SEVENTEEN Continues Global Chart Domination with ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY’
K-pop Supergroup SEVENTEEN Rises to Billboard 200’s Top 2
SEVENTEEN’s Record-Breaking Streak
K-pop supergroup SEVENTEEN has reached yet another milestone in their illustrious career. The group’s latest album, ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY,’ debuted at No. 2 on the ‘Billboard 200’ for the week of June 14, as reported by Billboard on June 8. This accomplishment matches their previous record set by ‘FML’ and ‘SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN’, cementing their spot in the global music arena.
Consistent Chart Toppers
Starting with the mini-album ‘Your Choice,’ SEVENTEEN has consistently placed nine consecutive albums on the Billboard 200. Impressively, seven albums from ‘Face the Sun’ to the latest ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY’ have all made it to the Top 10.
Chart-Topping ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY’
Released to critical acclaim, ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY’ not only topped the Worldwide iTunes Album chart but has also dominated various domestic and international music charts. Its first-week sales reached an astonishing 2.52 million, making it the best-selling K-pop album of the year. The album surged to No. 1 on Japan’s Oricon Weekly charts as well as in China’s QQ Music’s Best Selling Album categories.
‘THUNDER’ Hits Hard
The title track ‘THUNDER’ also made waves, climbing to the top of the Bugs real-time and daily chart, as well as Melon’s ‘TOP 100’. It clinched the No. 1 spot on latest Circle chart as well.
On the global charts, ‘THUNDER’ made impressive entries, showing up in rankings such as Billboard’s ‘Global 200’, the UK Singles Download and Sales Chart, and Japan’s ‘Hot 100’.
SEVENTEEN’s Stellar Success
SEVENTEEN’s consistent presence in both album and single charts underlines their widespread appeal. On June 8 (Korea time), SEVENTEEN also secured the No. 1 spot on SBS ‘Inkigayo’, achieving five wins in music shows.
The band conveyed their heartfelt gratitude: “Thank you to CARATs for your unwavering support. Thanks to you, our 10th anniversary is truly special.”
Looking Forward
As SEVENTEEN continues to make waves, their success underscores the impact of the Korean Wave globally. With every new release, they set new standards for music and artistic excellence.
For more on K-pop’s impact on global charts, check Billboard.
