BTS Jimin Shakes Up UK Charts, Solidifying His Reign as a Global Pop Sensation

BTS Jimin has shaken the heart of pop music, the United Kingdom, as he shines with global popularity. According to the UK Official Charts, which announced Jimin as "King JIMIN" and "K-pop king," his single "Like Crazy" debuted at No. 8 on the "Top 100" chart (March 31-April 6).

This is the highest ranking ever for a Korean solo artist, and Jimin broke his own record set just a week ago with his pre-release track "Set Me Free Pt. 2," which debuted at No. 30.

Jimin's impressive solo power is on full display as he has charted a total of four songs: "Like Crazy," "Set Me Free Pt. 2," his solo track "Filter" from BTS' fourth full-length album "Map of the Soul: 7," and his collaboration "VIBE" with Taeyang. But the sensation doesn't stop there. "Like Crazy" climbed to No. 1 on the Official Download Chart this week, following last week's No. 1 hit "Set Me Free Pt. 2." Jimin has become the first K-pop solo artist to debut with two No. 1 songs on the chart.

He also ranked No. 2 on the Official Singles Sales Chart, No. 19 on the Video Streaming Chart, and secured the highest ranking for a K-pop solo artist in the past decade at No. 74 on the Audio Streaming Chart, creating a whirlwind of success.

Based on iTunes sales, Apple Music streaming, and radio broadcasts, 'Like Crazy' climbed to No. 3 on the UK Radio Network's (Capital, Heart) chart show 'The Official Big Top 40.' Jimin's "Like Crazy," which debuted at No. 4 last week, moved up one spot this week, setting a new personal record and achieving the highest ranking for a K-pop solo artist since Psy's "Gangnam Style."

In doing so, Jimin established a monumental achievement by entering the Top 5 with two consecutive songs, following "Set Me Free Pt. 2," which also ranked at No. 4.

Local radio stations have praised Jimin, comparing him to Michael Jackson and mentioning his performance on the popular American talk show "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," where "Like Crazy" was first unveiled. They stated, "He creates great music, has a beautiful and unique voice, outstanding visuals, fantastic performance, and showcases the charisma of an artist," adding, "Jimin is a superstar."

Having reached No. 1 on Billboard's main singles chart "Hot 100," Jimin is elevating his reputation as the greatest Korean solo artist of this era, sweeping various UK charts, including the UK Official Charts, which are considered one of the world's two major chart systems alongside Billboard, especially those with notoriously high barriers to entry.

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