- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:47 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Unveiling KPop Icons BTS' Chart-Topping Triumphs: The shocking omission of the much-loved Korean boyband, BTS, from the nominee list of the 66th Grammy Nominations has left their devoted fanbase, known as ARMYs, in utter disbelief. Despite the global popularity and success of their hit songs like 'Take Two,' Jungkook’s 'Standing Next To You,' '7 and 3D,' J-Hope’s 'On The Street,' Jimin’s 'Like Crazy,' and V’s 'Slow Dancing,' BTS did not receive any recognition in any category. This unforeseen absence has brought disappointment to the hearts of fans who were eagerly looking forward to seeing BTS rightfully acknowledged on the prestigious Grammy stage.
Regardless of BTS missing out on the Grammys spotlight, this South Korean band stands tall, not requiring an award to affirm its status as the best. Let's delve into the top 5 accomplishments by the group in the year 2023:
'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7' Makes History
Chart Data recently reported a remarkable achievement for BTS, stating that their album 'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7' has crossed the impressive milestone of one million pure album sales. This accomplishment marks a historic moment as it establishes 'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7' as the inaugural and sole K-Pop album to achieve sales exceeding one million physical copies in the United States. This news underscores the immense popularity and success of BTS, highlighting their widespread impact on the global music scene. For the unversed, Map of the Soul: 7 is the fourth Korean-language and seventh overall studio album by South Korean boy band BTS.
Take Two On Billboard's Hot 100 Chart
BTS's latest track, ‘Take Two’, made an impressive debut, securing the 48th position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week ending on June 24. This marks the 27th time that BTS has entered the Hot 100. Notably, BTS has maintained a consistent presence on the Hot 100 chart every year since 2017.
In addition to its Hot 100 success, "Take Two" achieved top rankings on various other Billboard charts, including Digital Song Sales, Global 200, and Global Excl. U.S. These accomplishments further highlight BTS's widespread popularity and success across multiple music platforms.
BTS Breaks Their Own Guinness Record
BTS has achieved a remarkable feat by breaking their own Guinness World Record. As officially confirmed by Guinness World Records, BTS has amassed an incredible 31.96 billion streams on Spotify as of March 3, 2023. This achievement solidifies their position as the most streamed male group on the platform. What's even more impressive is that they nearly doubled their own previous record of 16.3 billion streams, a record they had set back in April 2021. This accomplishment not only showcases BTS's enduring popularity but also highlights their continued dominance in the world of music streaming.
Dynamite Surpasses 1.7 Billion Streams On Spotify
The sensational track ‘Dynamite’ by BTS has now soared past an impressive milestone, accumulating over 1.7 billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable achievement sets a historic precedent as ‘Dynamite’ becomes the inaugural and sole song by a South Korean act to reach such a massive streaming milestone. This accomplishment not only underscores the global appeal of BTS but also solidifies the unparalleled success of ‘Dynamite’ in the world of music streaming, marking it as a groundbreaking achievement in the South Korean music scene.
Diamond Certification In France
Their collaborative masterpiece, "My Universe," has achieved a prestigious diamond certification in France, signifying an impressive accomplishment of surpassing 50 million streams. This recognition is particularly noteworthy as BTS secures the distinction of being the inaugural Asian act to attain a diamond certification in France. The remarkable success of "My Universe" not only highlights the widespread popularity of BTS and Coldplay but also cements their place in musical history, showcasing their ability to captivate audiences globally and earn significant acclaim in the vibrant French music landscape.