ZEROBASEONE Hits 1.1M Sales with ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’
ZEROBASEONE (ZB1 for short) is officially part of the K-pop history books—and they’re nowhere near done. With their debut full-length album ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’, the group sold over 1.1 million copies on the first day alone, proving they’re not just another rookie group. They’re a movement.
The 6-Time Million-Seller Streak Nobody Saw Coming
If you thought lightning doesn’t strike twice, ZEROBASEONE just proved otherwise—six times in fact. With ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’, they became the first K-pop group to drop six straight million-selling albums since their debut.
In just two years, ZB1 has hit a jaw-dropping 9 million albums sold, making it the fastest climb to that number in K-pop history. Not bad for a group barely out of rookie territory.
Global Charts? ZB1 Already Owns Them
It’s not just Korea that’s feeling the ZB1 heat. ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’ now tops iTunes ‘Top Albums’ charts in countries as diverse as Qatar, Russia, and the Czech Republic. Meanwhile, Japan’s LINE MUSIC ranked it #1 on their Top 100 Albums list.
Title track ‘ICONIK’ is doing just as well, hitting #1 on iTunes charts in Bahrain, Vietnam, Chile, Indonesia, and Argentina. And the music video? Over 16 million views in 48 hours. Stream kings, much?
‘ICONIK’ Track, ICONIK Message
Let’s talk about the message behind ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’. This album isn’t just ZB1 showing off musical growth—it’s the culmination of what fans have dubbed the group’s “youth trilogy” and “paradise duology”.
It tells the story of underdogs chasing dreams and breaking limits—a theme that echoes loud and clear in the bold title. The group says the message is simple but powerful: “If you don’t give up, nothing is impossible.”
Fan Reactions: ‘ICONIK’ Isn’t Just a Title—It’s a Fact
ZB1’s fandom, ZEROSE, is already calling this their strongest era yet. Among the glowing reviews:
- “Every track is a masterpiece. The vocals? Chef’s kiss.”
- “You can really tell how much effort they put into this.”
- “The beats, vocals, visuals, performance—no skips anywhere.”
- “The B-sides? Literally iconic.”
And judging by how fast the album’s flying off shelves, fans aren’t just streaming—they’re collecting every version like Pokémon cards.
A Group with Zero Limits and Maximum Impact
Whether it’s Spotify streams or encore stages, ZB1’s growth graph only points upward. ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’ marks their most cohesive artistic vision yet—streamlined performances, layered storytelling, and genre-spanning tracks that scream, “try topping this.”
With this level of global momentum, ZB1 isn’t just a trend. They’re shaping what the next generation of “top-tier global K-pop” looks like.
First Performance on Mnet’s M! Countdown
The boys aren’t slowing down either. ZEROBASEONE is set to debut the first live performance of ICONIK on Mnet’s ‘M! Countdown’ today (April 4) at 6PM KST, adding a performance layer to the already blazing comeback.
FAQs
What is the theme of ZEROBASEONE’s album ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’?
The album celebrates ambition and resilience, encouraging fans to believe that “impossible is nothing” when you’re brave enough to chase your dreams. It continues the group’s coming-of-age story arc built over their previous works.
How successful is ZEROBASEONE globally?
ZEROBASEONE has proven their global popularity by topping charts not only in Korea but also in countries like Russia, Japan, Indonesia, and Chile. Their new album sold over 1.1 million copies on the first day and continues to break records.
Where can fans watch ZEROBASEONE’s live comeback stage?
The group’s first comeback performance of ‘ICONIK’ will air on Mnet’s ‘M! Countdown’ at 6 PM KST on April 4. It will also be available on global streaming platforms shortly after broadcast.
