BTS’s Jimin Sets New Record as 'Who' Becomes the Longest-Charting K-Pop Solo Song on the Billboard Hot 100, Surpassing PSY’s 'Gangnam Style'

BTS’s Jimin has made history once again! His solo song Who has set a new benchmark on the Billboard Hot 100, proving its unstoppable global appeal.

On March 11 (local time), Billboard announced that Who had secured a spot on the Hot 100 for an impressive 32 consecutive weeks, landing at No. 41 for the week ending March 15. This milestone officially makes Who the longest-charting song by a K-pop soloist in Hot 100 history, surpassing PSY’s 2012 hit Gangnam Style, which held the record for 31 weeks.

But that’s not all—Who is now tied with BTS’s Dynamite as the longest-charting K-pop song ever on the Hot 100. This achievement solidifies Jimin’s position as a powerhouse in both K-pop and the international music scene.

Meanwhile, Jimin’s solo album MUSE continues its remarkable streak on the Billboard 200, ranking No. 154 in its 33rd consecutive week. This extends its record as the longest-charting K-pop solo album to date.

Jimin 'Who' Official MV

Adding to his list of triumphs, MUSE also held the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s World Albums chart for the seventh non-consecutive week. At the same time, Who maintained strong positions on multiple Billboard charts: No. 23 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart, No. 24 on the Global 200, and No. 26 on the Streaming Songs chart in its 33rd week.

Jimin’s success continues to break barriers and set new records, further cementing his legacy as a global music icon. Fans worldwide eagerly await what he has in store next!

All About Jimin
Park Ji-min, known mononymously as Jimin, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer who first rose to fame as a member of BTS in 2013. Under Big Hit Entertainment, Jimin has become a prominent figure in the music industry, both as a group member and a solo artist.

Jimin’s solo career began with the release of "Promise" in December 2018, which broke records on SoundCloud, becoming the platform’s most streamed song. His subsequent solo releases include "Christmas Love" in 2020 and the duet "With You" with Ha Sung-woon in 2022, further showcasing his musical versatility.

In January 2023, Jimin featured on Taeyang’s single "Vibe," marking his debut on the Billboard Hot 100 as a solo artist. His first solo album, Face, released in March 2023, made a historic impact, debuting at number one in South Korea and Japan and reaching number two in the US. The album’s single, "Like Crazy," made Jimin the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100.

Following his military enlistment, Jimin's second solo album, MUSE, was released on July 19, 2024. The album, supported by singles like "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band," "Who," and "Be Mine (English version)," continues to build on his success. Notably, "Who" became Jimin’s first track to top both of Billboard’s global charts.

In addition to his music career, Jimin and Jungkook are set to star in Are You Sure?!, an eight-episode travel reality series premiering on Disney+ on August 8, 2024. The series will air weekly through September 19, offering fans a new glimpse into their lives.

Jimin’s ongoing success highlights his remarkable journey as an artist, both as a BTS member and a solo performer.


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