EXO’s Baekhyun Breaks New Ground Globally with ‘Essence of Reverie’ on Billboard 200 and Beyond.
EXO’s Baekhyun has just made a powerful solo statement on the global stage, as his 5th mini-album ‘Essence of Reverie’ lands him his first-ever solo entry on the Billboard 200 chart.
Released on May 19, the album debuted at No. 121 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart for the week ending June 7. It’s a major feat for him, marking his growth not just as a performer but also as a solo artist, carving out his own space in the international music scene.
On the World Albums chart, ‘Essence of Reverie’ debuted at No. 1 and also claimed the No. 4 position on both the Top Album Sales and Top Current Album Sales charts, making it the fourth best-selling album of the week in the United States. Additionally, it ranked at No. 19 on the Independent Albums chart, reflecting a strong performance. Baekhyun’s chart domination didn’t stop there; he re-entered Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart and claimed the No. 1 spot for the very first time, while also making a strong comeback on the Artist 100 with a new personal best at No. 35.
In other news, the album surpassed 1.06 million first-week sales on Hanteo, setting the highest record for a K-pop soloist in 2025 and becoming Baekhyun’s fourth consecutive million-seller after ‘Delight,’ ‘Bambi,’ and ‘Hello, World’.
With ‘Essence of Reverie,’ Baekhyun marks a bold new chapter in his solo journey. His upcoming 2025 BAEKHYUN WORLD TOUR ‘Reverie’, starting this June, promises to bring the album’s energy to life, further cementing his status as a leading K-pop soloist.
Written by Ranjana Singh
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Congratulations to everyone attending the tour.