XG Redefines the Meaning of Their Name Signalling a new era as “Xtradaordinary Genes”

Rosa Gulliver
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Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | January 12, 2026

XG Redefines the Meaning of Their Name Signalling a new era as “Xtradaordinary Genes”

Global hip-hop/R&B group XG has announced an evolution in the meaning behind their name, shifting from “Xtraordinary Girls” to “Xtraordinary Genes.” The announcement marks a symbolic milestone for the group as all seven members have entered their 20s, signalling a new phase of artistic and personal growth, and underscoring XG’s longstanding commitment to individuality and self-expression.

Since their debut, XG has embodied the spirit of “Xtraordinary Girls,” building a global following through fearless creativity, high-impact performances, and a rule-breaking, genre-defying approach that has challenged conventions across music, fashion, and culture. The group’s updated name meaning reflects a deeper focus on what defines them at their core.

“Xtraordinary Genes” represents the innate creativity, individuality, and forward-thinking energy embedded within each member of XG. More than a rebrand, the shift serves as a declaration of evolution, from their starting point to the source that drives their artistry as the group continues shaping culture without boundaries.

This moment arrives as XG prepares to enter a major new chapter. The group will release their debut full-length album, THE CORE – 核, on January 23, 2026, followed by their second world tour, XG WORLD TOUR: THE CORE, launching in February. With global momentum continuing to build, the name evolution underscores XG’s commitment to growth, reinvention, and long-term impact. THE CORE – 核 is available for pre-order HERE.

About XG

XG is a 7-member hip-hop/R&B-inspired girl group formed by XGALX consisting of JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA. The group name "XG" represents "Xtraordinary Girls," empowering people from various backgrounds worldwide through their boundary-breaking style of music and performance. Since their March 2022 debut with the single "Tippy Toes," they have achieved numerous global milestones, including becoming the first Japanese artists to reach No. 1 on Billboard's "Hot Trending Songs Powered by Twitter" weekly chart and the first Japanese girl group to grace the cover of Billboard magazine. Their 2nd Mini Album AWE, released in November 2024, marked their first entry on the Billboard 200 albums chart. In 2024-2025, they embarked on their first world tour, "XG 1st WORLD TOUR 'The First HOWL,'" performing 47 shows across 35 cities in 18 countries and regions, culminating with the Tokyo Dome performance on May 14, 2025. In April 2025, they were the only Japanese artists to perform at Coachella, where they closed the Sahara stage and received acclaim from numerous domestic and international media outlets.