Chanyeol of EXO has made a powerful solo debut with his first mini album ‘Black Out,’ capturing the hearts of fans around the globe and dominating the iTunes charts. Released on August 28th, ‘Black Out’ quickly soared to the top of the iTunes Top Albums chart in 51 regions, including major markets like France, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and Thailand.
Chanyeol’s global appeal is undeniable, as his album also secured the number one spot on South Korea’s Hanteo Chart. “Black Out” achieved significant success in China, topping QQ Music’s digital album sales chart within five minutes of its release. It earned the prestigious “Double Gold” certification for surpassing 500,000 yuan in sales. Additionally, the album topped the charts on Kugou Music, further solidifying Chanyeol’s immense popularity in the region.
The title track “Black Out” has also made waves, ranking third on the integrated K-pop charts across five major Tencent Music platforms: QQ Music, Kugou Music, Kuwo Music, Bodien Music, and JOOX. This impressive achievement highlights the overwhelming support from Chanyeol’s dedicated fan base.
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‘Black Out‘ features six tracks that showcase Chanyeol’s versatility as an artist, including the darkly emotional title track “Black Out,” the heartfelt “I’m on Your Side Too,” which Chanyeol co-wrote, and other standout tracks like “Clover,” “Hasta La Vista,” “Ease Up,” and “Back Again.” The mini album has been praised for its diverse genres and Chanyeol’s unique musical style.