On July 8, NewJeans' debut album 'NWJNS' achieved a significant milestone by becoming the most streamed girl group album in Melon history. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record held by BLACKPINK's 'The Album.'
NewJeans debuted in July 2022 and quickly rose to the top with their fresh sound and captivating performances. As soon as they released their debut album, the girls gained popularity with the tracks "Attention," "Hype Boy," "Cookie," and "Hurt."
NewJeans' album 'NWJNS' has accumulated 555.2 million streams, while BLACKPINK's 'The Album,' which consists of eight tracks, currently sits at 555.1 million streams.
'NWJNS' - 555.2 million streams total
By song:
Attention - 188.5 million streams
Hype Boy - 247.6 million streams
Cookie - 88.1 million streams
Hurt - 30.8 million streams
Korean netizens commented:
"This is well deserved. I can't forget how I felt when I first heard 'Attention'."
"I still listen to NewJeans when I drive."
"Hurt remix is so good too."
"Wow, this is so impressive. They only debuted in 2022. I still get excited when I listen to 'Hype Boy'."
"This album is really legendary."
"I'll never get tired of this album."
"NewJeans is the best."
"Wow, this is so crazy."
"This record is very very impressive."
"They are basically rookies who achieved this."
"You never get tired of their songs."
"Congrats to the girls."
"I hope they keep being successful."
"Well deserved."
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