Stray Kids Absolutely SLAYED 2025: Unprecedented US Album Sales Domination! 📈💿✨
Hello Korea is officially declaring Stray Kids as certified global titans! The eight-member powerhouse has not just entered, but unequivocally dominated the 2025 US album and CD sales charts, solidifying their status as an unparalleled force in the global music scene. This isn’t just a win; it’s a full-on conquest, proving their unwavering impact.
According to Luminate’s highly anticipated ‘2025 Year-End Music Report,’ released on January 14th (local time), Stray Kids (Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, I.N.) seized top ranks in both the U.S. Top 10 Albums and U.S. Top 10 CD Albums categories with multiple releases from 2024 and 2025. This impressive feat underscores their explosive growth and the unwavering dedication of their global fanbase.
Breaking down the numbers, for the U.S. Top 10 Albums (a combined tally of physical and digital sales), Stray Kids carved out two spots, making them the only K-pop artist to achieve this in the chart’s top tier:
- 💿 ‘KARMA,’ their 4th full album released in August 2025, sold a staggering 585,000 units, landing at an impressive 2nd place.
- 🎵 The SKZ IT TAPE ‘DO IT,’ dropped in November 2025, secured 4th place with 460,000 units sold.
Meanwhile, their dominance was even more pronounced in the U.S. Top 10 CD Albums category, where Stray Kids placed a remarkable three albums, establishing themselves as the sole artist with multiple entries:
- 🚀 ‘KARMA’ once again led the charge at 2nd place, marking the highest rank for a K-pop act.
- 💥 ‘DO IT’ followed closely behind at 3rd place.
- ✨ And not to be forgotten, the SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP),’ released in December 2024, also made a strong showing at 6th place.
These sales figures aren’t just about numbers; they’re a testament to Stray Kids’ incredible journey as “history makers.” In 2025, both ‘KARMA’ and ‘DO IT’ debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, marking their 7th and 8th consecutive chart-toppers, respectively – an unprecedented streak. Add to that their successful ‘Stray Kids World Tour < dominATE >’ across 35 regions with 56 shows and winning the ‘AAA Best K-POP Record’ at the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025, it’s clear Stray Kids is on an unstoppable trajectory.
And the momentum isn’t slowing down! Looking ahead to 2026, Stray Kids is set to continue their global takeover. They’ll make their second appearance at France’s ‘Le Gala des Pièces jaunes’ charity event on January 22nd. Furthermore, they are confirmed as headliners for two of the world’s most massive music festivals: the U.S. ‘The Governors Ball Music Festival’ on June 6th and Brazil’s ‘Rock in Rio’ on September 11th. Prepare for more iconic performances and record-breaking achievements!
Stray Kids are not just riding the Hallyu wave; they’re creating tsunamis! Their 2025 US sales prove their unique sound and magnetic energy resonate globally, setting new benchmarks for K-pop’s influence. It’s a testament to their artistry and the powerhouse fandom that fuels their ascent.
Editor: Mia Kang 🌈
