Stray Kids’ “5-Star” Album Sets New Record with Eight-Week Stint on Billboard 200

Stray Kids, the South Korean boy band, has achieved a new personal best with their third full-length album “★★★★★ (5-Star)” on the Billboard 200. The album has spent an impressive eight consecutive weeks on the chart, marking a significant milestone in the group’s career. Billboard, on August 2, announced that “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” held its position at No. 33 for the week ending on August 5. This achievement makes “5-Star” the first Stray Kids album to spend eight weeks on the Billboard 200, demonstrating the group’s growing international appeal and consistent performance.

In addition to its success on the Billboard 200, “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” also maintained a strong presence on other Billboard charts. The album remained at No. 2 on the World Albums chart and No. 5 on both the Top Album Sales chart and Top Current Album Sales chart. It also secured a spot at No. 25 on the Tastemaker Albums chart for the week.

Stray Kids themselves ranked No. 25 on Billboard’s Artist 100, marking their 28th non-consecutive week on the chart, further cementing their status as a leading K-pop act. In addition to the album’s success, Stray Kids’ latest title track “S-Class” also performed well on the charts. The song secured the No. 179 spot in its eighth consecutive week on the Global Excl. U.S. chart, showcasing the group’s global reach and the song’s enduring popularity.

Stray Kids’ success with “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” is a testament to their growing influence in the global music scene. The group’s consistent performance on various Billboard charts underscores their ability to produce music that resonates with a broad audience. As Stray Kids continue to break new ground, fans worldwide eagerly anticipate their future releases.