In Japan, 'Let Go' surpassed 100 million streams, earning BTS their 17th platinum certification.
The North American tour has sold out entirely, with expectations for it to be the largest tour by a Korean artist.
[TV Daily] The group BTS continues to solidify their influence in the music market with remarkable achievements. According to the French Record Association on the 27th, BTS's fifth studio album 'Arirang' has received platinum certification in the album category. This certification is awarded to albums that exceed 100,000 in physical sales, downloads, and streaming figures combined. As a result, BTS now holds its fourth platinum album following 'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7', 'Proof', and 'LOVE YOURSELF: ANSWER'. Notably, this achievement was reached just six days after its release with a gold certification and platinum status about a month later, showcasing their expanded influence in the local market at a faster pace compared to previous albums. The record-breaking streak continues in Japan as well. According to the Japan Record Association, 'Let Go' from their Japanese third studio album 'FACE YOURSELF', released in 2018, has surpassed one hundred million streams, earning a platinum certification. This marks BTS's 17th platinum certification, reaffirming their record as the K-pop artist with the most platinum certifications. Additionally, 'Arirang' has achieved triple platinum certification in Japan, surpassing 750,000 in cumulative shipments and reaching this milestone just 11 days post-release, illustrating significant interest in the album. The North American tour is also underway as planned. On the 25th, BTS held its first performance of the 'BTS WORLD TOUR ARIRANG' at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, engaging with local fans. This tour will feature a total of 31 concerts in 12 cities, including Mexico City, Las Vegas, and Chicago, with all shows sold out. Future performances are also scheduled in Japan and the Middle East, indicating a further expansion of the tour scale. With 85 performances planned across 34 cities, this world tour is poised to become the largest scale for a single tour by a Korean artist.
This achievement further proves BTS's global influence. The swift rate at which 'Arirang' has received its certifications illustrates the solid foundation of their fandom. Amidst increasing competition within the K-pop market, BTS's success stands out not only as a musical accomplishment but also as a cultural phenomenon worthy of attention.
BTS has been leading positive change through their music and messages, deeply resonating with global fans. The stories woven into their songs create empathy and connection across various generations and cultures. Through this journey of communication, BTS has evolved from a mere band into a significant global icon.
Lastly, the complete sell-out of their North American tour signifies not only the remarkable growth of BTS but also their close-knit relationship with fans. Their music transcends mere consumption, deeply impacting the lives of listeners, which suggests that BTS's influence is likely to grow even further.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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