythms, Future House
- Language: Korean, with English phrases
- Song Type: Lead single / Title track
- Record Label: JYP Entertainment
- Album Type: Sixth EP
- Production: 2Summery is credited with arranging the track.
- Official Music Video: Released alongside the song on October 19, 2026.
“Birthday Wish” is the opening track of Strange Muse, an EP featuring six songs that explore different musical styles and member combinations. The release showcases NMIXX's evolving artistry through a combination of full-group performances and dedicated unit tracks.
Listen legally: Find “Birthday Wish” through official music streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music, where available.