BTS’ Jimin has made history once again, solidifying his status as a global superstar. The talented South Korean artist has become the first artist in the world to reach number one on iTunes in every available country with not one but two different songs. His latest achievement came with his track “Like Crazy,” which recently attained its 119th number-one spot on the iTunes charts, with Belgium joining the ever-growing list.
This remarkable feat follows the success of his previous hit, “WithYou,” a collaboration with Ha Sung-woon for the soundtrack of the 2022 South Korean television series “Our Blues.” Released as a digital single on April 24, 2022, “WithYou” immediately made an impact on the charts. It debuted at number 15 in South Korea on the Gaon Digital Chart and became the second most-downloaded song of its release week. It continued to climb the charts, peaking at number 39 on the May Digital Chart.
Internationally, “WithYou” also left an indelible mark. In Japan, the song entered Oricon’s Daily Digital Singles Chart at number three and later achieved a peak position of number seven on the weekly chart. Globally, the song sold an impressive 39,400 downloads and accumulated 16.5 million streams. It made a significant impact in the United States, earning Jimin and Ha Sung-woon their first solo entries on the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. US charts.
Building on the success of “WithYou,” Jimin released his solo single “Like Crazy” as the second single from his debut solo studio album, “Face,” on March 24, 2023. The synth-pop track, produced by Pdogg and Ghstloop, showcases Jimin’s versatility as an artist. With both Korean and English versions, the song delves into themes of love, loss, and the challenges of fame.
“Like Crazy” skyrocketed to the top of various international charts, including a historic achievement on the Billboard Hot 100. It became the first single by a South Korean solo artist to debut at number one on this prestigious chart since its inception in 1958. Additionally, it made a significant impact on the UK Singles Chart, debuting at number eight, marking the highest debut for a South Korean solo artist.
The success of “Like Crazy” extended beyond the United States and the United Kingdom. The song reached the top 10 in Hungary, India, the Netherlands, Singapore, and South Korea. It also secured spots on Billboard’s Hits of the World charts in various countries, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Peru, the Philippines, and Taiwan.
Jimin‘s achievements as a solo artist continue to elevate him to new heights of success and recognition. With his undeniable talent, dedication, and a devoted global fanbase, he has proven time and time again that he is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.