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BTS's Jungkook's 'Seven' Breaks Records with 3 Billion Spotify Streams, First for a South Korean Artist
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BTS's Jungkook's 'Seven' Breaks Records with 3 Billion Spotify Streams, First for a South Korean Artist

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • BTS member Jungkook's solo song 'Seven' has surpassed 3 billion streams on Spotify, a first for a South Korean artist.
  • The song, released in July 2023, achieved this milestone on June 23rd.
  • 'Seven' was also the only new song released globally in 2023 to reach 3 billion streams and previously topped the Billboard Hot 100.

Jungkook, the global superstar from the K-pop group BTS, has achieved a historic milestone on Spotify, with his solo track 'Seven' surpassing 3 billion streams. This achievement marks the first time any South Korean artist has reached such a high streaming number for a single song on the platform.

The song, released in July 2023 and featuring American rapper Latto, has garnered immense international popularity since its debut. It not only topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States but also secured the third position on the UK's Official Singles Chart. The passionate serenade, expressing a desire to be with a loved one every day, has resonated deeply with fans worldwide.

'Seven' stands as the sole new song released globally in 2023 to achieve the 3 billion stream mark, underscoring its exceptional and sustained impact. This latest record adds to Jungkook's impressive solo career and further solidifies BTS's global influence.

Meanwhile, BTS, who debuted in 2013, continues to break records and captivate audiences with hits like 'Dynamite,' 'Butter,' and 'Permission to Dance.' Following a period of mandatory military service for its members, the group released their fifth full-length album 'Hope on the Street Vol.1' in March, featuring popular tracks such as 'I'm Fine' and 'Standing Next to You.' The group is currently embarking on a world tour, with upcoming dates in Madrid, Spain.

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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.