BTS’ Jimin’s FACE hits 1.8 billion streams on Spotify; becomes first Korean album by K-soloist to achieve milestone. Fans can’t keep calm as Jimin’s debut solo album becomes the first Korean album by a K-soloist to surpass 1.8 billion streams on Spotify.
Jimin of BTS adds another extraordinary milestone with his solo debut album, FACE. Surpassing a remarkable 1.8 billion streams on Spotify, the album underscores Jimin’s impact as a pioneering force in the music scene. Notably, FACE stands out as the inaugural and sole Korean album by a K-pop soloist to achieve such an impressive feat in the annals of the music streaming platform. Despite nearly a year having elapsed since its release, the album continues to thrive, maintaining its popularity and shattering records.
Jimin trends online after FACE surpasses 1.8 billion streams on Spotify
The news of Jimin‘s newest achievement quickly circulated across various social media platforms, igniting hashtags such as ‘HISTORY MAKER JIMIN’ and ‘RECORD MAKER’ to trend on X, showcasing the immense support from fans. According to data provided by the ChartMasters website, FACE stands as the only Korean language album to reach the significant milestone of 1.8 billion streams on Spotify and the second K-pop soloist to achieve this feat in history. The album’s current total streams are reported to be 1,800,986,470, with a daily stream count of 4,002,372 at the time of writing, a clear example of its enduring popularity among global listeners.
Jimin embarked on his journey as a solo artist with the album, FACE, on March 24, 2023. Featuring a collection of five tracks, including both Korean and English versions of Like Crazy, Interlude: Dive, Alone, Set Me Free Pt. 2, and a hidden track, Letter, the album delved into themes of loneliness, navigating through melancholy, and the quest for freedom.
Jimin’s “Alone” has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify! pic.twitter.com/bl4FZWoV1F
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