As the new year unfurls, the spotlight turns to the music maestros who’ve dominated the airwaves. Leading the chart revelations is none other than Jimin, whose solo debut in March 2023 catapulted him to global stardom. With awe-inspiring achievements across significant music charts, he’s claimed his throne as a record-setting Korean solo artist, making headlines worldwide. Jimin’s impressive stride tops several year-end performance analyses, with a notable mention of his prominence on Melon, South Korea’s premier music streaming platform.
On Melon, Jimin’s album emerged as the most streamed album by a K-pop solo artist in 2023, amassing an impressive 254.5 million streams, a significant feat considering it’s an EP. This places ‘FACE’ as the 5th most streamed album of the year and the song ‘Like Crazy’ as the 9th most streamed song in 2023 on Melon, underscoring the widespread acclaim and love it received from the Korean public.
As of January 4, ‘Like Crazy’ has soared past 102.3 million streams, while ‘FACE’ now boasts 255.9 million streams. These numbers aren’t just digits but a testament to Jimin’s resonating artistry and the heartfelt connection he shares with his fans.
Notably, it is only towards the end of 2022 that YouTube Music, by a very small margin, took first place among the most used music streaming apps among Android users in the country, but Melon still remains the most used platform for other device users and still stays at par with YouTube music for Android users. Despite the changing tides in digital streaming platforms, Melon’s enduring status ensures that its data mirrors the national pulse on music trends. Jimin’s record-breaking feats on the platform, such as the massive debut of ‘Set Me Free Pt.2’ and the monumental success of ‘FACE’, have earned him the prestigious Melon Hall of Fame ‘Million Album’ Plaque, underscoring his unparalleled impact on the industry.
Congratulations are in order for Jimin! His trailblazing journey and continued success on various platforms affirm his status as a global music phenomenon. As he continues to soar, we can’t wait to see what heights he’ll reach next. Here’s to Jimin and the melodies that keep us dancing, dreaming, and always desiring more!
