BTS Jimin 'Who' Surpasses 400 Million Streams on Spotify in the U.S., Continues Charting for 54 Weeks

Group BTS member Jimin has set another significant milestone on the world's largest music streaming platform, Spotify. His achievements during his solo activities are gaining more attention as he prepares for the full group comeback after military service.

According to Spotify's statistics, Jimin has achieved a remarkable record by surpassing 400 million streams in the U.S. with the title track 'Who' from his second solo album 'MUSE'.

Holds Record for Longest Charting as a K-Pop Solo Artist

'Who' is a song released by Jimin in July of last year, and it has remained on the U.S. Billboard main song chart 'Hot 100' for a total of 33 weeks, setting the record for the longest charting by a K-Pop solo artist. This is an unprecedented achievement for a K-Pop solo artist, clearly demonstrating Jimin's global musical influence.

Currently, it is still charting on the 'Global 200' and 'Global (excluding U.S.)' charts, proving that its popularity has not waned. The fact that it has maintained its ranking for 54 weeks on both charts confirms 'Who''s ongoing global appeal.

Nominated for Various Global Awards, International Recognition

The success of 'Who' goes beyond mere chart performance and is recognized at various international award ceremonies. The song has been honored as 'K-POP SONG OF THE YEAR' at the '2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards'.

Additionally, it was selected as a nominee for 'Best K-Pop' at the '2025 MTV Video Music Awards', which was announced on August 5. The '2025 MTV VMA' is scheduled to be held on September 7 at the UBS Arena in New York, drawing attention to Jimin's potential for another award.

Completed Military Service, Returned to Fans

Meanwhile, Jimin completed his military service on June 11 at the Army's 5th Infantry Division in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province. He enlisted in the Army on December 12, 2023, and returned to his fans after faithfully serving for 1 year and 6 months in the 5th Infantry Division.

Even during his military service, Jimin's music continued to be loved by fans around the world. In particular, the sustained chart performance of 'Who' proves that an artist can receive global support for their music even when they are not actively promoting.

A New Beginning Towards BTS's Full Group Comeback

After his discharge, Jimin has begun preparations for a full group comeback with the other BTS members in the spring of next year. He is currently in the U.S. focusing on new music production, and global anticipation for BTS's new album is rising.

The achievements shown in Jimin's solo activities are expected to positively influence the full group comeback of BTS. It is noteworthy how the experiences and accomplishments each member has gained in their individual activities will create synergy in group activities.

Contributing to the Global Influence of K-Pop

Jimin's success with 'Who' is not just a personal achievement but also plays a significant role in the global influence of K-Pop. The 33-week presence on the Billboard Hot 100 chart is an important indicator that K-Pop has established itself as a sustainable music genre rather than a temporary trend.

In particular, the fact that music continued to be loved during a personal hiatus due to military service is seen as a case that demonstrates both the musical completeness of K-Pop artists and the loyalty of their global fandom.

The Significance of 400 Million Streams on Spotify

Achieving 400 million streams on Spotify means that countless listeners around the world are continuously seeking out this song. This can be interpreted as evidence that the music is genuinely recognized for its artistic value, beyond mere curiosity or one-time interest.

In particular, achieving such results in the U.S., the world's largest music market, is an important indicator of Jimin's and K-Pop's musical status. The fact that it has captivated global listeners through the power of music itself, transcending language barriers, adds even more significance.

Sustained Global Chart Performance

Maintaining a ranking on the global charts for 54 weeks proves that 'Who' is not just a one-time hit but a long-lasting hit song. This is possible because it possesses both quality and popularity, showcasing Jimin's capabilities as a solo artist.

The continued success on the Global 200 and Global (excluding U.S.) charts suggests that Jimin's music is not limited to a specific region but is loved globally. This is evaluated as a case that demonstrates what true globalization of K-Pop is.

Heightened Anticipation for the New BTS Album

News that BTS members, including Jimin, are focusing on new music production in the U.S. is further heightening global fans' expectations. It raises curiosity about how the various experiences and musical growth each member has gained through individual activities will be reflected in the new BTS album.

In particular, the global appeal and musical completeness shown by Jimin's 'Who' are becoming factors that further raise expectations for BTS's new music. The full group comeback scheduled for next spring is drawing global attention to what new records it will create.

Achievements That Will Go Down in K-Pop History

The series of achievements that Jimin's 'Who' has garnered is expected to be recorded as an important milestone in K-Pop history. The record for the longest charting on the Billboard Hot 100 by a K-Pop solo artist, surpassing 400 million streams on Spotify, and being nominated for various international awards all contribute to enhancing K-Pop's global status.

These achievements are expected to inspire junior artists and positively impact the overall development of the K-Pop industry. It is creating a virtuous cycle where the success of individual artists leads to the growth of the entire genre.

Jimin's 'Who' surpassing 400 million streams holds significance beyond just a number. It is evidence that K-Pop has secured a firm place in the global music market and that the musical capabilities of individual artists are recognized across borders. This is also why Jimin's activities, preparing for the full group comeback of BTS after his discharge, are receiving more attention.