Stray Kids Earns RIAA Gold for "Chk Chk Boom"

South Korean group Stray Kids has achieved a significant milestone in the United States, as their single "Chk Chk Boom" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on November 26, 2025. The certification recognizes 500,000 certified units in the U.S. The single was released on July 19, 2024, via Jyp Entertainment and Imperial.

"Chk Chk Boom" is the title track from the group's album ATE, which was also released in July 2024. The song is described as an energizing electronic dance-pop track, consistent with the group's signature musical style. Its lyrics convey themes of confidence and ambition, with the group challenging their adversaries and aiming to surpass their goals. The song's reach was further expanded by its inclusion on the official soundtrack for the film Deadpool & Wolverine.

Formed by JYP Entertainment in 2017 through a reality survival show, Stray Kids consists of eight members: Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, HAN, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. The group is known for a propulsive sound that blends big bass electronic dance music with aggressive rapping and R&B-influenced vocals. Since their 2018 debut, they have achieved escalating global success, with multiple releases topping charts in South Korea and the U.S., including the EPs Oddinary (2022) and Maxident (2022), and the full-length album 5-Star (2023). Their global popularity is reflected in their substantial online following, which includes over 21.2 million Spotify followers and 22.2 million YouTube subscribers.