BTS member Jimin has solidified hisposition as K-pop's 'Muse' by achieving high rankings on both major Billboardcharts with his second solo album 'Muse'. According to the latest charts (datedAugust 3) released by Billboard on the 30th, Jimin's solo 2nd album 'Muse'title track 'Who' ranked 14th on the main song chart 'Hot 100'. With this,Jimin has achieved his sixth solo entry on the 'Hot 100' chart.
The album'Muse' also accomplished a remarkable feat by ranking 2nd on the main albumchart 'Billboard 200'.
This success follows his debut solo album 'Face'released last year, marking his second solo album to enter both of Billboard'smain charts, further proving his exceptional talent as a solo artist.
Notably,after becoming the first K-pop solo artist to top the 'Hot 100' with 'LikeCrazy' from 'Face', Jimin has now charted all his solo songs including thepre-released 'Smeraldo Garden Marching Band' and the title track 'Who' on the'Hot 100'.
While 'Face' conveyedintrospective messages, 'Muse' presents a more lively and bright atmospherewith the theme of 'love'.
The title track 'Who' is a hip-hop R&B song,featuring Jimin's dreamy vocals and showcasing a sexier and bolder charm.
Thepre-released track 'Smeraldo Garden Marching Band' offers a unique appeal byblending big band sounds with hip-hop, enriched further by a collaboration withrapper Loco.
A music critic remarked, "Jimin's latest album has broadenedhis musical spectrum significantly.
Achieving such results even during hismilitary service reaffirms his global influence."
Currently serving in themilitary, Jimin is unable to engage in typical promotional activities, yet his musicalone exerts strong influence.
Fans are celebrating Jimin's achievements on social media. Onefan commented, "Jimin's musical growth is astonishing. Achieving suchsuccess even during military service is truly commendable."
Jimin's recentsuccess has once again demonstrated the global influence of K-pop solo artists.Anticipation is growing for the various musical endeavors and achievements hewill present in the future, with keen interest in the impact on the overallK-pop industry.