According to recent reports from Billboard Japan, IVE's third single album title track 'After LIKE' has surpassed 200 million streams on the chart's streaming count. This marks IVE's third song to achieve over 200 million streams, following their debut track 'ELEVEN' and their second single title track 'LOVE DIVE'.
Released on August 22, 2022, 'After LIKE' is a mega-hit track that blends various genres such as EDM, pop, and house, all based on a kick rhythm. Upon its release, IVE dominated major domestic music charts, achieving a Perfect All-Kill (PAK) and winning 14 music show awards, showcasing their strong presence.
Additionally, the track made a significant impact on the Billboard Global 200 chart, peaking at number 20 and remaining on the chart for 17 weeks. It also stayed on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart for 25 consecutive weeks, proving their global popularity beyond South Korea.
IVE officially debuted in Japan in 2022 and made their mark with an encore performance of their first world tour 'SHOW WHAT I HAVE' at the Tokyo Dome. In April this year, they embarked on the Japan fan concert tour 'IVE SCOUT IN JAPAN', performing 11 shows across four cities and attracting approximately 100,000 fans.
Meanwhile, IVE successfully concluded their world tour 'SHOW WHAT I AM' in Seoul, with performances held from October 31 to November 2 at the KSPO DOME (formerly Olympic Gymnastics Arena).
Reported by Seyoon Jung, TenAsia yoon@tenasia.co.kr