Stray Kids (often abbreviated as SKZ) continue to dominate global charts with their latest release, SKZ-Hop Mixtape: HOP. The EP, featuring the title track Walkin On Water, has achieved extraordinary success, solidifying their status as one of K-pop’s leading global acts.
Released on December 13, the mixtape quickly climbed to the top of the Worldwide and European iTunes Album Charts (as of December 13-14). By December 16, it had reached the number-one spot on iTunes Top Album Charts in 28 regions, demonstrating its wide appeal.
The physical album also achieved remarkable milestones. According to Hanteo Chart, SKZ-Hop Mixtape: HOP sold over 1.42 million copies within a day, officially making it a million-seller. This accomplishment cements Stray Kids’ reputation as a record-breaking group in the music industry.
The title track, Walkin On Water, has been equally well-received. As of the morning of December 16, the track topped iTunes Top Songs Charts in 25 regions, including Mexico and Chile, showcasing its resonance with global audiences.
The music video for Walkin On Water has garnered immense attention, staying atop YouTube’s Worldwide Trending Music Video chart for four consecutive days since its release. Additionally, it ranked among the top trending videos in 43 countries as of December 15. Critics and fans have praised its unique blend of classical aesthetics and energetic hip-hop visuals.
Stray Kids’ global popularity was further highlighted by their historic win at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, where they received the award for Top Global K-pop Artist. As the first fourth-generation K-pop boy group to win this category—and the second year in a row they’ve taken home the trophy—Stray Kids have solidified their standing as a top-tier global artist.
The group also achieved notable results on Billboard’s annual charts. Their album Rockstar ranked 4th on the Top Album Sales chart, the highest for a Korean artist, while 8th secured 9th place. Stray Kids also topped several Billboard categories, including World Albums, World Album Artists, and landed second in the Top Album Sales Artist category.
To celebrate their new release, Stray Kids are engaging fans through various promotions. From December 14 to 22, the group is hosting a SKZ-Hop pop-up store at HeeGyeomJae in Jongno, Seoul. Fans can immerse themselves in the Stray Kids universe through this experiential event.
Additionally, at 2 PM today, the group is releasing a remix single, Walkin On Water Remixes. This special release includes multiple versions of the title track, such as Sleigh, Sway, Sped Up, and Instrumental editions, catering to diverse musical tastes.
Stray Kids continue to push boundaries and redefine K-pop on the global stage, proving their limitless potential with every release.
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Stray Kids (often abbreviated as SKZ) continue to dominate global charts with their latest release, SKZ-Hop Mixtape: HOP. The EP, featuring the title track Walkin On Water, has achieved extraordinary success, solidifying their status as one of K-pop’s leading global acts.
Released on December 13, the mixtape quickly climbed to the top of the Worldwide and European iTunes Album Charts (as of December 13-14). By December 16, it had reached the number-one spot on iTunes Top Album Charts in 28 regions, demonstrating its wide appeal.
The physical album also achieved remarkable milestones. According to Hanteo Chart, SKZ-Hop Mixtape: HOP sold over 1.42 million copies within a day, officially making it a million-seller. This accomplishment cements Stray Kids’ reputation as a record-breaking group in the music industry.
The title track, Walkin On Water, has been equally well-received. As of the morning of December 16, the track topped iTunes Top Songs Charts in 25 regions, including Mexico and Chile, showcasing its resonance with global audiences.
The music video for Walkin On Water has garnered immense attention, staying atop YouTube’s Worldwide Trending Music Video chart for four consecutive days since its release. Additionally, it ranked among the top trending videos in 43 countries as of December 15. Critics and fans have praised its unique blend of classical aesthetics and energetic hip-hop visuals.
Stray Kids’ global popularity was further highlighted by their historic win at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, where they received the award for Top Global K-pop Artist. As the first fourth-generation K-pop boy group to win this category—and the second year in a row they’ve taken home the trophy—Stray Kids have solidified their standing as a top-tier global artist.
The group also achieved notable results on Billboard’s annual charts. Their album Rockstar ranked 4th on the Top Album Sales chart, the highest for a Korean artist, while 8th secured 9th place. Stray Kids also topped several Billboard categories, including World Albums, World Album Artists, and landed second in the Top Album Sales Artist category.
To celebrate their new release, Stray Kids are engaging fans through various promotions. From December 14 to 22, the group is hosting a SKZ-Hop pop-up store at HeeGyeomJae in Jongno, Seoul. Fans can immerse themselves in the Stray Kids universe through this experiential event.
Additionally, at 2 PM today, the group is releasing a remix single, Walkin On Water Remixes. This special release includes multiple versions of the title track, such as Sleigh, Sway, Sped Up, and Instrumental editions, catering to diverse musical tastes.
Stray Kids continue to push boundaries and redefine K-pop on the global stage, proving their limitless potential with every release.
