“Stray Kids’ MV “Teuk” Surpasses 300 Million Views on YouTube, Sets 6th Career Record”
Stray Kids, a popular K-pop group consisting of members such as Bangchan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone with their music video “Special” surpassing 300 million views on YouTube. Released as the title song of their 3rd studio album “5-STAR” on June 2, 2023, this achievement marks the sixth music video from Stray Kids to reach this impressive view count.
The song “Special” from the album “5-STAR” has resonated with fans globally, as it features a message about shining bright among the most unique and special individuals. Composed and written by members Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han from the producing team 3RACHA within the group, the music video has received rave reviews for its captivating visuals and outstanding performances by the eight members against the backdrop of Seoul.
Stray Kids has been making waves in the music industry, solidifying their position as a global top artist. This year alone, they secured the third No. 1 spot on the Billboard main album chart with “5-STAR” and ranked second on the IFPI Global Artist Chart, making them the only K-pop artist in the top 10. The group’s repackaged album “IN LIFE” and the title track “GO LIFE” also made history by surpassing 1.5 billion cumulative streams and 500 million cumulative plays on Spotify, respectively.
In addition to their musical achievements, Stray Kids released “Stray Kids: The Dominate Experience,” a live movie documenting their largest world tour, which dominated the global box office in its first weekend of February. The group has been gaining momentum worldwide, attracting a large and dedicated fan base known as STAY.
Looking ahead, Stray Kids has exciting plans in store for their fans. They will be holding their sixth official fan meeting titled “STAY in Our Little House” at the Inspire Arena in Incheon on March 28 and 29, as well as April 4 and 5. Furthermore, the group is set to grace the stages of the Global Music Festival in New York and Rock in Rio in Brazil in June and September, respectively, as headlining acts.
Stray Kids’ continuous success and growing international presence are a testament to their talent, hard work, and dedication to their craft. With each new milestone, the group solidifies its position as a powerhouse in the global music scene, captivating audiences around the world with their exceptional music and performances.