Jin of BTS has made a striking debut as a solo artist, securing the No. 4 spot on the Billboard 200 with his first solo album, Happy. According to Billboard’s preview of its latest charts, the album has entered the prestigious rankings dated November 30, marking an impressive start for Jin’s solo career.
Happy recorded 66,000 units in pure album sales, alongside 8,000 streaming-equivalent albums (SEA) and 3,000 track-equivalent albums (TEA). This remarkable achievement places Jin among the top tier of K-pop solo artists, further cementing BTS’s status as a group whose members consistently dominate global charts both collectively and individually.
BTS holds the distinction of being the only group where both the collective unit and all members as solo artists have ranked prominently on the Billboard 200. The group itself has reached the chart’s summit six times, most recently with the anthology album Proof, which debuted at No. 1 in June 2022 and remained on the chart for an astounding 41 consecutive weeks.
Jin’s achievement follows a series of successful solo ventures by his bandmates. RM’s Mono reached No. 26, Indigo peaked at No. 3, and Light Place, Long Person secured No. 5. Suga, under his alias Agust D, landed at No. 11 with D-2 and No. 2 with D-Day. V’s Layover also claimed the No. 2 spot. J-Hope achieved three entries, with Hope World debuting at No. 38, Jack in the Box peaking at No. 6, and Hope on the Street Volume 1 reaching No. 5. Jimin’s Face and Muse both charted at No. 2, with Muse remaining on the chart for over 16 weeks. Jungkook’s Golden similarly debuted at No. 2 and has maintained a presence on the chart for 24 weeks.
Happy is not only making waves on album charts but also showcasing Jin’s growing prominence as a solo artist. The album’s lead single, Running Wild, has climbed to No. 8 on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart, further highlighting its global appeal and Jin’s ability to connect with a diverse audience.
The success of Happy signals a bright future for Jin’s solo career while underscoring BTS’s unmatched impact on the global music industry. The group’s consistent presence across major international charts as a collective and through their individual efforts demonstrates their unparalleled versatility and artistry.
As Jin continues to break records and expand his musical horizons, Happy serves as a powerful statement of his individuality and talent. With this milestone, Jin not only reinforces BTS’s global dominance but also establishes himself as a formidable solo artist, setting the stage for further accomplishments.
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Jin of BTS has made a striking debut as a solo artist, securing the No. 4 spot on the Billboard 200 with his first solo album, Happy. According to Billboard’s preview of its latest charts, the album has entered the prestigious rankings dated November 30, marking an impressive start for Jin’s solo career.
Happy recorded 66,000 units in pure album sales, alongside 8,000 streaming-equivalent albums (SEA) and 3,000 track-equivalent albums (TEA). This remarkable achievement places Jin among the top tier of K-pop solo artists, further cementing BTS’s status as a group whose members consistently dominate global charts both collectively and individually.
BTS holds the distinction of being the only group where both the collective unit and all members as solo artists have ranked prominently on the Billboard 200. The group itself has reached the chart’s summit six times, most recently with the anthology album Proof, which debuted at No. 1 in June 2022 and remained on the chart for an astounding 41 consecutive weeks.
Jin’s achievement follows a series of successful solo ventures by his bandmates. RM’s Mono reached No. 26, Indigo peaked at No. 3, and Light Place, Long Person secured No. 5. Suga, under his alias Agust D, landed at No. 11 with D-2 and No. 2 with D-Day. V’s Layover also claimed the No. 2 spot. J-Hope achieved three entries, with Hope World debuting at No. 38, Jack in the Box peaking at No. 6, and Hope on the Street Volume 1 reaching No. 5. Jimin’s Face and Muse both charted at No. 2, with Muse remaining on the chart for over 16 weeks. Jungkook’s Golden similarly debuted at No. 2 and has maintained a presence on the chart for 24 weeks.
Happy is not only making waves on album charts but also showcasing Jin’s growing prominence as a solo artist. The album’s lead single, Running Wild, has climbed to No. 8 on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart, further highlighting its global appeal and Jin’s ability to connect with a diverse audience.
The success of Happy signals a bright future for Jin’s solo career while underscoring BTS’s unmatched impact on the global music industry. The group’s consistent presence across major international charts as a collective and through their individual efforts demonstrates their unparalleled versatility and artistry.
As Jin continues to break records and expand his musical horizons, Happy serves as a powerful statement of his individuality and talent. With this milestone, Jin not only reinforces BTS’s global dominance but also establishes himself as a formidable solo artist, setting the stage for further accomplishments.
