BTS' 10-Year Journey: From The White House To The United Nations - 7 Monumental Milestones Achieved By K-Pop Icons

BTS' 10-Year Legacy: BTS maintains its unparalleled influence as a worldwide sensation every year. Their impact goes beyond music and fashion; it encompasses a powerful message of self-love that resonates with their audience. Within the expansive realm created by BTS, their immense fan base is solidified through record-breaking songs, further enhancing their legacy in the global pop scene. As the group commemorates their 10th anniversary and another triumphant year in pop music, let's take a glimpse at some of the remarkable milestones they have attained throughout their journey.

UN Address:

In 2018, BTS made history as the inaugural K-group to deliver a speech at the United Nations. Fast forward three years to 2021, they once again left their mark by gracing the stage with a captivating performance at the UN headquarters in New York.

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Meeting Joe Biden:

Last year, President Joe Biden extended an invitation to the band to visit the White House and engage in a conversation about the increasing incidents of anti-Asian crimes within the country.

Grammy Nominations:

BTS holds the distinction of being the first South Korean band to secure a nomination for the Grammy Awards, and they are also the first South Korean pop act to grace the stage at this esteemed event. To date, they have garnered a total of three Grammy nominations.

Releasing English Track Dynamite:

The septet's first full-length English track, 'Dynamite,' a lively disco-pop tune infused with funk elements, earned BTS their inaugural Grammy nomination. The song swiftly soared to the top position on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassing Taylor Swift's record sales for ‘Look What You Made Me Do’ in its first week. Moreover, it shattered Spotify's first-day streaming records, making it the most significant opening day for a song in 2020.

Featuring On TIME Magazine:

In 2018, BTS made history once again by becoming the first Korean boyband to be featured on the cover of TIME magazine.

Guinness World Records:

With an impressive collection of 25 Guinness World Records under their belt, BTS has surpassed several renowned artists, including the feat of surpassing One Direction as the most-followed boy band on Twitter.

Times Square Performance:

BTS achieved another groundbreaking moment as the first Korean band to grace the stage of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest. The septet captivated the audience during the iconic New Year's Eve celebrations held at Times Square with their high-energy performance of ‘Boy With Luv.’