A2O MAY Makes History with Groundbreaking U.S. Debut and Global Chart Success

Los Angeles, CA – May 12, 2025 – Rising Chinese girl group A2O MAY is making waves worldwide, marking a series of historic firsts during a milestone weekend packed with high-profile appearances and chart-breaking success.

On May 10, the rookie quintet made their live U.S. stage debut at iHeartRadio’s Wango Tango, becoming the first Chinese idol girl group to perform at the popular American music festival. A2O MAY electrified the crowd with a stunning showcase of their hit singles, earning critical acclaim for their dynamic stage presence, razor-sharp choreography, and strong live vocals. Sharing the stage with global icons like Gwen Stefani, Doja Cat, Meghan Trainor, and more, the group proved they could hold their own among music’s elite.

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Following their Wango Tango debut, A2O MAY was invited to attend the prestigious Gold House Gala, an annual celebration recognizing 100 Asian Pacific leaders shaping culture and society. Held on May 11, this year’s honorees included Jon M. Chu, Megan Thee Stallion, H.E.R., Daniel Dae Kim, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. The event brought together a powerful mix of artists, athletes, executives, and influencers, including K-pop luminaries like Soo-Man Lee, Girls’ Generation members Hyoyeon, Tiffany, Sunny, and SUPER JUNIOR’s Siwon.

At the same time, A2O MAY achieved a major industry milestone as their pre-debut single, “Under My Skin,” remained on the U.S. Mediabase Top 40 Radio Chart for two consecutive weeks. After debuting at No. 39, the track’s sustained presence marks the group as the first Chinese idol girl group to break into and maintain a spot on the U.S. Top 40—an extraordinary feat that signals growing resonance with North American listeners. The Mediabase chart, which tracks airplay from over 180 major radio stations across the U.S. and Canada, is a key indicator of mainstream success.

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Building on this momentum, A2O MAY officially launched their debut single “BOSS” to explosive results. The song has already garnered over 60 million views across YouTube and Weibo, showcasing the group’s expanding global fanbase and versatile artistry. Their U.S. television broadcast debut on KTLA Morning News in Los Angeles introduced “Under My Skin” to millions of American viewers, further cementing their rising popularity. Domestically, “BOSS” soared to No. 1 on QQ Music, one of China’s top streaming platforms.

Formed under A2O Entertainment and led by renowned producer Soo-Man Lee, A2O MAY is redefining what it means to be a global pop group. The members—CHENYU (16), SHIJIE (17), QUCHANG (17), MICHE (19), and KAT (19)—hail from Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Hawaii, and are fluent in both Chinese and English. Together, they introduce a new sound called Zalpha Pop—a futuristic genre blending emotional storytelling with bold, digital-age production, tailored for Gen Z and Gen Alpha listeners.

With millions of streams, major festival appearances, and Top 40 airplay, A2O MAY isn’t just breaking barriers—they’re redefining them. As they continue to blaze trails for Chinese artists on the global stage, A2O MAY is proving they’re more than a girl group—they’re a cultural movement.