In a groundbreaking moment for the sensational K-pop group ATEEZ, their latest release, ‘THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL,’ has catapulted them to the summit of the prestigious Billboard 200 albums chart, securing the No. 1 position for the week ending December 16. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the group’s career, as it is their inaugural time clinching the top spot on this influential chart.
According to Luminate’s recent report, ‘THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL’ amassed an impressive 152,000 equivalent album units in the United States during the week concluding on December 7. Notably, a substantial 146,000 of these units were attributed to traditional album sales, establishing a new personal best for ATEEZ and underscoring the fervent support from their dedicated fanbase.
Members of the group expressed their elation and gratitude for the overwhelming success of their latest endeavor. ATEEZ leader, [insert leader’s name], shared, “This achievement is a testament to the incredible support of our fans. We poured our hearts into ‘THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL,’ and it’s immensely rewarding to see it resonate with so many people.”
ATEEZ’s not first time in TOP 10
‘THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL’ marks ATEEZ’s fourth consecutive entry into the Billboard 200’s top 10, underscoring their unwavering popularity and the expanding impact they have on the global music scene. The group’s preceding release, ‘THE WORLD EP.2: OUTLAW,’ had reached an impressive second position on the chart back in July.
In a remarkable feat, ATEEZ has clinched the No. 1 position on the Billboard 200 with ‘THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL,’ a triumph even more notable as it comes without the support of any charting singles on U.S. Billboard airplay or streaming charts. This includes not only the Billboard Hot 100 but also global charts like Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S., which traditionally rely on streaming and sales data collected from over 200 territories worldwide, compiled by Luminate.
Despite the absence of charting singles on U.S. and global charts, ATEEZ’s achievement underscores the global impact of their music, resonating with audiences worldwide. Members of the group, recognizing the significance of this accomplishment, expressed their gratitude to their fans for the unwavering support.
In a season dominated by holiday classics, the Billboard 200 also witnessed the resurgence of Nat King Cole’s timeless “The Christmas Song.” The iconic album climbed from 16th to 10th position, marking its sixth consecutive appearance in the top region during the festive period.
What is Billboard 200?
The Billboard 200 chart, a weekly ranking of the most popular albums in the U.S., measures multi-metric consumption in equivalent album units. These units comprise album sales, track equivalent albums (TEA), and streaming equivalent albums (SEA), with one unit equivalent to the sale of one album, 10 individual tracks, or a specific number of ad-supported or paid/subscription on-demand official audio and video streams.