Billboard wrapped its list for the World Albums chart, which ended on February 24. The weekly rankings determine which albums made an impact, and cover all music releases from singers around the world.
Amid the slew of releases from international artists, several K-pop acts managed to dominate the rankings with their albums.
Here are 13 K-pop artists included in Billboard's 3rd World Albums chart for February 2024!
1. P1Harmony - 'Killin' It'
P1Harmony's first album for 2024 titled "Killin It' made it on the No. 1 spot. The album, together with its title track of the same name, is the group's first-ever full studio content. It was officially released on February 5, 2024.
2. ITZY - 'BORN TO BE'
ITZY is currently making waves with their music releases, content, and world tour this 2024. The year has only started, but the girls are already ahead when it comes to early releases. On January 8, 2024. ITZY released their eighth mini album "BORN TO BE."
According to Billboard, the album secured second place on the World Albums chart.
3. Stray Kids - 'ROCK-STAR'
"ROCK STAR" successfully took a step back on No. 3 after claiming first place for weeks. The album was released on November 10, 2023, along with its title track "LALALALA."
4. NewJeans - 'Get Up'
On July 21, 2023, NewJeans released their second mini album "Get Up." The album has since garnered rave reviews from critics and fans, as the album showcased the group's versatility in music, concept, and performance.
On the week ending on February 24, "Get Up" placed No. 4, defending its position.
5. ENHYPEN - 'ORANGE BLOOD'
ENHYPEN's "ORANGE BLOOD" rounded the top five.
6. BTS - 'Proof'
"Proof" continued to claim a spot in the Top 10 by snagging No. 7.
7. ATEEZ - 'THE WORLD EP. FIN: WILL'
ATEEZ skipped on to No. 9 with their second full studio album "THE WORLD EP. FIN; WILL," which was released on December 1, 2023.
8. BTS Jimin - 'FACE'
Jimin's solo debut album "FACE" completed the Top 10 for February 2024's third week.
9. TWS - 'Sparkling Blue'
TWS is one of the most highly anticipated debuts of 2024, and their first mini album "Sparkling Blue" has claimed No. 11.
10. SEVENTEEN - 'SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN'
"SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN" took No. 12.
11. Stray Kids - '★★★★★ (5-STAR)'
Stray Kids' best-selling album "'★★★★★ (5-STAR)" finished on No. 13.
12. NMIXX - 'Fe304: BREAK'
NMIXX made it on No. 14 with second mini album "Fe304: BREAK."
13. TOMORROW X TOGETHER - 'The Name Chapter: FREEFALL'
The 15th place was closed down by TXT with "The Name Chapter: FREEFALL."
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