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Stray Kids Achieve 100 Million Views on 'Walkin On Water' MV, Setting K-Pop 4th Generation Record

Stray Kids Achieve 100 Million Views on 'Walkin On Water' MV, Setting K-Pop 4th Generation Record
Stray Kids have surpassed 100 million views on their MV 'Walkin On Water', marking their 20th achievement.
The track is the title song from SKZHOP HIPTAPE, and the music video has garnered immense popularity on YouTube.
They are set to headline two major festivals in New York and Brazil in the near future.

Stray Kids have reached a remarkable milestone with their music video 'Walkin On Water', surpassing 100 million views and marking their 20th achievement. According to JYP Entertainment, the track, which is the title of the SKZHOP HIPTAPE album released on December 13, 2024, hit this impressive figure on YouTube on the afternoon of the 19th. To celebrate this achievement, the agency shared a congratulatory image on their official social media. With this milestone, Stray Kids now holds a total of 20 music videos with over 100 million views, the highest among K-pop 4th generation boy groups.

'Walkin On Water' metaphorically represents the confidence of moving forward like walking on water, with a music video that showcases stunning choreography set in a space that bridges the past and present. The visual artistry captures the essence of the artist's unwavering confidence as they present themselves to the audience.

Looking ahead, Stray Kids are set to perform as headliners at 'The Governors Ball Music Festival' in New York and 'Rock in Rio' in Brazil.

Stray Kids have firmly established their unique musical identity and experimental genre blending within the K-pop scene. Their latest track 'Walkin On Water' exemplifies this with a masterful blend of beats and melodies. The lyrics, centered around the metaphor of walking on water, deliver a powerful message of confidence to their fans, further highlighting their identity.

As leaders of the 4th generation of K-pop, Stray Kids are setting a new benchmark with their music video views. Their achievement of over 20 music videos with 100 million views is more than just a statistic; it reflects the scale and influence of their global fandom. This growth contributes not only to their musical success but also to the development of the artist's brand.

Furthermore, their upcoming headlining performances at major festivals will provide a significant opportunity to elevate their musical reputation. Stray Kids are poised to continue their evolution through future tours and activities, potentially impacting the broader K-pop industry.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.

Photo: JYP Entertainment

Source: tvdaily.co.kr