BabyMonster Makes History with Billboard Entry and Streaming Records
BabyMonster, the seven-member powerhouse from YG Entertainment, has lived up to its high expectations, marking a significant entry into the Billboard Main Chart just over a week after their official debut. Their title track 'SHEESH' from their first mini-album 'BABYMONS7ER' has showcased their global appeal by securing positions in both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S charts.
According to the latest Billboard charts, 'SHEESH' ranked 87th in the Global 200 and an impressive 35th in the Global Excl. U.S, setting a new record for the group. Their pre-debut tracks 'BATTER UP' and 'Stuck In The Middle' had previously made their mark on the Billboard charts, hinting at the group's potential global impact.
Their achievements have not gone unnoticed, with Billboard highlighting 'SHEESH' as a noteworthy song, praising its remarkable quality and musicality. On Spotify, the world's largest music streaming platform, 'SHEESH' achieved around 1.76 million streams on its release day, making it the highest-charting song among K-pop girl group releases this year.
The group's music video for 'SHEESH' has also seen tremendous success, quickly becoming one of YouTube's 'Most Viewed Videos in 24 Hours' post-release and securing the top spot in the Global Weekly Popular Music Video Chart.
In addition to their international success, BabyMonster has made a splash on the domestic front, setting a new record for first-week album sales for a K-pop girl group debut album. According to Hanteo Chart, 'BABYMONS7ER' sold over 401,287 copies in its first week, a testament to the high anticipation and support from fans.
With their debut, BabyMonster has not only solidified their presence in Korea but has also made a resounding impact on the global music scene, promising a bright future for the group. Their swift rise to the top of charts and breaking of records within a week of their debut underscores the widespread excitement and expectations surrounding BabyMonster's journey in the music industry.
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