K-pop groups are recognized globally for their catchy hooks in songs, choreography, visuals, and music videos. These diverse groups adopt different sub-genres of music and have attracted large fanbases worldwide.
Some of these groups, like BTS, BLACKPINK, SEVENTEEN, Stray Kids, and aespa, amongst others, have put out music that has ranked high on global streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, among others.
These songs have debuted to millions of streams on Spotify Global, depicting a dedicated international following. Some of these K-pop group songs are collaborative efforts with other well-known artists, while others have dominated the list alongside other songs from the same album.
6 Biggest K-pop group song debuts so far on Global Spotify in 2024
These K-pop group songs debuted from 3.1 million to 1.643 million streams on Global Spotify.
Chk Chk Boom by Stray Kids
- Lose My Breath by Stray Kids feat. Charlie Puth
- Mountains by Stray Kids
- Sheesh by BABYMONSTER
- JJAM by Stray Kids
- I Like It by Stray Kids
1) Chk Chk Boom by Stray Kids
Chk Chk Boom is the lead single from the K-pop group's ninth EP, ATE. The track, released on July 19, 2024, is influenced by Latin hip-hop and was written by Bangchan, Changbin, Han, Dallask, Ronnie Icon, and BB Elliot.
The song features lyrics that embrace boldness and passion with a special someone. The Stray Kids song debuted on Global Spotify with 3.1 million streams, securing the top spot on this list.
2) Lose My Breath by Stray Kids feat. Charlie Puth
Lose My Breath was released on May 10, 2024, as the first official English single from Stray Kids. The track features vocals from American singer Charlie Puth.
The pop and R&B song was written by Charlie Puth, 3Racha, Natalie Solomon, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, and Johnny Goldstein, amongst others. The song's lyrics express the feeling of meeting a love interest for the first time and the inability to breathe as a result.
The song debuted on Global Spotify with 1.94 million streams.
3) Mountains by Stray Kids
Mountains by Stray Kids was released on July 19, 2024, as the first track from the K-pop group's ninth EP, ATE. The pop song fuses punchy guitars with energetic bass and drums.
The song's lyrics represent the confidence and energy of the members of the K-pop group atop a tall mountain. The song was written by Bangchan, Changbin, and Han and debuted on Global Spotify with 1.87 million streams.
4) Sheesh by BABYMONSTER
Sheesh by BABYMONSTER was released in April 2024 as the third single for the K-pop group's first Extended Play, BABYMONS7ER. The hip-hop track was composed by Choice37, Sonny, Choi Hyun-suk, Lil G, LP, YG, Sandra, and Wikstrom.
The baroque-style song from the K-pop girl group features lyrics exuding confidence and a sense of control. The song debuted on Global Spotify with 1.76 million streams.
5) JJAM by Stray Kids
JJAM by Stray Kids was released on July 19, 2024, amongst the tracks in the Extended Play, ATE, by Stray Kids. The song was written by Bang Chan, Changbin, Restart Kor, and Chae Kang Hae.
The lyrics celebrate unity, fun, and the joys of living in the moment. The lyrics are filled with playful metaphors and encourage listeners to let go of their worries.
The song debuted at 1.47 million streams on Global Spotify.
6) I Like It by Stray Kids
The pop dance track was released on July 19, 2024, as the fourth track from the ninth Extended Play from the K-pop group Stray Kids. The track was composed by Bang Chan, Changbin, Han, Jbach, Nathan Cunningham, and Marc Sibley.
The song combines a bright synth sound and a drill beat. The lyrics tell the story of a man in love with a girl who wishes to remain in the first stage of love. The song debuted to 1.643 million streams on Global Spotify.
These are the highest debuting K-pop songs on Global Spotify in 2024. However, as the second half of the year is yet to pass, fans should be on the lookout for more K-pop group releases that could break records.