BTS member Jimin has made an impressive achievement by staying on the U.S. Billboard charts for five consecutive weeks, signaling a long-term hit.
This accomplishment is considered remarkable for a K-pop solo artist, once again proving Jimin's global popularity and musical influence.
According to the latest Billboard chart (dated August 31), released on the 27th (local time), Jimin’s second solo album 'MUSE' ranked No. 69 on the main album chart, 'Billboard 200.'
Simultaneously, the album's title track 'Who' secured No. 32 on the main singles chart, 'Hot 100.' The fact that both charts have seen continuous entry for five weeks adds significance to this achievement.
The 'MUSE' album ranks No. 2 on the 'World Albums' chart, No. 31 on the 'Top Current Albums,' and No. 44 on the 'Top Album Sales' charts, maintaining high positions across multiple rankings.
As for the title track 'Who,' it landed at No. 5 on the 'Global (Excl. U.S.)' chart and No. 9 on the 'Global 200' chart, placing within the top 10.
Additionally, it achieved No. 16 on the 'Digital Song Sales' and No. 30 on the 'Streaming Songs' charts, among other strong performances.
Notably, the album track 'Be Mine' entered the 'Global (Excl. U.S.)' chart at No. 181, showcasing the love from global listeners not just for the title track but for the album’s other songs as well.
Music critics have praised Jimin's achievements, stating, "It is highly unusual for a K-pop solo artist to remain on the main Billboard charts for five consecutive weeks," and,
"This shows that Jimin’s music continues to be loved by the American audience." They also highlighted the overall quality of the album, saying, "The album's high level of completeness has led even the non-title tracks to chart," acknowledging Jimin’s musical talent.
Fans have been celebrating Jimin's chart success on social media, expressing their excitement for his future activities. One fan shared, "I’m proud that Jimin’s music is being recognized worldwide, and I hope more people will listen to his music in the future."
Meanwhile, Jimin's solo success is raising expectations for the individual activities of other BTS members.
An industry insider commented,
"The solo activities of BTS members are well showcasing each member's unique musical style," adding that this will serve as a strong foundation for the group to present an even richer musical spectrum when they reunite.
Jimin's continued presence on the Billboard charts is another example of K-pop's expanding global influence.
It will be interesting to see what new records Jimin sets and how he continues to impact the K-pop industry. The industry is also paying close attention to how these achievements will contribute to strengthening the global competitiveness of the Korean music industry.