EXO’s Kai has officially made his highly anticipated return—and his comeback is already proving to be a major global success! The new EP ‘Wait on Me’ is already taking over the iTunes charts all over the world!
‘Wait on Me’ Dominates iTunes Charts Worldwide
On April 21 at 6 p.m. KST, Kai released his third solo mini album ‘Wait on Me’, along with the title track of the same name. This marks his first comeback in nearly two years since his 2021 mini album ‘Peaches’. The new album quickly gained momentum worldwide, signaling Kai’s unwavering popularity as a solo artist.
By the morning of April 22 KST, ‘Wait on Me’ had soared to the top of iTunes Top Albums charts in at least 23 regions, including countries across Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Some of the chart-topping regions include Argentina, Brazil, Brunei, Fiji, France, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mexico, Oman, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam. The album’s strong debut reflects Kai’s continued global impact and the loyalty of EXO-Ls around the world.
In addition to his iTunes success, ‘Wait on Me’ also dominated digital music platforms in Asia. The album topped QQ Music’s digital album sales chart in China, further showcasing Kai’s powerful reach in one of the largest music markets.
Meanwhile in South Korea, the track “Adult Swim” one of the B-sides from the album, climbed to No. 1 on Bugs’ realtime chart, drawing attention for its nostalgic yet fresh sound and emotional depth.
With ‘Wait on Me’, Kai demonstrates not only his signature charisma and stage presence but also his versatility as a performer. The album blends smooth R&B, sultry pop, and rhythmic beats, continuing to highlight Kai’s growth as a solo artist. As promotions kick off, fans can expect more performances and content celebrating this successful new chapter in Kai’s solo journey.
