On October 18, 2024, the Recording Industry Association of America awarded Stray Kids’ ninth mini-album, ATE, a Gold certification, recognizing sales of over 500,000 units. This milestone marks the K-pop group’s seventh RIAA gold certification. On the same day, Stray Kids expressed their heartfelt thanks on their official X account to their devoted fanbase, STAYs, for their unwavering support and affection.
For fans who may not know, ATE was launched on July 19, 2024, via JYP Entertainment and Republic Records. The album comprises eight dynamic tracks: Mountains, Chk Chk Boom, Jjam, I Like It, Runners, Twilight, Stray Kids, and the festival version of Chk Chk Boom.
The announcement of this significant achievement quickly spread across social media platforms, with fans ecstatically sharing their joy. One user on X wrote,
“Wow every day is a bliss for STAYs!!! 7th RIAA for Stray Kids!! Billboard entries, album sales verified with the RIAA certifications can only be done by organic growth and it’s so rare now in the industry. Well done Boys.”
Supporters celebrated the contributions of fans from the United States. Several acknowledged that the group reached this achievement merely three months after the album’s release, dubbing it a “masterpiece.”
“Originally conceived to honor artists and track sound recording sales, Gold & Platinum Awards have become a benchmark of success for any artist—regardless of whether it’s their debut single or a greatest hits collection,”- a fan responded.
“To the hardworking US/PR STAY (and everyone else who contributed), YOU MAKE STRAY KIDS STAY,”- a fan remarked.
“ATE was out just under 3 months ago??? This is INSANE!!! Congratulations Stray Kids – the album is a masterpiece and this is well deserved,”- a fan noted.
“Fantastic! Stray Kids has reached yet another significant achievement. Congratulations on your 7th RIAA gold certification for the album ‘ATE’. This is a well-deserved recognition for the members’ hard work and the love from STAYs,”- a fan added.
Online users further celebrated Stray Kids’ accomplishments with ATE. One participant expressed excitement over “K-pop making great strides”in the United States.
“That’s an impressive achievement for Stray Kids! ‘Ate’ gaining Gold certification reflects their growing popularity and the strong connection they have with their fans. It’s thrilling to see K-pop making significant advancements in the U.S. music market! What do you love most about the song,”- a user reacted.
“Congratulations, Stray Kids! ‘Ate’ has gone GOLD in the US! Your dedication and talent continue to break boundaries. Stay proud, STAYs,”- a user shared.
“The first and only K-pop album to be certified Gold in 2024; congratulations Stray Kids,”- a user commented.
More About Stray Kids
Stray Kids is a South Korean K-pop boy band that was established by JYP Entertainment following a 2017 reality show. The group consists of eight members: Lee Know, Bang Chan, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Changbin, Seungmin, and I.N. Active since 2018, they are affiliated with labels such as JYP Entertainment, Epic Japan, and Republic Records.
The group launched their unofficial debut extended play Mixtape in January 2018, followed by their official debut on March 25, 2018, releasing the EP I Am Not. This was followed by their EPs I Am Who and I Am You, completing the I Am series.
Their first studio album, Go Live, came out in 2020, and it became the group’s inaugural record to achieve platinum certification from the Korea Music Content Association. The discography of Stray Kids includes albums like Noeasy, 5-Star, The Sound, Giant, Unveil Stray Kids, WeZ2020, WeZ2021, WeZ-Replay, In Life, Oddinary, Circus, Maxident, Rock-Star, Christmas Evel, I Am You, and numerous other tracks.
With various accolades, the group has received ten Asia Artist Awards, eight The Fact Music Awards, and five Circle Chart Music Awards, along with multiple Golden Disc Awards, Hanteo Music Awards, Japan Gold Disc Awards, and one award each from the iHeartRadio Music Awards and the People’s Choice Awards as of October 2024.
In recent developments, Stray Kids have embarked on their third world tour, titled DominATE, in promotion of their ninth mini-album, ATE.
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