They captivated the audience with a diverse range of songs.
Their influence as a global artist has been further solidified.
[TV Daily's Hwang Seo-yeon] Stray Kids recently made a remarkable appearance at a charity event in Paris, marking their second performance at such a venue.
On January 22nd (local time), Stray Kids took to the stage at the Paris la Défense Arena for the 'Le Gala des Pièces jaunes,' an event organized by the 'Opération pièces jaunes' charity foundation, led by French First Lady Brigitte Macron. The event aimed to raise funds for hospitalized children. By performing alongside world-renowned artists, Stray Kids reinforced their status as a leading K-pop boy group.
They captivated the audience with powerful renditions of hits like 'Chk Chk Boom,' 'Do It (Overdrive Version),' 'CEREMONY,' and an orchestral version of '乐'. The overwhelming energy from the group's performance amplified the atmosphere, prompting cheers and chants from their fans. This performance will also be broadcast on France 2 and YouTube on January 31st, Korean time.
Stray Kids have consistently solidified their presence in France through various activities. They headlined the 'Lollapalooza Paris' as the first K-pop artist in 2023 and drew 120,000 attendees at their concert at Stade de France during their 'dominATE' world tour in July 2025. Their second participation in this charity event reaffirms their global influence.
Meanwhile, Stray Kids achieved significant success last year with multiple entries at the top of the Billboard 200. They are poised to continue their global momentum in 2026, with plans to headline major music festivals.
Stray Kids' recent performance at the charity event has solidified their position as a prominent global artist. Their powerful stage presence, rooted in strong communication with local fans, opened new horizons, showcasing the potential for K-pop artists to gain international recognition. This achievement draws from the group's musical diversity and performance capabilities, with their passion across genres deeply resonating with many fans.
Moreover, they are not only a significant figure within K-pop but have also emerged as an important presence in the global music industry. Stray Kids' increasing activities in Paris each year highlight their commitment to charity and social responsibility, building trust with fans beyond just musical performances. This demonstrates how K-pop artists can exert positive influence outside of their musical careers.
Looking ahead, Stray Kids have immense potential for further development as global artists. With their participation in various music festivals beyond this event, they will have opportunities to expand their influence in the global music market beyond the K-pop scene.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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