NewJeans' Popular Track ‘Hype Boy’ Crosses 600 Million Streams on Spotify

NewJeans, the rising star of K-pop, has hit yet another major milestone with their debut single, “Hype Boy.” The song has now crossed 600 million streams on Spotify, becoming the group’s fourth track to reach this impressive number, as announced by their agency, Ador.

Originally released in August 2022 as part of NewJeans’ first EP, New Jeans, “Hype Boy” quickly became a favorite with fans worldwide. Known for its unique blend of moombahton and electropop, the track introduced NewJeans' refreshing, sophisticated sound that’s become their signature style.

“Hype Boy” continues to resonate with listeners, adding to the group's growing influence on the global music scene. It joins the ranks of other NewJeans hits like “OMG,” which leads with 700 million streams, and “Ditto” and “Super Shy,” which both stand alongside “Hype Boy” at over 600 million streams each. This impressive streaming count reflects NewJeans’ broad appeal and their knack for releasing hits that stick.

In just over a year, the K-pop quintet has secured 13 songs with more than 100 million streams each on Spotify. This accomplishment is not only remarkable for a newly debuted group but also demonstrates the global appeal of NewJeans’ music, which blends catchy rhythms with captivating choreography and a distinctive aesthetic.

With their expanding catalog of hits and increasing recognition, NewJeans is rapidly making a name as one of K-pop’s most exciting new acts.

NewJeans is a South Korean girl group formed by ADOR, comprising five members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein. They are recognized for their girl-next-door image and their blend of 1990s and 2000s pop and R&B, infused with various dance and club styles.

The group made their debut on July 22, 2022, with the single "Attention," which quickly soared to the top of South Korea's Circle Digital Chart. Shortly after, they followed up with two more singles: " Hype Boy " and "Cookie." "Hype Boy" made history as the longest-running song by a K-pop female act on the Billboard Global 200 chart. These singles were featured on their self-titled debut EP, released in August 2022.

In January 2023, NewJeans released their first single album, "OMG," which enjoyed commercial success. The album featured two singles, "Ditto" and "OMG." "Ditto" gained immense popularity, becoming the group's first number-one hit on both the Circle Digital Chart and the Billboard Hot 100, as well as securing a spot on the UK Singles Chart.


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