Co-ed K-pop group KARD has officially reached a historic milestone on YouTube, crossing a major analytical threshold for the very first time in their career.
On July 8, 2026, at approximately 2:00 PM KST, the music video for their mega-hit 2017 track “Don’t Recall” officially surpassed 100 million views.
This remarkable achievement cements the song’s legacy as a defining release for the group, making it their first music video ever to hit the coveted 100-million mark.
Tracking the Long Road to a Nine-Year Milestone
The journey to this 100 million view milestone is a testament to the enduring popularity of KARD’s early discography and the steady, dedicated streaming efforts of their global fanbase.
KARD originally dropped the slick, synth-driven music video for “Don’t Recall” on February 16, 2017, at midnight KST.
Acting as their highly anticipated second pre-debut single, the track built immense international momentum for the group before they even made their official, formal debut in the K-pop industry.
Calculating from its initial launch date to the exact moment it crossed the threshold, the music video took approximately nine years, four months, and 22 days to accumulate its 100 million views.
While it marks a long-term climb on the charts, the steady accumulation of traffic showcases the timeless appeal of the song’s signature dancehall and electronic pop fusion.
It proves that the track continues to capture new listeners and retain its replay value years down the line.
A Bitter-Sweet Victory Amid Disbandment News
This monumental milestone brings a surge of celebration for fans, but it also carries a poignant, bitter-sweet undercurrent.
The record-breaking view count arrives just as the group faces a major turning point in their career.
Only days prior to the achievement, headlines confirmed that KARD has officially announced plans for their upcoming disbandment, making this first-ever 100-million-view plaque an emotional parting gift for both the members and their community.
Despite the impending conclusion of their journey as a unit, hitting the 100 million mark firmly solidifies KARD’s unique footprint in K-pop history.
As one of the few incredibly successful co-ed groups to find major traction in the modern era, their distinct sound and choreography- exemplified perfectly by the sleek, all-white aesthetic and sharp movements showcased in the “Don’t Recall” music video- will remain a highly regarded standard.
This milestone stands as a crowning achievement to wrap up a groundbreaking chapter.
