BTS' J-Hope Makes History: 'Killin' It Girl' Hits 1M Views In 43 Mins, Beats BLACKPINK's Jennie
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J-Hope's 'Killin' It Girl' becomes 2025's fastest Korean song to hit 1M YouTube views, beating Jennie's solo record. BTS ARMY celebrates the record-breaking feat.
BTS' very own Jung Hoseok — better known to the world as J-Hope — has made a blazing return to the global stage, and he's doing it with swagger, soul, and serious speed records. Dropping his highly anticipated digital single Killin' It Girl on June 13, J-Hope didn't just meet expectations — he obliterated them.
In a jaw-dropping feat, the track's music video hit 1 million views on YouTube in just 43 minutes, making him the fastest Korean act to reach the milestone in 2025. With this, J-Hope surpassed even BLACKPINK's Jennie, whose solo track Like Jennie previously held the record.
Teaming up with American rap sensation GloRilla, Killin' It Girl is a high-voltage, genre-blending anthem that fuses bouncy pop rhythms with gritty hip-hop beats. J-Hope's fiery verses, GloRilla's razor-sharp bars, and the sheer magnetism of their on-screen presence have sent ARMYs into overdrive.
Described by BigHit Music as a 'hip-hop track that captures the adrenaline of love at first sight," Killin' It Girl isn't just another comeback — it's a cultural reset. From its self-love messaging to its pulsating choreography, the song celebrates bold confidence, irresistible charm, and the electric thrill of infatuation.
The visual appeal of the video is equally explosive. J-Hope's sharp new look — leaner, bolder, and brimming with charisma — pairs seamlessly with the sultry energy of professional dancer Alyssa Santos, whose chemistry with the BTS rapper lights up the screen.
The timing couldn't be more poetic: J-Hope's comeback single lands squarely during BTS' 12th anniversary week, adding another layer of celebration for ARMYs worldwide. And if that weren't enough, he's set to take the stage in Seoul tonight (June 13), closing out his Hope on the Stage tour with a performance that promises to be every bit as unforgettable as his new release.
As Killin' It Girl continues to dominate charts and ignite timelines, one thing is clear: J-Hope isn't just back — he's killin' it
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