Full Breakdown
Stray Kids' "RUN IT" Tops Global Charts and Launches Milestone World Tour
6/26/2026, 12:14:32 PM
Background and Recent Momentum
South Korean boy group Stray Kids, managed by JYP Entertainment, concluded last year's "dominATE" world tour with strong international ticket sales. The group has positioned itself as a leading act in the global K-pop market, setting the stage for the release of new material in mid-2026. The upcoming tour builds on the momentum of last year's "dominATE" world tour.
Release and Immediate Chart Performance
On June 24, 2026, Stray Kids issued the digital single “RUN IT,” produced by the in-house team 3RACHA—members Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han. Within hours, the track reached No. 1 on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart and the European iTunes Song Chart. It also topped the iTunes Top Songs charts in 41 countries and regions, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France, Brazil, and Spain. The accompanying music video secured the No. 1 position on YouTube Music Video Trending in 34 territories, such as the United States, Japan, Australia, and Mexico. The arrangement features brass, marching drums, and world-beat rhythms, and the video employs black-and-white contrast and narrative storytelling to enhance immersion.
Key Figures and Production Team
- Stray Kids – eight-member boy group under JYP Entertainment.
- 3RACHA – internal production unit comprising Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han, responsible for composing and arranging “RUN IT.”
Timeline of Major Milestones
- June 24, 2026 – Release of “RUN IT” digital single.
- June 24-30, 2026 – Chart ascents on iTunes (World, Europe, 41 regions) and YouTube (34 regions).
- July 25, 2026 – Commencement of the “Stray Kids World Tour RUN IT” at the KSPO Dome (Olympic Gymnastics Arena) in Seoul.
- July – August 2026 – Tour stops in Tokyo’s National Stadium, Nagoya, Osaka, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Bangkok, and Singapore.
- August 7, 2026 – Release of the tenth mini-album “THIS & THAT,” featuring “RUN IT.”
Data and Statistics
- iTunes: No. 1 on Worldwide and European Song Charts; top position in 41 countries/regions.
- YouTube: No. 1 on Music Video Trending in 34 countries/regions.
- Tour Milestone: First overseas male artist to hold a solo concert at Japan’s National Stadium (Tokyo).
Significance and Industry Impact
The rapid chart dominance of “RUN IT” underscores Stray Kids’ expanding footprint across Western and Asian markets. Achieving the National Stadium concert marks a historic first for a non-Japanese male act, reflecting broader acceptance of Korean pop acts in traditionally domestic venues. The performance metrics reinforce the group’s role in sustaining K-pop’s global commercial momentum.
Upcoming Activities
The world tour will continue through major Asian cities, culminating in the Tokyo National Stadium show. The schedule also includes dates in Thailand and Singapore, further extending the group's Southeast Asian outreach. Concurrently, the “THIS & THAT” mini-album, slated for August 7, will extend the promotional cycle for “RUN IT” and introduce additional tracks to the group’s discography.
