Aespa’s Karina has made waves with her solo track “Up,” reclaiming the top spot on the Melon Daily Chart just days after its release. “Up,” part of aespa's special digital single SYNK: PARALLEL LINE released on the 9th, topped the chart on October 12th, reaffirming her position as a powerful force in K-pop. This achievement comes just 40 days after aespa’s previous hit “Supernova” dominated the charts, showcasing the group's ongoing momentum and Karina's individual star power.
Karina’s solo debut with “Up” has been met with widespread acclaim. The song gained traction after her electrifying performance at aespa’s second solo concert in June, sparking a viral sensation with dance challenges and covers flooding short-form video platforms. Fans quickly propelled the song to the top of the Bugs real-time chart, and it climbed both Melon’s Top 100 and HOT100 charts soon after its release.
The success of SYNK: PARALLEL LINE extends beyond Karina's track. Fellow aespa members have also enjoyed chart success, with Giselle’s “Dopamine,” Ningning’s “Bored!,” and Winter’s “Spark” all finding their way onto various charts, solidifying aespa’s collective and individual popularity.
The single has received global recognition, topping the iTunes Top Albums chart in 16 regions and placing second on the Worldwide Albums chart, trailing only behind Coldplay. Karina’s track also garnered impressive results in China, dominating QQ Music’s Trend Peak and Rapidly Rising Charts, while in Japan, the song topped AWA’s Real-Time Rapidly Rising Chart.
“Up” stands out as a hip-hop dance anthem, featuring an infectious chorus and minimalist instrumental. Karina’s involvement in writing the lyrics has been particularly praised, with fans and critics alike appreciating the bold and confident message she conveys through the song.
With the release of “Up,” Karina has not only ignited excitement for aespa’s upcoming projects but also highlighted her potential as a solo artist. As the group prepares for their surprise comeback with their fifth mini-album, Whiplash, on the 21st, Karina’s success sets the stage for yet another explosive era for aespa.
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