KARA's new song Go Go Summer could set a new record next month. They have only released 4 songs in an 11 month period, but already have the potential to surpass BoA's record.

Kara has officially 3.2 million downloads for the digital sales of their first three Japanese releases: Mr., Jumping and Jet Coaster Love. This is an amazing achievement considering they debuted just last August.

BoA who currently holds the highest downloads for a Korean singer, who through 11 years and 7 songs has achieved a record of 3.65 million downloads. Kara has almost reached that landmark with just 3 songs. Everyone is anticipating for the official records to be published for their 4th song Go Go Summer which was released on June 29.

This song, on Japan's biggest music website Rechoku for July's monthly chart, for ring tone full version, ring tone, video hits, free melody, reached 1st on all four categories. And also scored high on other categories as well. Once the official records for Go Go Summer's July's achievements are recognized, it is only time that a new record would be set.

As for other Korean artists that follow, SNSD has 1.65 million downloads with 4 songs. DBSK / TVXQ has 1.55 million with 5 songs.

An industry insider says, "Album sales, particularly digital downloads, reflects that artist's popularity to the general public." "This achievement not only represents KARA, but also the extreme popularity with the new generation of K-pop girl idol groups among the Japanese younger generation."

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Source: Nate

The message from Kara on Go Go Summer topping July digital downloads.



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