Today, Kpopmap will be sharing with you the top 5 K-Pop soloists who had impressed many with not only their incredible music but also record-breaking 1st-week album sales. Note: This data was retrieved on Dec. 3, 2021. If another artist breaks a record throughout the remainder of the year, this article will be updated.
1. EXO’s BaekHyun - “Bambi” 868,8** albums
EXO’s BaekHyun released his 3rd mini-album in March of 2021. The album recorded the highest solo artist sales in the first week, selling more than 868,800 albums. Many fans enjoy BaekHyun’s solo music for how it proves his musical range. With a sound different from EXO’s, BaekHyun displays his multi-faceted talent through his velvet vocal-filled solo songs.
2. BLACKPINK’s Lisa - “LALISA” 736,2** albums
BLACKPINK Lisa’s debut single album sold more than 736,200 albums in the first week. Lisa’s solo debut was one of the most anticipated debuts of the year. She not only surprised fans with her solo musical flavor and performance power, but the songs on her album were all bops that still have fans singing them until this day.
3. BLACKPINK’s Rosé - “R” 448,0** albums
BLACKPINK’s Rosé debut single album sold more than 448,000 albums in the first week. Rosé took us through all of the emotions with her solo debut, showing a vulnerable side to herself through her solo music. The songs on her album were powerful and definitely matched expectations that were built regarding the songstress’ vocal ability.
4. Kang Daniel - “YELLOW” 316,5** albums
Kang Daniel’s third mini-album sold more than 316,500 albums in the first week. “YELLOW” was a testimony to Kang Daniel’s journey and gave us insight into the singer’s emotions. Matched with his smooth vocals, Kang Daniel served high-quality musicality and artistry through this release.
5. EXO’s D.O. - “Empathy” 310,1** albums
EXO’s D.O. made his solo debut with his first-ever solo mini-album “Empathy”. It was highly anticipated and it shows in the way that his album sold more than 310,000 sales in the first week. D.O. is known for his ballads that sound like a personal serenade and his ability to tell a story through his lyrics. Did you enjoy these solo artists’ music this year? Which album was your favorite? Kpopmap K-Pop & K-Drama Highlights of 2021 Kpopmap Highlights 2021|Dec 2, 2021
