BTS Member Jimin Shatters Record with 1.2 Billion Spotify Streams in Record Time

BTS Jimin's 'Who' Breaks Records with Unstoppable Streaming Power.

BTS’s Jimin has made history again! His solo track ‘Who’, the title song from his second solo album MUSE, has surpassed 1.2 billion streams on Spotify as of December 16. Achieving this milestone in just 151 days, Jimin now holds the record for the fastest K-pop artist to hit this mark.

Not only does this set a new benchmark for K-pop, but it also breaks the record held by Harry Styles’ As It Was, which reached 1.2 billion streams in 155 days. Jimin shaved four days off the previous record, cementing his status as a global music powerhouse.

Adding to his achievements, Jimin became the first Korean solo artist in a decade to cross 1 billion on-demand streams in the U.S. as a lead artist. This impressive feat, last accomplished by PSY in 2012, highlights Jimin’s growing dominance in the American music scene.

Released during Jimin’s military service, Who also earned the title of Spotify’s Global Top K-pop Song of the Year, making it the most-streamed K-pop song of 2024. His influence extends beyond fanbases, proving his artistry resonates with global audiences.

Jimin’s record-breaking journey with Who is not just a milestone for him but also a testament to K-pop’s expanding global reach. With achievements like these, Jimin continues to set new standards for the industry and solidify his legacy as a solo artist.

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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