BTS's Jimin matches PSY's record, with his solo hit now standing as the longest-charting K‑pop track on the Billboard Hot 100

BTS’s Jimin is making history once again, proving that his influence on the global music scene is undeniable. His solo hit “Who” has now spent 31 weeks on Billboard’s Hot 100, tying PSY’s legendary “Gangnam Style” as the longest-charting song by a K-pop solo artist. Only BTS’s “Dynamite” has enjoyed a longer run on the chart among all K-pop acts.

But the achievements don’t stop there. Jimin’s solo album, “MUSE,” has set its own milestone by remaining on the Billboard 200 for 32 consecutive weeks, currently holding steady at No. 123. The album also continues its impressive reign atop the World Albums chart, marking its sixth non-consecutive week at number one.

Meanwhile, the momentum of “Who” is evident across multiple charts. The track has climbed to No. 22 on Billboard’s Streaming Songs chart and reached No. 24 on both the Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts. Additionally, Jimin himself has logged 39 weeks on Billboard’s Artist 100, reinforcing his status as the K-pop soloist with the most weeks on the chart.

These record-breaking feats not only underscore Jimin’s exceptional talent but also highlight the unstoppable global wave of K-pop. As he continues to push boundaries, Jimin is solidifying his legacy as one of the genre’s most influential and celebrated artists.

All About Jimin
Park Ji-min, known mononymously as Jimin, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer who first rose to fame as a member of BTS in 2013. Under Big Hit Entertainment, Jimin has become a prominent figure in the music industry, both as a group member and a solo artist.

Jimin’s solo career began with the release of "Promise" in December 2018, which broke records on SoundCloud, becoming the platform’s most streamed song. His subsequent solo releases include "Christmas Love" in 2020 and the duet "With You" with Ha Sung-woon in 2022, further showcasing his musical versatility.

In January 2023, Jimin featured on Taeyang’s single "Vibe," marking his debut on the Billboard Hot 100 as a solo artist. His first solo album, Face, released in March 2023, made a historic impact, debuting at number one in South Korea and Japan and reaching number two in the US. The album’s single, "Like Crazy," made Jimin the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100.

Following his military enlistment, Jimin's second solo album, MUSE, was released on July 19, 2024. The album, supported by singles like "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band," "Who," and "Be Mine (English version)," continues to build on his success. Notably, "Who" became Jimin’s first track to top both of Billboard’s global charts.

In addition to his music career, Jimin and Jungkook are set to star in Are You Sure?!, an eight-episode travel reality series premiering on Disney+ on August 8, 2024. The series will air weekly through September 19, offering fans a new glimpse into their lives.

Jimin’s ongoing success highlights his remarkable journey as an artist, both as a BTS member and a solo performer.


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