A2O MAY's 'PAPARAZZI ARRIVE' Storms Billboard Charts, Solidifying Global Rookie Status

Global girl group A2O MAY is cementing its position as a rising international star, with their debut EP 'PAPARAZZI ARRIVE' making waves on the Billboard charts just a month after its release.

As of the November 22nd chart update, A2O MAY's 'PAPARAZZI ARRIVE' secured the 8th spot on the Billboard Emerging Artists chart and the 40th position on the Top Album Sales chart. Notably, the re-entry onto the Emerging Artists chart at a higher ranking after just two weeks highlights their rapid ascent. This chart is dedicated to spotlighting the fastest-growing new artists in the U.S., underscoring A2O MAY's explosive popularity. Furthermore, a 11th place ranking on the World Albums chart proves their extensive global fandom.

The EP has demonstrated consistent performance across all key Billboard metrics, including album sales, track downloads, streaming, radio airplay, and social media growth. This comprehensive achievement, aligned with the same tracking framework as the main Billboard HOT 100 chart, is interpreted as a significant indicator of their potential future entry into the main charts.

'PAPARAZZI ARRIVE' has also shown strong performance in major global markets, topping China's QQ Music Hot Song Chart and reaching the TOP3 on their New Song Chart. In the U.S., it achieved a joint first place in the 'Most Added' category on the Mediabase Top 40 Airplay chart, alongside Justin Bieber, showcasing their formidable presence across diverse international platforms.

This year alone, A2O MAY has clinched three rookie awards in the U.S. and China, solidifying their status as emerging global icons for the 'Zalpha' generation. They have also garnered accolades at major award ceremonies, including the '2025 Asian Hall of Fame' New Artist Award and a rookie award at China's Weibo 'Night of Competition.'

A2O MAY is set to hold their first fan meeting, 'A2O MAY THE FIRST FANMEETING; MAYnia Arrive,' in Shanghai, China, on November 22nd.

Korean netizens have reacted enthusiastically, with comments like, "A2O MAY is truly amazing! To hit Billboard with their debut album is so proud," "After winning three rookie awards, now Billboard! I'm even more excited for their future," and "Global icon status confirmed! Wishing their Shanghai fan meeting great success!"