K Pop Dominates Billboard 200 Chart With Top Two Albums For The First Time

Stray Kids and Jimin Debut at Nos. 1 and 2 on Billboard 200, Making History for K-Pop

K-Pop Dominates Billboard 200 Chart with Top Two Albums for the First Time

Stray Kids' "ATE" and Jimin's "MUSE" Mark Historic Chart Debuts

In a groundbreaking moment for K-pop, Stray Kids and Jimin have made history by securing the top two spots on the Billboard 200 chart. Stray Kids' latest album, "ATE," debuted at No. 1, while Jimin's "MUSE" debuted at No. 2, marking the first time that K-pop albums have occupied the top two positions on the chart.

Stray Kids' achievement is particularly notable as it is their first time topping the Billboard 200. The group's previous album, "NOEASY," peaked at No. 8 on the chart in 2021. Jimin's success is also significant as it makes him the second BTS member to have a solo album debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, following RM's "Indigo" earlier this year.

The success of Stray Kids and Jimin's albums is a testament to the growing popularity of K-pop globally. In recent years, K-pop groups and artists have achieved unprecedented success on international music charts, including BTS, Blackpink, and Twice. The historic debut of Stray Kids and Jimin's albums on the Billboard 200 is a further indication of the genre's dominance and impact in the global music industry.