K-pop group Stray Kids currently holds five positions on Billboard's World Albums chart. This achievement includes the re-entry of two albums, Rock-Star and 5-Star, and Karma maintaining its top spot for six consecutive weeks. The group's strong performance highlights its significant presence in the global music market.
Key Takeaways
- Stray Kids occupies five spots on the Billboard World Albums chart.
- Karma has held the No. 1 position for six weeks.
- Rock-Star and 5-Star have re-entered the chart.
- The group has achieved seven No. 1 albums on this chart over time.
- Stray Kids maintains a perfect record of No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200.
Stray Kids Secure Multiple Chart Positions
Stray Kids, a prominent K-pop boy band, has made a notable impact on Billboard's World Albums chart this week. The group currently features five of its albums on the 25-spot ranking. This means Stray Kids accounts for one-fifth of the entire chart.
The World Albums chart tracks the top-performing non-English or Spanish-language albums and EPs in the United States. Its methodology combines both album sales and streaming data to determine rankings. This reflects a broad measure of audience engagement.
Chart Fact
The Billboard World Albums chart has only 25 positions. Stray Kids' five entries mean they hold 20% of the chart this week.
Karma Leads for Six Weeks
The album Karma continues to lead the World Albums chart, marking its sixth consecutive week at the No. 1 spot. This extended run ties Karma with another Stray Kids album, Oddinary, for the group's second-longest reign at the top of this specific chart.
This consistent performance demonstrates the album's enduring popularity among listeners. The ability to maintain the lead for multiple weeks is a significant indicator of audience loyalty and strong sales and streaming figures.
"Stray Kids are once again in charge of the World Albums list as Karma continues to lead. The set has now held court on the throne for half a dozen frames, and it has yet to fall from the summit."
Album Re-Entries Boost Presence
Two other Stray Kids albums, Rock-Star and 5-Star, have re-entered the World Albums chart this week. Rock-Star returned at No. 20, while 5-Star re-entered one spot lower at No. 21. Both of these albums have previously reached the No. 1 position on the chart.
The re-entry of older projects alongside a current chart-topper signifies sustained interest in the group's discography. It also points to a dedicated fanbase actively engaging with their entire catalog.
Group's Billboard 200 Success
Stray Kids holds a perfect record on the Billboard 200, the main U.S. albums chart. Every project the group has released to this competitive list has reached the No. 1 position. This consistent top performance highlights their mainstream success in the American market.
Other Albums Show Chart Gains
In addition to the re-entries, two other Stray Kids albums have moved up on the World Albums chart this week. Hop climbed from No. 13 to No. 10, re-entering the top 10. Simultaneously, Ate advanced from No. 16 to No. 12.
These upward movements further solidify Stray Kids' dominance on the chart. They indicate that multiple projects are experiencing increased listener engagement. This diverse performance across several albums is uncommon for most artists.
Stray Kids' Seven No. 1 Albums
Stray Kids has accumulated a total of seven No. 1 albums on the World Albums chart throughout their career. This is a highly impressive number among all musical acts. The albums that have achieved the top spot include Rock-Star, Ate, Hop, Karma, Oddinary, 5-Star, and Accident.
The group has made 20 total appearances on the World Albums chart. Out of these, 17 projects have spent at least one week within the top 10. Only three releases—SKZ-Replay, SKZ 2020, and Hollow—did not reach the top 10, stalling at No. 11, No. 14, and No. 18, respectively.
Longest No. 1 Reign
Rock-Star holds the record for Stray Kids' longest-running No. 1 album on the World Albums chart, spending nine weeks at the summit. Ate follows with eight weeks, and Hop with seven weeks.
Comparison to Other K-Pop Acts
While other K-pop acts also appear on the World Albums chart this week, none match the extensive presence of Stray Kids. BTS, another globally popular group, has entries at No. 4 with Proof and No. 23 with Permission to Dance on Stage: Live. Their album Map of the Soul: 7 also re-entered at No. 24.
Enhypen, another K-pop boy band, also holds multiple spots. Their album Desire: Unleash moved up to No. 5, and Romance: Untold climbed to No. 15. However, neither group matches Stray Kids' five concurrent entries or their No. 1 position this week.
This comparison highlights the significant impact Stray Kids is currently having on the World Albums chart. Their consistent presence and multiple high-ranking albums set them apart in the current music landscape. The group's ability to maintain high positions and re-enter the chart indicates strong and ongoing fan support.