Stray Kids' hit song 'Back Door' has achieved Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

According to an announcement on RIAA's official website on the 13th (local time), 'Back Door', the title track from Stray Kids' repackage album 'IN生' released on September 14, 2020, has officially been certified Gold. RIAA awards Gold certifications for songs that exceed 500,000 units in sales in the United States.

This marks Stray Kids' fifth RIAA Gold certification, adding to their achievements with singles like '神메뉴' (God's Menu), 'MANIAC', and albums such as '★★★★★ (5-STAR)' and '樂-STAR'.

'Back Door', written and composed by Stray Kids' producing team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han), gained international acclaim for its dynamic music and performance, showcasing the group's spirited energy.

Earlier this month on June 6, Stray Kids also received a Gold certification from the French music association SNEP for their mini album '樂-STAR', following their second Gold certification from SNEP for their 3rd full album '★★★★★ (5-STAR)'.

Stray Kids continue to shine on the global stage with upcoming performances at major music festivals, including 'I-Days' in Milan, Italy on July 12, 'BST Hyde Park' in London, UK on July 14, and 'Lollapalooza Chicago' in Chicago, USA on August 2, further solidifying their international presence.

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BTOB’s Lim Hyun Sik is making waves globally with his emotional OST See The Light for the hit drama When the Phone Rings.

The song, which was officially released on November 30, 2024, has quickly climbed the ranks and entered the top 10 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart, securing the 10th spot as of January 4th.

See The Light is featured in key scenes of When the Phone Rings, a secret romance thriller starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Chae Soo-bin. The drama has captured the hearts of viewers worldwide, and the OST has played a big part in its success. The song’s piano and guitar elements, combined with a powerful instrumental buildup, enhance the drama's emotional moments and leave a lasting impression.

Since its debut, When the Phone Rings has been dominating rankings on platforms like Netflix, and the OST’s success on Billboard just a month after release shows the global impact of the series.

The soundtrack also features other popular tracks like Hwasa's I Feel It Now, Lim Yeon’s Breath, Jae Yeon’s Is It Okay If I Love You, and Suran’s Hear Me Out, all receiving positive feedback from fans both in Korea and internationally.

When the Phone Rings will air its final episode on January 4th, bringing an end to the gripping drama, but its OST will surely continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

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