This achievement highlights their rapid rise in global popularity within four months.
In China, 'GO!' was awarded 'Song of the Year' solidifying their success.
CORTIS is making waves in the global music scene with the impressive performance of their debut album. Their album 'COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES' has crossed 300 million streams on Spotify, showcasing their rapid rise in popularity just four months post-release, a remarkable achievement in such a short time frame.
The album hit 100 million streams a mere month after release and followed with 200 million by November 27, eventually surpassing 300 million on January 8. Even after the conclusion of their promotional activities, the daily average streams have remained consistently high, reflecting enduring support from fans worldwide who are listening to the album over 2.2 million times a day.
CORTIS's popularity is also reflected in China, where their intro track 'GO!' won the title of 'Song of the Year' in QQ Music's 2025 Annual Peak Chart. This prestigious recognition is awarded to just one song based on a combination of chart rankings, listener preferences, and social media reactions, underscoring the significance of their achievement. Additionally, 'COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES' has recorded cumulative sales of 1.38 million copies as of 2025, marking CORTIS as the only rookie artist to achieve 'million seller' status.
This achievement highlights CORTIS’s unique music style in the global market. Their album features a blend of genres that appeals to a diverse fan base, and the sustained streaming figures confirm this connection. The impressive daily streaming stats reflect the continuous interest and support from their dedicated fans.
Moreover, CORTIS has effectively built their brand image through strategic use of social media and direct engagement with fans. Their ability to connect with their audience extends beyond music, as they provide various content that fosters this relationship, ultimately contributing to their global recognition. The accolade for their debut album in China serves as a remarkable testament to K-pop's expanding international reach.
Finally, CORTIS's distinction as a million seller artist within such a short timeframe underscores the anticipation for their future endeavors. The swift rise of a young artist gaining public affection is becoming a recurring trend in the current K-pop landscape.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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