EXO’s Baekhyun has achieved an incredible milestone with his latest solo release ‘Hello, World’, smashing his personal first-week sales record in just one day.
Baekhyun Demolishes Personal 1st-Week Sales Record
Released on September 6 at 6 p.m. KST, Baekhyun’s long-awaited return to the music scene, which also marks his first comeback since establishing his own agency, was met with overwhelming success.
According to Hanteo Chart, ‘Hello, World’ sold a remarkable 893,214 copies on its first day, breaking Baekhyun’s previous solo first-week sales record of 868,840 copies, set by his 2021 mini album ‘Bambi’. With several days remaining in the first-week sales tracking period, fans are eager to see just how high this new record will climb.
In addition to its impressive physical sales, Baekhyun’s album and its title track “Pineapple Slice” quickly dominated iTunes charts across the globe. By the morning of September 7 KST, ‘Hello, World’ had reached No. 1 on the iTunes Top Albums chart in at least 33 different regions, including countries like Brazil, India, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Vietnam. “Pineapple Slice” also topped iTunes Top Songs charts in 24 regions, including Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Fiji, and Thailand.
A Truly Impressive Feat from A Talented Soloist
The incredible reception of Baekhyun’s comeback also highlights not only his immense popularity but also the continued global appeal of his music. As one of K-pop’s most influential soloists, Baekhyun’s ability to connect with fans through his versatile vocals and engaging performances continues to solidify his place in the industry.
The success of ‘Hello, World’ also follows Baekhyun’s long history of setting impressive records as a solo artist, further establishing him as one of the best-selling soloists in K-pop. Fans are now eagerly anticipating what else he has in store with this new release and how far he will push his sales records by the end of the week.
