Stray Kids have done it again — and this time, they’ve pushed their Billboard record into territory no act has reached before.
The K-pop group has earned its ninth consecutive No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 with its latest mini-album, “THIS & THAT,” making Stray Kids the first act in Billboard 200 history to see its first nine charting albums all debut at No. 1.
For a group that first topped the chart in 2022, that kind of consistency is rare.
A Billboard Streak That Keeps Growing
Stray Kids began their Billboard 200 No. 1 run with “ODDINARY” in 2022, followed by “MAXIDENT,” “5-STAR,” “ROCK-STAR,” “ATE,” “HOP,” “KARMA,” “DO IT,” and now “THIS & THAT.”
The achievement also places Stray Kids among the most successful groups in Billboard 200 history. With nine No. 1 albums, they’re now tied with The Rolling Stones for second place among groups, trailing only The Beatles’ 19. They also hold the record for the most Billboard 200 No. 1 albums by a group in the 21st century.
“THIS & THAT” Takes Stray Kids Even Higher
Released August 7, 2026, “THIS & THAT” contains eight tracks, all produced by the group’s in-house team 3RACHA — Bang Chan, Changbin and Han. The EP moved 369,000 equivalent album units in its opening week, the biggest sales week of Stray Kids’ career.
The title track added another milestone of its own: “This & That” debuted at No. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100, the group’s highest position ever on the singles chart — a sign that Stray Kids’ momentum extends beyond album sales and into the U.S. singles market.
Why This Record Matters
What makes Stray Kids’ Billboard run notable is that it’s been built on consistency, not a single breakthrough. Nine consecutive No. 1s means every Billboard 200 entry the group has ever had has reached the top of the chart — a level of reliability rarely seen in the chart’s history.
The group has said they want to keep expanding their musical identity rather than repeat the formula that got them here. In a statement, the members credited their fans, known as STAY, for helping them reach the milestone, and said they hope to keep demonstrating the growth of both Stray Kids and K-pop as a whole.
Is This a New Peak for K-Pop?
Stray Kids’ latest achievement shows how far K-pop has moved beyond its traditional markets. The group is now being measured against the broader history of the Billboard 200, not just against other K-pop acts.
With nine consecutive No. 1 albums and a new personal best on the Hot 100, Stray Kids have turned their Billboard run into one of the most remarkable chart stories in modern K-pop.
The most intriguing question now may be a simple one: can they make it 10?
Frequently Asked Questions
How many No. 1 albums does Stray Kids have on the Billboard 200?
Nine consecutive No. 1 albums, beginning with “ODDINARY” in 2022.
What record did “THIS & THAT” break?
It became Stray Kids’ ninth consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1, making them the first act in Billboard 200 history to have their first nine charting albums all debut at No. 1.
What is Stray Kids’ highest Billboard Hot 100 ranking?
The title track “This & That” debuted at No. 38, their highest Hot 100 position to date.
Who has more Billboard 200 No. 1 albums than Stray Kids?
Only The Beatles, with 19. Stray Kids are tied with The Rolling Stones at nine.
What’s the next milestone for Stray Kids?
A 10th consecutive Billboard 200 No. 1 album — which would extend one of the most unusual chart streaks in K-pop history.