MUSIC
Stray Kids Achieve Major Success on Billboard and Global Charts with 'DO IT'
According to the official announcement from Billboard on December 9th, Stray Kids' SKZ IT TAPE 'DO IT' has secured the 4th position on the Billboard 200 chart for the week of December 13th, marking its second consecutive week in the top ranks. Additionally, the new release and its double title tracks 'Do It' and 'DIVINE' have charted in eight categories, including the 'Billboard Global 200', 'Top Album Sales', 'Top Current Album Sales', and 'World Albums'.
Stray Kids debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 for the week of December 6th with approximately 295,000 units sold in the first week in the U.S., setting a record by achieving number 1 with eight consecutive entries. This accomplishment places Stray Kids as the third group worldwide, following The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, to have the most number 1 albums on the Billboard 200. They also broke their own record for the most number 1 albums on this chart in the 2000s, proving their strength as 'Billboard Record Makers'. Furthermore, their fourth studio album 'KARMA', released in August, has maintained its presence on the Billboard 200, ranking 50th on the latest chart and achieving 15 consecutive weeks on the chart, continuing its dual success.
Beyond Billboard, Stray Kids are also achieving success on various global charts. The new song 'Do It' reached 3rd place on the French SNEP Top Singles chart dated November 28th, marking their highest position and the highest for any K-pop group. On December 9th, TikTok revealed its Year in Music 2025 chart, where Stray Kids ranked 5th in the 'Top 10 Global Artists', showcasing their global presence.
Throughout the year, Stray Kids have made history on the Billboard 200 with seven and eight consecutive number 1 entries, and completed their world tour 'Stray Kids World Tour dominATE
Reported by Kim Ji-won, TENASIA one@tenasia.co.kr
