ILLIT’s Explosive Growth: Dominating Music Charts in Japan and Korea
The Korean girl group ILLIT takes the music industry by storm with their latest album
Rising Stars
K-pop enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement as ILLIT, the sensational girl group, has achieved remarkable success in Japan. According to the Oricon charts, ILLIT’s third mini-album ‘bomb’, featuring members Yuna, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, and Iroha, secured the second position in the latest ‘Weekly Album Ranking’ for the week ending June 30. This rapid ascent into the top charts is reflective of their growing popularity beyond Korean borders.
A Phenomenal Debut
The album ‘bomb’ not only debuted with a bang in Japan but also surpassed the week-long sales of their previous mini-album ‘I’LL LIKE YOU’ within a single day. Such performance speaks volumes about ILLIT’s expanding fanbase and their compelling impact on the Asian music scene.
Consistent Performance in Korea
Before dominating Japan, ILLIT had already made a significant mark in Korea. Their album recorded over 400,000 copies sold in the first week of release domestically, landing them at number one on the Hanteo Chart in the third week of June. This represents their consistent rise and solid presence in the competitive K-pop industry.
Chart-topping Singles
In addition to album sales, ILLIT’s title track ‘Do the Dance’ is a force on its own, entering Melon’s ‘Top 100’ and maintaining momentum. Their captivating music broadcast performances have also significantly boosted their popularity, with their song topping Apple Music Korea’s ‘Top 100’ for six consecutive days from June 18 to 23.
‘The Cat Stretch Dance’ Challenge
A key element of their success lies in their engaging stage presence and creative choreography. The ‘borrowed cat’ inspired ‘Cat Stretch Dance’ has gone viral, striking a chord with global K-pop fans and igniting a dance challenge frenzy online.
Celebrated Vocal Talents
The group’s upgraded musical prowess is another aspect earning them accolades. Yuna recently exhibited her versatile vocal talent by performing a series of live covers, including hits like Na-yeon’s ‘LOVE COUNTDOWN’ and Tae-yeon’s ‘Curtain Call’ on YouTube’s ‘Limousine Service’. Her pure, engaging voice has received praise, notably from vocal expert Lee Moo-jin, who commended her promising fundamentals.
Charm Beyond the Stage
Beyond music, ILLIT charms audiences through popular web variety shows like ‘Idol Human Theater’ and ‘Minju’s Pink Cabinet’, showcasing their endearing personalities and witty interactions.
