NCT Taeyong Earns First Solo Music Show Win on Music Bank with 'WYLD' (May 2026)

NCT’s Taeyong secured his first-ever music show victory as a solo artist on the May 29 episode of KBS2’s Music Bank. His title track “WYLD” from his debut full-length album earned 6,586 points, beating ITZY’s “MOTTO” (5,924 points) in a close race.

Key Facts

• Taeyong took first place on KBS2’s Music Bank aired on May 29, 2026, with the title track “WYLD” from his first regular album.
• This is Taeyong’s first music show win since his solo debut.
• The win was determined by combining digital music, broadcast frequency, and album points; Taeyong scored 6,586 points, while ITZY received 5,924 points.
• The broadcast also featured performances from aespa, LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE, ILLIT, ITZY, and many others.
• Taeyong’s “WYLD” stage was noted for its intense energy, delicate control of tempo, and a stable encore with solid live vocals.
• After the win, Taeyong thanked SMTOWN staff and his fandom SIZN (also known as Czennies) and hinted at NCT 127’s upcoming album.

Key Terms

• SIZN (시즈니): The official fandom name for Taeyong and NCT, also referred to as Czennies.

Key Quote

“I am grateful to the SMTOWN family who worked hard for my first full album and to SIZN (fandom name) who always give me strength. Thanks to Sizny, I feel like I received a good award, and it's so precious. I'll work harder and make good music for you in the future. And NCT 127's album is coming out soon—we're preparing hard, so please look forward to it.” — Taeyong

Next

• Taeyong promised to continue making good music and performances for his fans.
• NCT 127’s album is currently being prepared; Taeyong asked fans to anticipate its release.