In a remarkable turn of events, Canadian singer-songwriter Daniel Caesar’s track “Vince Van Gogh” has skyrocketed to the number one spot on Billboard’s Hot Trending Songs chart, all thanks to a recent Instagram post by BTS member V. The social media power of the Taehyung proved once again to be a force to be reckoned as it catapulted the song to the top of the charts.
Billboard’s Hot Trending Songs chart, powered by Twitter, monitors real-time music trends and conversations across the platform. The weekly chart captures the most popular songs over a specified period, and the May 20-dated chart reflects the week of May 5-11. “Vince Van Gogh” made its grand entrance at the pinnacle of the chart after V showcased the tune on his Instagram Story, which was posted on May 8.
This incredible achievement marks the first time “Vince Van Gogh” has appeared on any Billboard chart since its release. The track is part of Daniel Caesar’s album, “Never Enough,” which hit the shelves on April 7 and made an impressive debut at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart dated April 22. The sudden surge in popularity following V’s endorsement demonstrates the immense influence of Taehyung on shaping music trends.
Following closely behind “Vince Van Gogh” on the Hot Trending Songs chart is (G)I-DLE’s new release, “Allergy,” which debuts at an impressive second position. The girl group’s song was unveiled on May 9 as a precursor to their forthcoming EP, “I feel,” which dropped on May 15, delighting fans worldwide.
Notably, K-pop sensation Stray Kids also makes their mark on the chart with two entries from their highly anticipated album, “5-Star,” set to release on June 2. The teaser video for the ninth track, “FNF,” released on May 11, propels it to the third spot on the chart. Additionally, their song “Collision” enters at number five, sandwiching a brand-new release from Thirty Seconds to Mars, titled “Stuck,” which secures the fourth position.
The impact of Taehyung from BTS on the music industry is undeniable, as his immense popularity continues to open doors for both established and emerging artists. The Billboard charts once again bear witness to the power of his influence and the ability of his fanbase to shape music trends worldwide. With V’s endorsement, “Vince Van Gogh” shines at the top, solidifying Daniel Caesar’s status as an artist to watch in the global music landscape.