Tomorrow X Together (TXT) has proven their global popularity. On the 4th, TXT released their 7th mini album, ‘The Name Chapter: SANCTUARY’. As of 8 PM on the 5th, the album ranked number one on the iTunes ‘Top Album’ chart in 25 countries/regions worldwide.
It also reached 2nd place on the ‘Worldwide iTunes Album’ chart, along with significant rankings like 5th in the UK and 7th in the US. In addition, it swept the top spots on Apple Music’s ‘Top Album’ charts in China (1st), Japan (2nd), and Hong Kong (2nd). The title track ‘Over The Moon’ topped the iTunes ‘Top Song’ charts in 10 countries/regions, securing first place in Spain, Chile, and Vietnam.
Domestically, the album also marked a smooth start. Within an hour of its release, it entered the Melon ‘Top 100’, as well as the real-time charts on Bugs and Genie, successfully charting all six tracks.
On Bugs, it climbed to 3rd position by 9 PM on the 4th. On the Melon ‘Top 100’, it entered at 64th place and steadily improved its ranking, reaching 34th place as of midnight on the 5th. The music video for ‘Over The Moon’ achieved 10 million views on YouTube in 9 hours and 58 minutes, showing a rapid increase in views following the previous release ‘Deja Vu’ (8 hours 32 minutes).
TXT also performed their new song live on the ‘Open Mic’ program of the American music digital platform Genius, attracting attention with their smooth vocals and beautiful harmonies.
An official stated, “TXT fully brought out complex emotions such as refreshing, dreamy, and poignant vibes. The members’ sweet expressions and relaxed atmosphere combined to garner admiration.” ‘The Name Chapter: SANCTUARY’ addresses the theme of being together.
It unfolds various emotions of love experienced through magical moments encountered with you, exploring the changed world as a result. ‘Over The Moon’ sings about the anticipation of a future together with you, continuing the lineage of love songs such as ‘0X1=LOVESONG’ and ‘LO$ER=LO♡ER’, with standout vintage sound and unique R&B groove.
Tracks from TXT’s previous works have reappeared on domestic charts. ‘Deja Vu’, ‘Waiting For You At Tomorrow’, and ‘Run Away’ made it onto the Melon Top 100 at midnight on the 5th.
‘Run Away’, released in 2019, entered the Top 100 for the first time. Yeonjun’s ‘Gum’, released last September, also appeared on the real-time chart at the same time.
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