ENHYPEN Sets a New Record in Japan
ENHYPEN just dropped one of their biggest bombs yet—Japan can’t get enough of them. With their fourth Japanese single ‘YOI’, released on July 28, the group has officially entered half-million seller territory, moving over 575,330 copies in its debut week, according to Billboard Japan.
From Hot Charts to Hottest Group
‘YOI’ didn’t just sell—it smashed. It landed at No. 2 on Oricon’s weekly singles chart (as of August 11), marking the group’s highest chart position to date. On release day alone, the single sold over 300,000 copies, taking the No. 1 spot on Oricon’s daily chart. Yep, that’s how you break your own records.
What’s in the Single?
This release isn’t just about numbers—it’s layered with emotional pull. ‘YOI’, composed of three tracks, centers around desire and instinct in the context of love. The lead track ‘Shine On Me’ is a smooth, emotional J-ballad that showcases the group’s honeyed vocals and expressive nuance. The perfect summer angst anthem? Quite possibly.
Global Fandom, Global Impact
What makes this half-million feat even more impressive: ENHYPEN is the only international act this year to sell over 400,000 copies in their first week on Oricon. Japan clearly isn’t just a pitstop—it’s a homecourt advantage.
More Music Incoming
And fans, mark your calendars: the LP version of their 6th mini album ‘DESIRE : UNLEASH’ drops on August 29. The original version already made waves, selling 2.14 million copies in its first week and landing at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. A deluxe vinyl edition? Instant collector’s item.
Next Stop: Netizen Awards?
Despite currently ranking 18th in August’s Netizen Awards for Best Group, ENHYPEN might just pull off a showstopper comeback. Crossover groups like Forte di Quattro are leading now, but if ENGENEs (the fandom name) go full throttle, who knows? A voting rally might just rewrite the script.
The Power’s in the Fans’ Hands
The voting has only just begun—literally. With ‘YOI’ giving the group some serious momentum, all eyes are on whether ENHYPEN can turn their chart-topping success into another trophy. If history’s any clue, never underestimate a global fandom on a mission.
