What is CARAT Day?
February 14 is not just Valentine’s Day for SEVENTEEN, it’s the birthday of their cherished fandom, CARATs. On this day in 2016, during their 1st encore concert LIKE SEVENTEEN – Boys Wish, the group unveiled the official fandom name CARATs. The name signifies the symbiotic relationship, stating, “With CARATs, the diamond called SEVENTEEN will always shine so brightly.”
Celebrating CARATs’ 8th anniversary, SEVENTEEN members share gratitude through messages, selcas, and a special 1-hour celebratory video. This heartfelt gesture reaffirms the strong bond between the group and their dedicated fanbase, creating a joyous occasion filled with love and appreciation for the years of unwavering support.
Here are SEVENTEEN member’s wishes for their fans
This year, SEVENTEEN members took to their Weverse to share heartfelt messages for CARATs, celebrating their 8th anniversary. Take a look at the members’ wishes below!
- S.Coups: In a touching message, S.Coups, the leader of the group, expressed gratitude to CARATs for their unwavering support, hoping for a future filled with happiness. Promising to work harder, S.Coups extended his love and appreciation to the fandom, reaffirming their special bond. He wrote:
Thank you for always being by my side. I hope the future will be filled with only happy things for you. We will work harder. I love you and thank you.
- Jeonghan: In a heartfelt message, Jeonghan wished CARATs a happy birthday, expressing gratitude for their continuous support. He thanked them for providing strength and encouraged collaborative efforts in the future. Wishing good health, Jeonghan, who is recuperating from ankle surgery, assured fans of his return and hoped they had a wonderful day and night. His message read:
Happy Birthday, Carats! Thank you for always supporting me and giving me strength haha. Let’s work hard together in the future. I hope Carats don’t get sick and are always healthy.
- Joshua: In a sweet message, Joshua thanked CARATs for their love and support, calling them his inspiration. He also wished them a happy Valentine’s Day and hoped they would enjoy the special video prepared by the group. He wrote:
Happy Carat Day! Thank you for always loving and supporting us. You are our inspiration. Happy Valentine’s Day too! I hope you enjoy the video we made for you.
- Jun: In a brief but sincere message, Jun wished CARATs a happy birthday, expressing his love and gratitude. He also shared a cute selca of himself holding a heart-shaped balloon. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! I love you and thank you.
- Hoshi: In a playful message, Hoshi congratulated CARATs on their 8th anniversary, calling them his precious diamonds. He also teased them about the special video, saying that they would be surprised by the content. He wrote:
Congratulations, Carats! You are my precious diamonds. You will be surprised by the video. It’s a secret.
- Wonwoo: In a warm message, Wonwoo wished CARATs a happy birthday, thanking them for their support and love. He also shared a selca of himself smiling brightly. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! Thank you for your support and love. I’m always happy because of you.
- Woozi: In a simple but meaningful message, Woozi wished CARATs a happy birthday, expressing his love and gratitude. He also shared a selca of himself holding a cake with a candle. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! I love you and thank you.
- DK: In a cheerful message, DK wished CARATs a happy birthday, thanking them for their love and support. He also shared a selca of himself making a heart with his hands. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! Thank you for your love and support. You are the best.
- Mingyu: In a friendly message, Mingyu wished CARATs a happy birthday, thanking them for their trust and loyalty. He also shared a selca of himself posing with a flower. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! Thank you for your trust and loyalty. You are my flower.
- The8: In a poetic message, The8 wished CARATs a happy birthday, comparing them to the stars in the sky. He also shared a selca of himself looking at the camera. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! You are like the stars in the sky, shining brightly and beautifully. You are my star.
- Seungkwan: In a humorous message, Seungkwan wished CARATs a happy birthday, joking that they were getting old. He also shared a selca of himself making a funny face. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! You are getting old, but don’t worry, you are still young and beautiful. I’m kidding, I love you.
- Vernon: In a cool message, Vernon wished CARATs a happy birthday, praising them for their passion and energy. He also shared a selca of himself wearing sunglasses. He wrote:
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Happy Birthday, Carats! You are amazing, you have so much passion and energy. You are my sunshine.
- Dino: In a cute message, Dino wished CARATs a happy birthday, calling them his angels. He also shared a selca of himself smiling brightly. He wrote:
Happy Birthday, Carats! You are my angels, you make me happy and proud. You are my happiness.
SEVENTEEN treats CARATs to a special video
As a special gift for CARATs, SEVENTEEN also released a 1-hour video on their YouTube channel, titled “SEVENTEEN’s CARAT Day Gift”. The video features the members having fun, playing games, singing songs, and sharing stories. The video also includes some behind-the-scenes footage of their recent activities, such as their online concert, their album promotions, and their variety show appearances. The video is a delightful treat for CARATs, who get to see the members’ personalities, talents, and charms.
The video has received over 2 million views and thousands of comments from CARATs, who expressed their love and appreciation for SEVENTEEN. Some of the comments are:
- “Thank you for this amazing gift, SEVENTEEN. You are the best gift for us, CARATs. Happy CARAT Day!”
- “This video made my day. SEVENTEEN is so funny, talented, and adorable. I love them so much. Happy CARAT Day!”
- “This video is so precious. SEVENTEEN is so genuine, humble, and sweet. I’m so proud to be a CARAT. Happy CARAT Day!”
SEVENTEEN is a 13-member boy group under PLEDIS Entertainment, consisting of S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. They debuted in 2015 with the mini-album 17 Carat and have since released several hit songs, such as “Adore U”, “Mansae”, “Very Nice”, “Don’t Wanna Cry”, “Clap”, “Thanks”, “Home”, “Fear”, “Left & Right”, and “Ready to Love”. They are known for their self-produced music, powerful performances, and diverse concepts. They have won numerous awards, such as the Golden Disc Awards, the Seoul Music Awards, the Mnet Asian Music Awards, and the Billboard Music Awards. They have also gained a global fanbase, with millions of followers on social media and streaming platforms.
SEVENTEEN is currently preparing for their comeback with their 9th mini-album Attacca, which will be released on February 22. The album will feature the title track “Rock with You”, a pop-rock song that expresses the desire to stay with someone through thick and thin. The album will also include 10 other songs, showcasing the members’ musical growth and versatility. SEVENTEEN has already released the concept photos, the tracklist, and the highlight medley for the album, raising the anticipation and excitement of the fans.
SEVENTEEN is also set to hold their online fan meeting “SEVENTEEN in CARAT LAND” on February 27 and 28, where they will interact with their fans and perform their new songs. The fan meeting will be streamed live on Weverse Shop and will be available for replay until March 14.
SEVENTEEN is one of the most popular and successful boy groups in the K-pop industry, with a loyal and passionate fandom, CARATs. They have proven their talent, charisma, and love for their fans over the years, and they continue to do so with their upcoming activities. SEVENTEEN and CARATs are truly a match made in heaven, and we wish them a happy and prosperous future together.
Happy CARAT Day, SEVENTEEN and CARATs!