Jimin's 'Who' ranked 73rd on the 'Japan Hot 100', making him the only Korean male artist to enter.
Jin's 'Echo' also performed well, demonstrating BTS's popularity and influence.
[TV Daily Reporter Choi Hana] BTS has showcased their strong presence on major international charts once again. According to the Billboard Japan year-end chart released on the 5th, Jimin's title track 'Who' from his second solo album 'MUSE' reached 73rd on the 'Japan Hot 100', making him the only Korean male artist to enter that chart this year. The song also ranked 48th on the 'Streaming Songs,' with the album 'MUSE' landing at 76th on the 'Streaming Albums' and 87th on the 'Hot Albums.'
Jin entered the 'Artist 100' at 58th, achieving impressive results with his second solo album 'Echo,' which ranked 24th on the 'Download Albums' and 41st on the 'Top Album Sales.' The title song 'Don't Say You Love Me' made it to 69th on 'Streaming Songs.'
Moreover, BTS made significant strides in the '2025 Wrapped' year-end report from Spotify Japan, placing 4th in 'Top Group of the Year' and 18th in 'Top Artist of the Year'. They were listed as the most streamed overseas male artist. In the global Spotify year-end summary, they retained the top position for K-Pop artists in terms of streaming, reinforcing their global stature.
The recent chart achievements of BTS further solidify K-Pop's status in the global market. Jimin's 'Who' captured listeners with its musical accessibility and emotional depth, establishing him as a prominent solo male artist from Korea. This success, marked by enhanced communication with the audience, reinforces the potential of K-Pop on the international stage.
Jin has also showcased his unique style with 'Echo', and the overall success of his solo album positively impacts the group as a whole. Songs like 'Don't Say You Love Me' resonate well on various streaming platforms, emphasizing the musical diversity that BTS offers. This achievement signifies that each member holds substantial influence as independent artists beyond just being part of the group.
Spotify's statistics reflect the successful solo endeavors of BTS, showcasing the extensive reach of their fandom. Their accomplishments on Japan's Spotify are particularly significant, illustrating how solidly BTS is positioned in the Asian market. With more global activities and album releases planned for next year, anticipation among fans continues to grow.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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