South Korean boy band Stray Kids have just missed out on another number one hit on the Billboard chart, with their latest single “Why?” debuting at number 2 on the World Digital Song Sales chart. The song, which is performed in both English and Japanese, marks the group’s twenty-seventh top 10 hit on the chart, but falls just short of the top spot.
Despite not reaching number one, “Why?” is still an impressive placement for Stray Kids, who have had four tracks peak at number 2 on the World Digital Song Sales chart in the past. The group has a long history of success on the chart, with hits like “Back Door,” “Miroh,” and “S-Class” all reaching the runner-up position in previous years.
The current number one song on the World Digital Song Sales chart is “Water” by African superstar Tyla, which has now spent 17 nonconsecutive periods at the top of the chart. Stray Kids’ fans will be eagerly awaiting the release of their upcoming single “Lose My Breath,” featuring pop singer Charlie Puth, which is set to be released in mid-May.
“Lose My Breath” is highly-anticipated by fans and is seen as the first taste of the next chapter for Stray Kids. The group is hoping that the collaboration with Charlie Puth will bring them back to the Hot 100 chart, where they previously reached with their single “Lalala” in 2023. With their track record of success on the World Digital Song Sales chart, there is optimism that “Lose My Breath” will be another chart success for the group.
While missing out on the number one spot may be frustrating for Stray Kids and their fans, the group continues to make an impact on the music scene with their catchy tunes and impressive performances. With “Why?” debuting at number 2 on the chart, it is clear that Stray Kids’ popularity is still strong, and they are poised for even more success with their upcoming release of “Lose My Breath.”
As fans eagerly await the release of “Lose My Breath,” Stray Kids’ success on the World Digital Song Sales chart continues to showcase their talent and popularity. With their upcoming collaboration with Charlie Puth, the group is poised to make a big impact on the music charts once again and solidify their status as one of the top K-pop groups in the industry.
