Stray Kids’ “Chk Chk Boom” Achieves Historic SNEP Gold Certification in France

Global K-pop sensation Stray Kids has made a significant mark on the French music scene, with their hit track “Chk Chk Boom” earning a coveted Single Gold Certification from the French National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing (SNEP).

According to a recent announcement on SNEP’s official website, “Chk Chk Boom,” the vibrant title track from Stray Kids’ mini-album ‘ATE’ — released on July 19, 2024 — has surpassed an impressive 15 million streams within France. This remarkable achievement not only signifies Stray Kids’ first-ever Single Gold Certification but also marks a pioneering milestone as the first 4th generation boy group to receive this honor. Furthermore, it stands as only the second such accomplishment for any K-pop boy group, underscoring the group’s rapidly expanding international influence and immense popularity.

Stray Kids’ Consistent Success in French Charts

Established in 1922, SNEP is the authoritative body responsible for awarding certifications based on cumulative album and single sales, streaming figures, and download equivalents in France. This isn’t Stray Kids’ first recognition from SNEP; the group has previously secured four Album Gold Certifications. Their full-length album ‘★★★★★ (5-STAR)’, along with mini-albums ‘樂-STAR’ (ROCK-STAR), ‘ATE’, and the ‘SKZHOP HIPTAPE 合 (HOP)’, each achieved over 50,000 equivalent unit sales, showcasing their consistent high performance in the French market.

Global Recognition and Upcoming Major Appearances

Riding on this wave of extraordinary success, Stray Kids continues to solidify their reputation as ‘Global Top Artists’ through various high-profile activities. The group has been nominated in the ‘Best Male K-Pop Artist’ category at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMA), scheduled for May 25th (local time). This marks their second consecutive nomination at the AMA, one of the three most prestigious popular music award ceremonies in the United States, further cementing their status in the global music industry.

Fans worldwide can also look forward to Stray Kids headlining two of the biggest global music festivals. They are set to take the stage as headliners at ‘The Governors Ball Music Festival’ in New York, USA, on June 6th, and at ‘Rock in Rio’ in Brazil on September 11th. These appearances will see them concluding the climax of these global mega music events, demonstrating their unparalleled stage presence and drawing massive international crowds.