This track is noted for achieving this milestone in the shortest time among K-Pop boy group songs.
CORTIS is likely to win awards at upcoming ceremonies based on the success of 'GO!'.
[TV Daily Reporter Hwang Seo-yeon] CORTIS, comprising Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, and Geonho, has released its first track to achieve 'over 100 million streams.' The debut album's intro track 'GO!' surpassed 100 million streams as of January 2 on Spotify, achieving this milestone in approximately four months. This is the fastest record for a K-Pop boy group song released last year.
'GO!' is particularly notable as all members participated in the songwriting, choreography, and music video production, adding to the significance of this achievement. The song has been recognized as a global hit, with its popularity evident during year-end broadcasts and award ceremonies, where unprecedented mass sing-alongs took place at venues like Gocheok Sky Dome, attracting thousands.
Beyond Spotify, 'GO!' has also excelled on various charts. It ranked on the Billboard 'Global 200' chart for two consecutive weeks and is based on streaming and digital sales data from over 200 countries, including the US. Additionally, it dominated Melon's daily, weekly, and monthly charts, marking an exceptional feat for a rookie boy group.
'GO!' stands out with its well-structured composition and melody, showcasing the diverse colors of K-Pop music. The participation of all CORTIS members in the creative process allowed them to express their originality, resulting in stronger affection from fans towards the music they created. This reflects how an artist's involvement in songwriting and composition can positively influence consumer perceptions in the modern music market.
The close bond with their fanbase highlighted by the success of 'GO!' is one reason for keen anticipation regarding CORTIS's future. The rapid love from the public towards a rookie group like this can establish a solid footing in the pop culture market. This serves as a clear example of the strong influence fans have within the K-Pop industry.
Moreover, the success of 'GO!' on the Billboard charts contributes to raising CORTIS's global recognition, signaling their potential transition from a rookie group to global artists. Given the significance of visuals and choreography alongside music in the K-Pop genre, expectations for their future activities are high.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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