The members of EXO have continuously demonstrated their high levels of popularity, both as a collective and as solo performers. As each member pursues their own unique musical paths, the sales of their individual albums in the first week serve as a testament to their individual appeal.
According to their latest albums, the first-week sales figures for EXO members are listed below:
- Kai: 217K (2023)
- Suho: 154K (2022)
- Xiumin: 14.6K (2022)
- DO: 86K (2024)
- Chen: 72K (2022)
Despite Baekhyun’s impressive solo album sales of 868K, he was ultimately excluded from the comparison due to overwhelming fan reactions.
#EXO‘s #Baekhyun To Release First Solo Album in July!👨🎤1⃣💿🔥🌟👑 @weareoneEXOhttps://t.co/QLLh5j4Gjh pic.twitter.com/91csKyDZLL
— World Music Awards (@WORLDMUSICAWARD) June 11, 2019
The debate among fans has been sparked by the discussion of these sales figures. The following are noteworthy comments:
- “As expected Baekhyun is the one top (t/n: he has 868K).”
- “Rover Rover Rover is freaking good.”
- “I’m another group’s fan and why are Baekhyun’s fans so annoying hahahaha.”
- “Remove Baekhyun, his fans will just use this post to claim he’s the one top and play politics.”
- “Those are solos but they’re all selling so well, as expected EXO is EXO..”
- “I’m curious, why is D.O’s first week sales so low? I saw him sell 120K on Circle Chart, why is it 80K on Hanteo?”
- “Because Hanteo counts first week sales.”
- “Kids, stop fighting, please give a lot of interest to Suho’s Cheese!! And Do Kyungsoo’s Popcorn.”
- “Baekhyun is amazing…”
- “Look at them starting their politics game again..”
- “Looking at the comments, I get it now ㅋㅋㅋ You guys really are exploding with inferiority complex towards Baekhyun.”
The analysis of sales data not only showcases the achievements of EXO members as individual performers but also emphasizes the fervent and occasionally conflicting dynamics of fan engagement. Baekhyun’s remarkable sales have sparked a range of responses, with some admirers expressing appreciation while others expressing annoyance towards perceived fan hierarchies.
Furthermore, EXO’s most recent appearance at the airport has led to speculation about potential tension within the group, as fans observed certain members standing separately from one another.
A forum post brought attention to this observation, sparking online debates and causing fans to form opposing viewpoints. Some argue that it is an excessive analysis of a straightforward situation, while others view it as a sign of underlying conflicts.
Despite previous legal disputes and rumors involving EXO members, such as the lawsuit filed by Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin against SM Entertainment, Baekhyun has announced his plans to establish his own company. He has also reassured fans that he will continue to be involved with EXO.
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