ILLIT - 4th Mini Album MAMIHLAPINATAPAI [PAW PAW Compact Ver.]
ILLIT - 4th Mini Album MAMIHLAPINATAPAI [PAW PAW Compact Ver.]
ILLIT — 4th Mini Album MAMIHLAPINATAPAI [PAW PAW Compact Ver.]
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GLLIT, get ready to feel that spark! 💚🐾 ILLIT returns with their highly anticipated 4th mini album "MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" — and the PAW PAW Version is the adorable compact edition you've been waiting for! Featuring a 44-page photobook, accordion mini book, sticker book, and multiple photocards, this version brings ILLIT's fresh charm in a collectible package!
The album title "Mamihlapinatapai" comes from the Yaghan language of South America — describing that unspoken moment between two people who both want something but hesitate to act. With title track "It's Me", ILLIT explores new emotional territory while keeping their signature feel-good energy!
Pre-order now at Kpop Exchange — ships from Denver, Colorado!
"MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" is ILLIT's 4th mini album, releasing April 30, 2026. This marks the group's first comeback in nearly 10 months since their successful "bomb" EP! The PAW PAW Version is the compact edition featuring extensive photobook content and collectible inclusions.
Why GLLIT Love the PAW PAW Version:
- 44-page photobook — substantial visual content
- Accordion mini book — fold-out photo display (20 pages)
- Sticker book — themed stickers with extra sticker sheets
- Lyric book — album lyrics and member credits
- Dual photocards — Photocard A + Photocard B (total 2 PCs)
- Mini CD-R — with CD envelope
- Poster — album artwork
What Does "MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" Mean? The album title is derived from the Yaghan language of Tierra del Fuego, listed in The Guinness Book of World Records as the "most succinct word" and considered one of the hardest words to translate. It has been translated as:
- "A look that without words is shared by two people who want to initiate something, but that neither will start"
- "Looking at each other hoping that the other will offer to do something which both parties desire but are unwilling to do"
A romantic interpretation describes it as "that look across the table when two people are sharing an unspoken but private moment — when each knows the other understands and is in agreement with what is being expressed. An expressive and meaningful silence."
Literally, it could also mean "to make each other feel awkward" — capturing that delicate tension of unspoken desire. A perfect concept for ILLIT's emotional growth!
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Album Title | MAMIHLAPINATAPAI |
| Album Type | 4th Mini Album — PAW PAW Ver. (Compact Ver.) |
| Release Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Entertainment Company | Belift Lab (HYBE) |
| Title Track | It's Me |
| Format | Physical CD Album |
| Chart Eligibility | Hanteo, Circle (Gaon), Billboard |
PAW PAW VERSION INCLUSIONS
| # | Inclusion | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Outbox | 1ea / W105mm × H140mm × D36mm |
| 2 | Photobook | 5 versions / 1ea / W136.5mm × H145mm / 44 pages |
| 3 | Lyric Book | 5 versions / 1ea / W136.5mm × H145mm / 6 pages |
| 4 | Postcard | 5 versions / 1ea / W100mm × H150mm |
| 5 | Accordion Mini Book | 5 versions / 1ea / W140mm × H105mm (Spread Size) / 20 pages |
| 6 | Mini CD-R / CD Envelope | 5 versions / 1ea / W93mm × H92mm / W94mm × H92mm |
| 7 | Envelope | 5 versions / 1ea / W130mm × H96mm |
| 8 | Sticker A | 2ea Set / W81mm × H124mm / W84mm × H120mm |
| 9 | Sticker Book | 5 versions / 1ea / W140mm × H140mm (Spread Size) |
| 10 | Poster | 5 versions / 1ea / W120mm × H390mm |
| 11 | Photocard A | 5 versions / 1ea / W54mm × H86mm |
| 12 | Photocard B | 1 of 5 / 1ea / W54mm × H86mm |
VERSION DETAILS
| Feature | PAW PAW Ver. |
|---|---|
| Concept | Compact, cute aesthetic |
| Photobook Pages | 44 pages |
| Accordion Mini Book | 20 pages (fold-out) |
| Lyric Book | 6 pages |
| Sticker Book | ✓ |
| Total Photocards | 2 (A + B) |
| Member Versions | 5 (individual member covers) |
Collector's Note: The PAW PAW Ver. has 5 different versions — one for each ILLIT member! Photocard A is fixed to your version, while Photocard B is random (1 of 5).
ABOUT THE ACCORDION MINI BOOK
The Accordion Mini Book is a unique fold-out photobook exclusive to the compact versions!
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Size | W140mm × H105mm (spread/unfolded size) |
| Pages | 20 pages |
| Format | Accordion fold-out display |
| Content | Member photos in continuous panoramic format |
This fold-out format allows you to display multiple connected photos at once — perfect for showcasing on a desk or shelf!
TRACKLIST:
GRWM (Get Ready With Me)
It's Me (Title)
paw, paw!
Mamihlapinatapai
Love, Older You
Full tracklist to be revealed closer to release date.
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Q: What is ILLIT MAMIHLAPINATAPAI? A: "MAMIHLAPINATAPAI" is ILLIT's 4th mini album, releasing April 30, 2026. The title comes from the Yaghan language and describes "a look shared by two people who both want something but hesitate to act." The title track is "It's Me."
Q: What does MAMIHLAPINATAPAI mean? A: Mamihlapinatapai is derived from the Yaghan language of Tierra del Fuego, listed in The Guinness Book of World Records as "the most succinct word" and considered one of the hardest words to translate. It means "a look that without words is shared by two people who want to initiate something, but that neither will start." A romantic interpretation describes it as "that look across the table when two people are sharing an unspoken but private moment — an expressive and meaningful silence." Literally, it can also mean "to make each other feel awkward."
Q: What's included in the PAW PAW Ver.? A: The PAW PAW Ver. includes: Outbox, 44-page Photobook, 6-page Lyric Book, Postcard, 20-page Accordion Mini Book, Mini CD-R with Envelope, Envelope, Sticker Set (2ea), Sticker Book, Poster, Photocard A (fixed), and Photocard B (random 1 of 5).
Q: How many photocards come with the PAW PAW Ver.? A: The PAW PAW Ver. includes 2 photocards total: Photocard A (fixed to your version) and Photocard B (random 1 of 5 members).
Q: What is the Accordion Mini Book? A: The Accordion Mini Book is a unique fold-out photobook (W140mm × H105mm, 20 pages) that displays member photos in a continuous panoramic format. It folds out accordion-style for easy display.
Q: How many versions does the PAW PAW Ver. have? A: The PAW PAW Ver. has 5 different versions — one for each ILLIT member (Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, Iroha). Each version has different photobook and photocard content.
Q: Who are the members of ILLIT? A: ILLIT has 5 members: Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, and Iroha. They debuted under Belift Lab (HYBE) on March 25, 2024 after being formed through the survival show R U Next?
Q: What is ILLIT's fandom name? A: ILLIT's official fandom name is GLLIT, inspired by the word "glitter." GLLIT are fans who shine bright and help ILLIT sparkle!
Q: What is "It's Me"? A: "It's Me" is the title track from MAMIHLAPINATAPAI. It continues ILLIT's signature fresh and feel-good style while exploring the emotional themes suggested by the album title.
Q: Where can I pre-order ILLIT MAMIHLAPINATAPAI PAW PAW Ver.? A: You can pre-order the official ILLIT MAMIHLAPINATAPAI PAW PAW Ver. at Kpop Exchange (kpop.exchange). We ship from Denver, Colorado with chart-eligible purchases!
