#SEVENTEENDontWannaCry
Overview
#SEVENTEENDontWannaCry celebrated SEVENTEEN’s fourth mini-album Al1 (May 2017) and its emotional title track “Don’t Wanna Cry.” The song showcased the self-producing group’s artistic growth and became one of their biggest hits, with synchronized choreography that went viral globally.
Choreography Phenomenon
The “Don’t Wanna Cry” choreography, created by member Hoshi and choreographer Choi Youngjun, featured intricate formations and emotional storytelling that earned praise from professional dancers worldwide. Dance practice videos surpassed 100 million views and inspired countless covers.
Self-Produced Excellence
SEVENTEEN (produced by Woozi, S.Coups, Vernon, and members) distinguished themselves as a “self-producing idol group,” writing, composing, and choreographing their own music. “Don’t Wanna Cry” demonstrated their maturity in balancing commercial appeal with artistic integrity.
The hashtag trended during:
- Album release week (May 22-28, 2017)
- Music show wins (13 total)
- SEVENTEEN 1st World Tour Diamond Edge
- Choreography video viral spread (June-August 2017)
Legacy
“Don’t Wanna Cry” established SEVENTEEN as one of K-pop’s top acts and proved self-produced groups could compete with agency-manufactured idols. The song remains a concert staple and introduced global audiences to SEVENTEEN’s signature performance-focused style.