SEVENTEEN Marks a Chart-Topping Milestone with ‘HAPPY BURSTDAY’
[CBC News] K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN is reaffirming their global stardom with their 5th full-length album, HAPPY BURSTDAY. According to the latest Billboard charts, the album has remained on the Billboard 200 for an impressive third consecutive week, ranking at 126. It initially debuted at No. 2, marking the group’s highest-ever placement on the chart.
Record Sales and Global Recognition
Following its release, HAPPY BURSTDAY recorded 2.52 million copies sold in its first week—the highest figure for any K-pop album this year. The title track ‘THUNDER’ is also making waves, appearing for four consecutive weeks on both the Global Excl. U.S. chart at No. 62 and the Billboard Global 200 at No. 128.
Impressive Chart Presence and Local Popularity
The album continues to shine across several Billboard sub-charts: it’s ranked No. 3 on the World Albums chart, No. 5 on the Top Current Album Sales, and No. 6 on the Top Album Sales. Back in Korea, the group swept to the top of real-time music charts like Melon and Bugs, holding strong in the upper ranks over time.
Going Beyond Music with New Content
SEVENTEEN isn’t just dominating the charts—they’re also extending their influence through fan content. Tonight at 9 PM KST, the group will launch a new season of their show ‘Going SEVENTEEN’ via official SNS and the fan platform Weverse. Often dubbed “K-pop’s Infinite Challenge”—referencing the long-running Korean variety show—this self-produced content is beloved by fans for its humor and creativity.
A Global Force in K-pop
SEVENTEEN’s sustained international success solidifies their position as one of K-pop’s leading groups. Their distinctive mix of music, performance, and fan engagement continues to set new standards for the global Hallyu movement. As their popularity grows, so do expectations for what’s next from this powerhouse act.
With HAPPY BURSTDAY, SEVENTEEN proves yet again that they are more than just chart-toppers—they’re trendsetters reshaping the K-pop game on the world stage.
