Stray Kids Earns RIAA Gold for "Lalalala"

The South Korean group Stray Kids has achieved a new milestone in the United States, as their single "Lalalala" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on November 26, 2025. The certification recognizes 500,000 units sold and streamed in the U.S. The track was released on November 10, 2023, via Jyp Entertainment and Imperial Records.

"Lalalala," also known by its Korean title "락 (樂)," is the lead single from the group's 2023 album, ROCK-STAR (stylized as 樂-STAR ). The track is described as an electric guitar-assisted noise pop song with a message encouraging listeners to overcome adversity through the power of music. The song's accompanying music video depicts the group performing in a chaotic, self-created world, reinforcing the theme of finding joy amidst turmoil.

Formed by JYP Entertainment in 2017 through a reality survival show, Stray Kids consists of members Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, HAN, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. The group is known for its distinctive blend of electronic dance music, aggressive rap, and R&B-influenced vocals. They have steadily built a global fanbase, evidenced by their significant digital presence, which includes over 21 million Spotify followers and 22 million YouTube subscribers. Their commercial success has included a series of chart-topping albums, such as Oddinary (2022), Maxident (2022), and 5-Star (2023), which have topped charts in South Korea, the U.S., and Europe. According to Chartmetric, Stray Kids holds a global artist rank of 48 and is categorized as a "superstar" artist with a continued growth trend.