In a resounding victory for the world of K-pop, Stray Kids emerged as the best-selling act in the US for 2023, based on pure album sales. Let’s delve into the details of the top 10 K-pop acts that dominated the American music scene last year, including standout performances from SEVENTEEN, TXT, TWICE, NewJeans, Jungkook, BTS, and more.
Stray Kids Takes the Lead:
Securing the number one spot, the eight-membered boy group, Stray Kids, captured hearts and charts alike with an impressive 1.2 million units sold in the US. Their latest album, 樂-STAR, not only marked their continued success but also highlighted their popularity on the global stage.
Top 10 Best-Selling Spots
Stray Kids (1.2M Units): Dominating the charts, Stray Kids showcased their popularity with the release of 樂-STAR, solidifying their position as the best-selling K-pop act in the US for 2023.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (770K Units): The fourth-generation K-pop group took the second spot, selling approximately 770,000 units of their albums in the United States.
SEVENTEEN (560K Units): With a thirteen-member lineup, SEVENTEEN claimed the third spot by selling around 560,000 units in the US.
ATEEZ (530K Units): ATEEZ secured the fourth position, captivating audiences with 530,000 units sold, marking their prominence in the industry.
TWICE (480K Units): TWICE, the phenomenal girl group, rounded up the top five, impressively selling 480,000 units of their album in 2023.
ENHYPEN (460K Units): Rising to prominence, ENHYPEN claimed the sixth spot with sales reaching 460,000 units.
NewJeans (380K Units): Despite being relatively new, NewJeans secured the seventh position, selling an impressive 380,000 units and making a significant impact.
Jungkook (290K Units): BTS member Jungkook, with his solo debut album GOLDEN, grabbed the eighth position, selling 290,000 units in the US.
BTS (285K Units): Even with all members in military service, BTS clinched the ninth spot, showcasing their enduring popularity with 285,000 units sold in 2023.
NCT 127 (240K Units): Rounding up the top 10, NCT 127 secured their position by selling 240,000 units, making them the tenth best-selling K-pop act in the US for 2023.
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Saikat Nandy is an entertainment news writer who covers the latest trends and stories from the world of showbiz, has a keen eye for spotting the most interesting and relevant topics, and delivers them to his audience with flair and humor. He is also a freelance blogger, content writer, and website designer who loves to explore new technologies and creative ideas.
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