EXO members have consistently proven their popularity, not just as a group but also as solo artists. With each member embarking on individual musical journeys, the first-week sales of their solo albums provide a glimpse into their standalone appeal.

Based on their most recent albums, here are the first-week sales figures for EXO members:

• Kai: 217K (2023)
• Suho: 154K (2022)
• Xiumin: 14.6K (2022)
• D.O.: 86K (2024)
• Chen: 72K (2022)

Baekhyun, whose solo album sales reached an impressive 868K, was initially included but later removed from the comparison due to overwhelming fan reactions.

#EXO's #Baekhyun To Release First Solo Album in July!👨‍🎤1⃣💿🔥🌟👑 @weareoneEXOhttps://t.co/QLLh5j4Gjh pic.twitter.com/91csKyDZLL

— World Music Awards (@WORLDMUSICAWARD) June 11, 2019

 

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The discussion surrounding these sales figures has sparked a lively debate among fans. Here are some notable comments:

• "As expected Baekhyun is the one top (t/n: he has 868K)."
• "Rover Rover Rover is freaking good."
• "I'm another group's fan and why are Baekhyun's fans so annoying ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ."
• "Remove Baekhyun, his fans will just use this post to claim he's the one top and play politics."
• "Those are solos but they're all selling so well, as expected EXO is EXO.."
• "I'm curious, why is D.O's first week sales so low? I saw him sell 120K on Circle Chart, why is it 80K on Hanteo?"
• "Because Hanteo counts first week sales."
• "Kids, stop fighting, please give a lot of interest to Suho's Cheese!! And Do Kyungsoo's Popcorn."
• "Baekhyun is amazing..."
• "Look at them starting their politics game again.."
• "Looking at the comments, I get it now ㅋㅋㅋ You guys really are exploding with inferiority complex towards Baekhyun."

The comparison of sales figures not only underscores the success of EXO members as solo artists but also highlights the passionate and sometimes contentious nature of fan interactions. Baekhyun's exceptional sales have stirred mixed reactions, with some fans expressing admiration and others frustration over perceived fan politics.

Meanwhile, EXO's recent airport appearance has sparked speculation about possible conflict within the group, as netizens noticed members standing apart from each other.

A forum post highlighted this observation, leading to online discussions and divided opinions among fans. Some believe it's an overanalysis of a simple situation, while others see it as indicative of underlying tensions.

This comes amidst previous rumors and legal disputes involving EXO members, such as the lawsuit filed by Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin against SM Entertainment. Despite this, Baekhyun has announced plans to establish his own company while assuring fans of his continued involvement with EXO.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.