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The Elite Club of K-pop acts who sold over 1 Million Digital Albums in China

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Posted by Rika-go Wednesday, December 13, 2023

The global phenomenon of K-pop has transcended borders, captivating audiences worldwide with its infectious beats, mesmerizing choreography, and magnetic personalities of its artists. While South Korea remains the epicenter of this cultural wave, China has emerged as a crucial market for K-pop, fostering a massive fanbase and propelling several artists to unprecedented heights.

Here are the six K-pop acts that have achieved the remarkable feat of selling over 1 million digital albums in China.


BTS

The global sensation BTS has left an indelible mark on the Chinese music scene as they sell over 1 million digital albums in China. The group's global influence, socially relevant themes, and groundbreaking performances have resonated with fans across borders, contributing significantly to their success in China.


BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK has conquered the hearts of fans worldwide and made significant strides in the Chinese music industry. With their dynamic performances and strong presence in the Chinese market, BLACKPINK's digital album sales in China have soared, making them one of the few girl groups to achieve the 1 million milestone.


G-DRAGON

While BIGBANG collectively made waves in China, its leader, G-DRAGON, has carved out a successful solo career, further contributing to the group's overall impact in the Chinese market. GD's solo albums, infused with his unique style and artistic flair, have garnered immense popularity, making him the only soloist to sell over 1 million digital albums in China.


EXO

EXO, a K-pop powerhouse, stands out as one of the few groups to successfully break into the Chinese market. Known for their impeccable vocals, sharp choreography, and diverse discography, EXO's popularity soared in China, resulting in their digital album sales crossing over 1 million.


(G)I-DLE

(G)I-DLE has etched their name in history as the second K-pop girl group and the sole fourth-generation group to surpass the monumental milestone of selling over 1 million digital albums in China. This isn't surprising, considering they're one of the most popular groups in China.


SEVENTEEN

The last on the list is SEVENTEEN, the sensational K-pop boy group. This accomplishment solidifies the group's status as global music icons. Known for their exceptional talent, synchronized performances, and diverse musical styles, SEVENTEEN has captured the hearts of fans across international borders.



The success of K-pop artists in China, as evidenced by their ability to surpass 1 million digital album sales, highlights the genre's transcultural appeal and its ability to connect with audiences beyond linguistic and geographical barriers.

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Matti2011
Matti20111,995 pts Wednesday, December 13, 2023 1
Wednesday, December 13, 2023

BIGBANG was the first international act to sell their music officially digitally in China in 2014, they literally opened the door for all International acts in the country as it was said by Tencent CEO himself (owner of QQ Music and all platforms that sells music). They the first ever to sell 1M, and first ever to sell have multiple projects selling 1M. Here are their names:

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Made Album: 2.9M copies

Made Series M: 570K copies

Made Series A: 1.1M copies

Made Series D: 1.6M copies

Made Series E: 1.6M copies

Flower Road: 2.6M copies

Still Life: 1.9M copies

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Every project BIGBANG released sold millions in China, but you didn't mention them at all ALLKPOP?

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Mychan-24
Mychan-24217 pts Thursday, December 14, 2023 0
Thursday, December 14, 2023

The are groups and there is Gdragon only soloist 😌 king for a reason😚

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