Rising girl group A2O MAY continues to make history as their debut single, “Under My Skin,” secures a place on the U.S. Mediabase Top 40 Radio Chart for a second consecutive week.
This achievement further cements A2O MAY’s position as the first Chinese idol girl group to enter and now sustain a presence in the U.S. Top 40, signalling a decisive breakthrough moment for the group on the international stage.
The Mediabase Top 40 chart, based on airplay data from over 180 major radio stations across the United States and Canada, is a key indicator of mainstream popularity.
Following their historic entry at No. 39 last week, A2O MAY’s continued presence underscores not just an initial splash but a growing resonance with North American audiences, a rare and significant accomplishment for a newly debuted girl group.
While “Under My Skin” continues to climb internationally, A2O MAY has kept its momentum strong by releasing its fierce follow-up single, “BOSS. “Within three days of its release, it amassed over 6.3 million views, showcasing their escalating global fanbase and versatility as artists.
Alongside their success abroad, “BOSS” ignited strong domestic momentum, placing No. 1 on one of China’s top streaming platforms, QQ Music.
Guided by renowned producer Soo Man LEE, A2O MAY blends multicultural backgrounds and bilingual fluency in Chinese and English, positioning themselves as a pioneering voice of a new era in global pop culture.
As representatives of the newly launched Zalpha Pop genre, a fusion of Gen Z/Alpha storytelling, CHENYU, SHIJIE, QUCHANG, MICHE, and KAT bring an authentic and boundary-breaking energy to every stage they step onto.
A2O MAY’s next milestone will be their first U.S. live performance at the KIIS FM Wango Tango Festival on May 10. They will perform alongside top global artists, including Doja Cat, David Guetta, Meghan Trainor, and Gwen Stefani.
As A2O MAY’s success story continues to unfold, they are not just breaking new ground as a rising global act but shaping the landscape of the international music industry.
ABOUT A2O MAY
A2O MAY (AY-TWO-OH-MAY) is the first official girl group launched under A2O Entertainment, making its debut on December 20, 2024. The group is composed of five talented members — CHENYU (17), SHIJIE (17), QUCHANG (17), MICHE (20), and KAT (20) — who were selected from A2O Rookies’ HTG division. Hailing from Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hawaii, A2O MAY is a multicultural, bilingual group fluent in Chinese and English, representing a new generation of global idols.
Each member brings a unique artistic identity shaped by passions such as fashion styling, piano, visual art, songwriting, and performance. A2O MAY is the first group to embody Zalpha Pop, a genre and cultural movement created by renowned producer Soo Man LEE, aimed at blending the emotional authenticity and storytelling of Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
Their debut single, “Under My Skin,” captures this vision with a rhythmic, synth-driven sound and introspective tone, offering a powerful glimpse into the future of youth-driven global music.
As pioneers of A2O’s artist ecosystem, A2O MAY continues to connect with fans worldwide through digital-first content, dynamic visuals, and an open, evolving narrative of growth, self-expression, and creativity.
More than a name, A2O MAY signals the beginning of a cultural shift. Inspired by the season of full bloom and sharing its sound with the Chinese character 美 (Mei), meaning “beauty,” the name reflects outer elegance and inner strength — the quiet power behind every transformation.
More than artists, they are bridges—connecting culture to culture, generation to generation, heart to heart. Step into the world of A2O MAY. The future begins in May’s full bloom.
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