BE:FIRST have revealed the full track listing and format details for their upcoming 10th single "Missing", set for release on July 1, 2026 via SKY-HI's BMSG label. The announcement comes as part of the group's "BE:FIRST 5th Anniversary Project" — a year-long celebration of their debut in November 2021.
Track Listing and Production
The single contains three tracks on CD:
- "Missing" — The title track, composed and produced by world-renowned DJ/producer Jonas Blue, marking the duo's second collaboration.
- "Why, Why" — A love song produced by Chaki Zulu, with lyrics co-written by BMSG founder and CEO SKY-HI alongside BE:FIRST member RYUHEI.
- "Want it ～One of the BE:ST-06 SHUNTO～" — A solo track from member SHUNTO, continuing the "One of the BE:ST" series that spotlights individual members.
"Missing" explores themes of lingering regret and heartbreak over a lost love, delivered through the group's signature blend of sharp dance-pop and R&B textures. The involvement of Chaki Zulu — known for his work with Awich, JP THE WAVY, and BMSG artists — adds a hip-hop-inflected edge to the B-side.
Formats and Bonus Content
The single will be released in multiple configurations:
- LIVE盘 (CD + Blu-ray/DVD): Includes the full Heian Jingu 130th Anniversary Dedication Special Live held in March at Kyoto's historic Heian Shrine — a 16-song setlist spanning the group's catalog from "New Chapter" and "BF is…" through "Bye-Good-Bye" and "BE:FIRST ALL DAY."
- MV盘 (CD + Blu-ray/DVD): Features the "Missing" music video plus behind-the-scenes footage.
- BMSG MUSIC SHOP Limited Edition: Combines both live and MV bonus content, adds jacket shoot behind-the-scenes, and includes BE:FIRST's portion of the D.U.N.K. Showcase in K-Arena Yokohama 2026 plus SHUNTO's solo performance from that event.
Community Reception
The tracklist announcement generated significant buzz on Japanese social media, with Natalie's article receiving over 2,200 engagements and Billboard Japan's coverage drawing 4,600 reactions — unusually high engagement for a tracklist reveal, reflecting the intense anticipation following the group's first world tour and RYOKI's departure in late 2025, which saw the group transition to a six-member lineup.
On Twitter/X, fans expressed excitement about the Chaki Zulu collaboration and RYUHEI's first credited co-write on a single, alongside enthusiasm for the Heian Jingu live footage which many regard as a career highlight performance. The SHUNTO solo track continues the "BE:ST" series that has become a fan-favorite element of each release cycle.
BE:FIRST — comprising SOTA, SHUNTO, MANATO, RYUHEI, JUNON, and LEO — completed their first world tour across 12 cities in the US, Asia, and Europe in 2025 before RYOKI's departure, cementing their status as one of Japan's premier dance-vocal groups on the global stage.
Streaming and Links
Official site: BE:FIRST Official