K-Pop dominates the global music scene today. Album sales show how much impact these artists have worldwide. Let’s explore the top 25 K-Pop artists and their impressive sales records.
1. BTS
BTS leads the industry with 55,278,673 albums sold. Their 2013 debut sparked massive success. Korean fans account for 94% of sales, while Japanese fans contribute 6%.
2. SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN has achieved remarkable success since 2015. They’ve sold 41,304,762 albums. Korean sales make up 92%, with Japanese sales at 8%.
3. Stray Kids
Since 2018, Stray Kids has sold 26,271,356 albums. Their Korean market dominates with 95% of sales. Japan accounts for 5%.
4. EXO
EXO’s powerful presence shows in their 24,303,993 album sales. They started in 2012. Korea represents 98% of sales. Japan holds 2%.
5. TWICE
TWICE brings joy to fans with 18,965,521 albums sold. They debuted in 2015. Korea claims 78% of sales. Japan follows with 22%.
6. NCT Dream
NCT Dream’s journey began in 2016. They’ve sold 18,757,640 albums. Korean fans buy 98% of their albums. Japanese fans purchase 2%.
7. NCT 127
NCT 127’s impact grows stronger since 2016. Their album sales reach 16,606,988. Korea leads with 98% of sales. Japan adds 2%.
8. Tomorrow X Together (TXT)
TXT’s popularity soars with 16,497,666 albums sold since 2019. Korean sales reach 89%. Japanese sales contribute 11%.
9. ENHYPEN
ENHYPEN’s success shows in their 13,736,920 album sales. They debuted in 2020. Korea represents 91% of sales. Japan claims 9%.
10. TVXQ!
TVXQ! stands strong with 13,346,920 album sales since 2004. Japan leads their market with 69% of sales. Korea follows with 31%.
11. BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK dominates the Korean market since 2016. They have sold 10,181,112 albums. Korea claims 99% of their sales.
12. BoA
BoA pioneered K-pop success in Japan since 2000. Her total sales reach 9,926,343 albums. Japan holds 78% of her sales.
13. ATEEZ
ATEEZ has captured fans’ hearts since 2018. Their album sales total 9,888,337. Korea represents 95% of their market.
14. IVE
IVE shows impressive growth since 2021. They’ve achieved 9,211,444 album sales. Korean fans make up 96% of sales.
15. Super Junior
Super Junior maintains strong popularity since 2005. Their sales reach 9,156,065 albums. Korea leads with 82% market share.
16. SHINee
SHINee continues their success since 2008. They’ve sold 8,321,076 albums. Korean sales dominate at 75%.
17. NewJeans
NewJeans creates waves since 2022. Their sales hit 7,795,997 albums. Korea represents 99% of their market.
18. aespa
Aespa shows strong performance since 2020. They’ve reached 7,541,760 album sales. Korea leads with 98%.
19. Girls’ Generation
Girls’ Generation maintains their legacy since 2007. They’ve sold 7,302,877 albums. Korea holds 67% of sales.
20. (G)I-DLE
(G)I-DLE proves their popularity since 2018. Their sales total 6,997,612 albums. Korea dominates with 99%.
21. ZEROBASEONE
ZEROBASEONE makes impact since 2023. They’ve achieved 6,819,785 sales. Korea represents 94% of their market.
22. NCT
NCT shows steady growth since 2018. They’ve sold 6,771,969 albums. All sales come from Korea.
23. Red Velvet
Red Velvet maintains strong presence since 2014. Their sales reach 6,529,090 albums. Korea claims 99%.
24. H.O.T.
H.O.T. pioneered K-pop since 1996. They’ve sold 6,367,037 albums. All sales come from Korea.
25. GOT7
GOT7 keeps steady success since 2014.
They’ve achieved 6,051,150 album sales. Korea represents 92%.
