K-pop album rankings are pouring down on Billboard! The renowned American music magazine refreshed its World Albums chart for the week ending on May 4th. The latest rankings showcase top-performing albums from various K-pop artists under HYBE Labels, including Tomorrow X Together, BTS’ J-Hope, Boynextdoor, ENHYPEN, and Le Sserafim. Notably, esteemed groups like Ateez, Twice, and Stray Kids also made significant appearances on the Billboard World Albums Chart.
K-pop Albums Making Waves on Billboard World Albums Chart
The Billboard World Albums Chart recently saw a surge in K-pop dominance, with artists from HYBE Labels leading the charge.
Tomorrow X Together (TXT) continues to impress with their sixth mini-album, “Minisode 3: Tomorrow,” holding strong at No. 2 for the fourth consecutive week. This release, which hit the shelves on April 1, not only maintains its position but also secures a notable presence in the top ranks of the Billboard 200 for three consecutive weeks.
Following suit, the rookie sensation Boynextdoor makes an impactful debut on the chart, entering at No. 3 with their second mini-album, “HOW?” Released on April 15, this album marks the group’s first appearance on the prestigious Billboard 200’s Top 100.
Meanwhile, J-Hope, a member of the globally renowned BTS, continues to captivate audiences with his 2024 special album, “Hope on the Street Vol 1,” firmly holding its ground at No. 6. Alongside, BTS secures the 11th spot with their 2022 anthology album, “Proof,” marking its impressive 98th week on the chart.
The prominence of fourth-generation K-pop groups shines through as ENHYPEN maintains its thirteenth rank, extending the success of their fifth mini-album, “Orange Blood,” which continues its 23-week streak on the World Albums chart. Additionally, Le Sserafim, with their third mini-album offering “EASY,” continues to command attention, firmly securing the fourth spot for its 10-week reign on the chart. Their label-mates, the newly debuted group ILLIT, stand strong at No. 5 with their debut mini-album “Super Real Me,” celebrating its fifth consecutive week on the chart.
Adding to the diversity of entries, NewJeans‘s second mini-album, “Get-Up,” celebrates its 40th week on the chart, holding firm at the ninth spot, showcasing the enduring impact of K-pop on the global music landscape.
Non-HYBE Groups Shining on the Billboard Chart
Despite the dominance of HYBE Labels artists, several non-HYBE groups have made significant strides on the Billboard Chart.
Ateez (KQ Entertainment)
Making history as the first K-pop boy group to perform at Coachella, the eight-member music act Ateez re-enters the global chart at No. 7. Their 2023 release, “The World Ep.Fin: Will,” marks their second full-album venture. Ateez celebrates its reinstated supremacy on the Billboard chart, with their album marking its 15th non-consecutive week on the World Albums Chart.
Twice (JYP Entertainment)
Girl group Twice secures the No. 8 spot with their 13th mini-album, “With You-th,” released in February 2024. This marks the album’s ninth consecutive week on the roster, showcasing Twice’s enduring popularity.
Stray Kids (JYP Entertainment)
Twice’s labelmates, the boy group members of Stray Kids, enjoy their 24th week on the list with their eighth Korean mini-album, “ROCK-STAR,” holding steady at No. 10. Their consistent presence reflects the group’s strong foothold in the global music scene.
BLACKPINK Trio’s US Adventures Captured on Social Media
BLACKPINK members Jennie, Rose, and Lisa are currently in the US, but their whereabouts are different. While Jennie and Rose are spending time together in New York, Lisa is exploring Miami. Social media platforms have been buzzing with several pictures of the trio.
In New York, Rose took to Instagram on Monday to share a series of photos, some of which featured her and Jennie. The images captured the duo strolling along the streets of New York, engaged in conversation while holding hands. Accompanied by their security guard, who held an umbrella, the pair seemed to enjoy their time together. Additionally, Rose shared solo shots posing in front of a building.
