- By Swati Singh
- Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:19 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kpop Artists Rule Billboard World Albums Chart: Billboard's latest World Albums chart for the week ending October 19 has been unveiled, showcasing the enduring success of Kpop acts. Stray Kids' mini album ATE reclaimed the top spot for the seventh non-consecutive week, while also re-entering the Billboard 200 at No. 102 in its 12th consecutive week.
BTS' Jimin's MUSE slipped to No. 2 after previously topping the chart, marking its 12th consecutive week and becoming Jimin's first solo album to achieve this feat on the Billboard 200.
Jimin, a member of the renowned K-pop group BTS, unveiled his sophomore studio album, MUSE, on July 19, 2024, via Big Hit Music. This 7-track album boasts an impressive lineup, featuring the pre-release single Smeraldo Garden Marching Band with Loco, the lead single Who, and Closer Than This. Upon its release, MUSE achieved notable chart success, securing the No. 2 spot in South Korea and No. 3 in Japan.
ENHYPEN's ROMANCE : UNTOLD rose to No. 3 in its 13th consecutive week, setting a new record as the group's first album to spend 11 weeks on the Billboard 200. LE SSERAFIM's CRAZY maintained its strong presence at No. 4 in its sixth consecutive week, while P1 Harmony's SAD SONG held steady at No. 5 in its third week.
NewJeans' 2023 mini album Get Up rebounded to No. 6 in its impressive 62nd week, and BTS's 2022 anthology album Proof climbed to No. 8 in its remarkable 122nd week.
Rounding out the top 15, BOYNEXTDOOR's 19.99 secured No. 10 in its fourth consecutive week, SEVENTEEN's 17 IS RIGHT HERE jumped to No. 14 in its 24th week, and aespa's Armageddon wrapped up the top 15 in its 20th week. These rankings underscore the lasting impact and dedication of Kpop fans, with multiple albums demonstrating remarkable longevity on the charts.
