Stray Kids have reached a new milestone on the global stage. Their latest single, This & That, debuted at No. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. This achievement marks the group's highest position on the prestigious U.S. singles chart to date.
The single is the title track from the band's new EP, which bears the same name. According to the group, the song is a direct statement of confidence and intent, focusing on the drive to pursue personal and professional goals without being hindered by traditional expectations or industry norms.
Beyond their success on the Hot 100, the group achieved a major win on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Their new EP debuted at the No. 1 spot, marking the ninth time they have topped that chart in their career. With this record, Stray Kids holds the second-most No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 for any group in history, placing them behind The Beatles and level with The Rolling Stones.
Other notable K-pop performances on the Billboard Hot 100 this week included a collaboration between Jennie of BLACKPINK and Tame Impala, titled Dracula, which entered the chart at No. 8. Additionally, the girl group KATSEYE made their presence known with their song Animal, which claimed the No. 30 spot.
Stray Kids continues to expand their influence within the music industry. By securing these high-charting positions, the group confirms their status as a major player in the current musical landscape. Their rise on both the singles and albums charts underscores a sustained upward trajectory for the act.