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Forbes
6 hours ago
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Jung Kook's Historic Hit Continues To Chart, Years After Its Smashing Debut
Two years after topping the Hot 100, Jung Kook's 'Seven' remains a landmark hit that helped define ... More the global rise of K-pop soloists in the U.S. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 08: Jungkook of BTS performs on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on November 08, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by) Two years ago, one of the biggest stars in the world made a bold move by launching his solo career. In July 2023, Jung Kook stepped out from BTS's shadow and into the global spotlight with a single that made history from the moment it reached the charts. A pair of summers later, and 'Seven' should be remembered as a historic chart-topper – one which represented a turning point in the rise of K-pop musicians in the United States. A Hot 100 No. 1 Right Out of the Gate Jung Kook's solo single 'Seven,' featuring Latto, launched at No. 1 on the Hot 100. As it arrived on the chart dated July 29, the South Korean superstar became only the second K-pop soloist to reach the summit of the busy chart. He did so just months after his BTS bandmate Jimin managed the same showing with 'Like Crazy.' No other solo musician from that part of the world has led the charge since, so Jung Kook and Jimin continue to stand alone in this regard. 'Seven' Ushered in the Golden Era Released on July 14, 2023, 'Seven' introduced Jung Kook's debut solo album Golden to the world. The track's immediate success helped power the full-length to strong first-week numbers and long-lasting popularity. Golden eventually produced several more hit singles, including '3D' with Jack Harlow and 'Standing Next to You,' which both peaked at No. 5 on the Hot 100 – but it all began with his pop/hip-hop hybrid cut. A Rare Radio Breakthrough 'Seven' didn't just dominate the charts thanks to sales and streaming activity. The tune also gained traction on pop radio in the U.S., reaching the top 20 on multiple Billboard tallies. For a track by a South Korean soloist, that kind of airplay success is rare, and the popularity of 'Seven' on mainstream American stations helped widen its reach well beyond K-pop's usual audience. It also made the single a longstanding one, instead of a quick smash. A Worldwide Win That Broke Records From the moment it dropped, 'Seven' proved to be a global sensation, as well as an American favorite. The song hit No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts. The cut, which long ago disappeared from Billboard's U.S.-based rosters, can still be found regularly on the worldwide tallies to this day. A Defining Anniversary — and a Look Ahead Two years after it reached No. 1 in America, the continued popularity of 'Seven' serves as a reminder of just how massive Jung Kook's solo breakthrough truly was. He only needed a few months to emerge as one of the most successful soloists in that space, and years later, he still holds records that no other K-pop act has approached. Now that all seven BTS members have finished their mandatory military service, the group is getting ready for a new chapter. In fact, the septet scores a new top 10 album on the Billboard 200 this week with a live set, and new music is expected in early 2026.
Forbes
10 hours ago
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Mariah Carey Is Looking For The Kind Of Comeback She Managed Two Decades Ago
20 years ago, Mariah Carey managed one of the most impressive comebacks of all time when "We Belong ... More Together" hit No. 1 on the Hot 100. Two decades later, she's trying again. Mariah Carey during VH1 Save The Music: A Concert To Benefit The VH1 Save The Music Foundation - Show - Day 1 at Beacon Theatre in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Marc Bryan-Brown/WireImage) Even two decades after one of the most impressive returns in pop history, Mariah Carey still isn't done proving herself. In 2005, she reemerged as a powerhouse on the Billboard charts with The Emancipation of Mimi after years of personal and professional turbulence. The set was a behemoth, and it all began with 'We Belong Together,' which showed that one of the biggest stars in music history had finally found her footing. Now, with new singles out and an album on the horizon, the icon is eyeing another comeback — this time in an industry that looks nothing like the one she once dominated. 'We Belong Together' Reestablished Mariah Carey as a Hitmaker In March of 2005, Carey unveiled 'We Belong Together,' a slow-burning R&B ballad that reminded the world of her vocal prowess and songwriting talents. The track didn't just perform well — it became one of the biggest smashes of the decade. The tune would spend 14 nonconsecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100 in the summer of that year, and it quickly stood out as one of the longest-running leaders ever. The Emancipation of Mimi Launched a New Mariah Carey Powered by the success of 'We Belong Together,' The Emancipation of Mimi launched to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and quickly became one of the bestselling albums of the year. The project spawned additional smashes like 'Don't Forget About Us' and fan favorites such as 'Shake It Off.' Critics hailed it as her strongest effort in years, and from the moment that the first single dropped – and certainly once it began ruling the Hot 100 – it was clear that her comeback was complete. Here for It All Marks a New Chapter In 2025, Carey is back with new music, and she's looking for the same kind of comeback that she secured 20 years ago. Her new album Here for It All is scheduled for release on September 26, and she's already previewed the project with two singles: 'Type Dangerous,' a sleek, modern production that arrived in early June, and 'Sugar Sweet,' a multi-artist collaboration featuring Shenseea and Kehlani, which dropped in late July. So far, neither have become huge commercial wins, but this is a special chapter for Carey, and a comeback can look and sound different this time around. Beyond 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' For years now, Carey's annual seasonal dominance with 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' has made her a fixture at the top of the Hot 100 every December. But even as that single reclaims the No. 1 spot toward the end of the year – something the singer openly embraces – Carey is looking to be known for more than just the one tune. 'We Belong Together' made her a superstar once more, the kind that could be counted on to produce a radio giant. Carey's latest chapter further underscores her abilities as a songwriter, a singer, and as a woman who continues to redefine her legacy with both decades-old tunes and new work at the same time, which is an incredibly tricky feat.
Forbes
2 days ago
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Blackpink Joins BTS In A Major Chart Feat
With "Jump," Blackpink earns its tenth Hot 100 hit, joining BTS as the only K-pop acts to rack up ... More double-digit wins on the most important songs chart in America. INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 19: (EDITORS NOTE: Image has been processed using digital filters.) Blackpink perform at Sahara Tent during the 2019 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival on April 19, 2019 in Indio, California. (Photo byfor Coachella) Blackpink fans have waited years for the band to reunite and release new music, and their patience has finally paid off. The K-pop girl group recently delivered 'Jump,' its first new single in years, which seems to be the beginning of a complete era. While big things were expected from the track, the tune still manages to impress. 'Jump' easily cracks the top 40 on the Hot 100 upon its arrival, earning the K-pop favorites not just another placement on Billboard's most competitive songs tally, but a milestone hit — one that places the four musicians in rare company. 'Jump' Reaches the Hot 100's Top 40 'Jump' launches at No. 28 on the Hot 100 this week. The tune likely would have opened in a loftier position had it not arrived during such a busy frame. Several songs from Justin Bieber's surprise new album Swag open ahead of Blackpink, but this is just the beginning for 'Jump' on the chart. Blackpink Hits the Hot 100 for the Tenth Time Blackpink earns its milestone tenth appearance on the Hot 100 as 'Jump' launches. The group is only the second K-pop act in U.S. history to collect double-digit placements on the songs ranking, following BTS, which managed the feat some time ago. The South Korean boy band has scored 27 smashes throughout the years. Sixth Top 40 Hit for Blackpink 'Jump' becomes Blackpink's sixth top 40 hit on the Hot 100. The group — made up of singers Rosé, Jisoo, Jennie, and Lisa — previously climbed as high as No. 13 with 'Ice Cream,' a collaboration with Selena Gomez, which dropped in September 2020. That cut remains the band's highest-charting release to date. The newly-released 'Jump' now ranks as Blackpink's fourth-highest-peaking cut on the chart, trailing 'Ice Cream,' 'Pink Venom,' and 'Shut Down,' which peaked at Nos. 13, 22, and 25, respectively. Blackpink Outpaces J-Hope With More Hot 100 Hits Blackpink claims the second-most Hot 100 hits among all K-pop artists. The group is now two wins ahead of BTS star J-Hope, who has reached the list eight times as a soloist. Three of the four singers in Blackpink — Jennie, Lisa, and Rosé — have also earned multiple smashes on their own. 'Jump' Debuts on Nine Billboard Charts Blackpink launches 'Jump' on nine Billboard charts this week, and its starting position on the Hot 100 is among its lowest. The tune scores a top five debut on almost every other ranking, and the electronic dance single even conquers both of the company's global lists and one sales-specific tally.
Forbes
3 days ago
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Benson Boone Joins Dua Lipa In A Historic Feat
Benson Boone's 'Beautiful Things' ties Dua Lipa's 'Levitating' with 77 weeks on the Hot 100, as ... More Teddy Swims' 'Lose Control' becomes the first track to hit 100 weeks. Benson Boone at the 2025 Governors Ball Music Festival held at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 06, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by Nina Westervelt/Billboard via Getty Images) A month into its run on the Billboard charts, Benson Boone's sophomore album American Heart continues its gentle descent. In its fourth frame on the Billboard 200, the project slides from No. 21 to No. 27. Two singles from the full-length — 'Mystical Magical' and 'Sorry, I'm Here for Someone Else' — also experience modest dips on the Hot 100, though both remain inside the top 40. Boone's biggest hit at the moment, is, as has been the case for months, 'Beautiful Things.' The track that turned the singer into a superstar in early 2024 continues to make history with every frame it holds on. 'Beautiful Things' Ties Dua Lipa's 'Levitating' 'Beautiful Things' has now lived on the Hot 100 for 77 frames. In just one more week, it will become one of only a handful of songs to spend a year and a half on Billboard's ranking of the most popular tracks in the United States. 'Beautiful Things' is now tied with 'Levitating' by Dua Lipa as the third-longest-charting track by a solo musician in American history. Lipa's catchy pop cut spent about half of its time on the tally as a solo effort, while the rest of its weeks included rapper DaBaby. His credit was later removed after fans and radio stations changed their favor to the solo version. Teddy Swims Sets a New Record With 'Lose Control' 'Lose Control' by Teddy Swims still stands the longest-running hit of all time, and this week marks a particularly special milestone for the soulful cut. The Grammy nominee's breakout hit becomes the first song ever to reach 100 weeks on the Hot 100. That figure puts the track well ahead of every other tune, and it's likely to continue building on that total. The Weeknd's 'Blinding Lights' tallied 90 stays on the roster, placing it in second among all compositions by solo artists. Benson Boone Passes Jason Mraz Last frame, Boone matched Jason Mraz, whose single 'I'm Yours' spent 76 weeks on the Hot 100 between 2008 and 2009. That tune now ranks as the fifth-longest-charting track by a solo act in U.S. history, just behind Boone and Lipa. Several other songs credited to groups have also managed slightly longer stays on the Hot 100 compared to 'Beautiful Things.' 'Heat Waves' by Glass Animals, 'Radioactive' by Imagine Dragons, and 'Sail' by Awolnation held on for 91, 87, and 79 weeks, respectively. In the coming weeks, Boone could match and then pass Awolnation, though he still has a long journey ahead if he hopes to best the runs managed by Imagine Dragons or The Weeknd.
Forbes
3 days ago
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Justin Bieber Pushes Chris Brown Out Of A Historic Top 10
Swag brings Bieber 16 Hot 100 debuts and a No. 2 Billboard 200 start, as 'Daisies' comes close to ... More topping the chart and Bieber edges past Chris Brown. TORONTO, ONTARIO - FEBRUARY 01: Justin Bieber participates in the Tim Horton's NHL All-Star Player Draft at Scotiabank Arena on February 01, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images) Justin Bieber's surprise album Swag might not debut at No. 1 on several Billboard rankings the pop star was hoping to conquer, but that doesn't mean the project isn't successful. The surprise release opens in the runner-up spot on the Billboard 200, coming in behind JackBoys 2, the latest full-length from Travis Scott and his group JackBoys. While Swag's starting position might be slightly disappointing for Bieber, the collection produces more than a dozen new hits on the Hot 100. As the Canadian singer-songwriter ups his career total, he joins some elite company and passes one of the most successful R&B artists of all time. 16 New Hot 100 Hits 16 of the 21 tracks featured on Swag debut on the Hot 100 this week. None of the tunes were released ahead of the album's arrival, and some weren't eligible as they were either too short or spoken word interludes. With 16 new hits to his credit, Bieber lifts his career count to 121 Hot 100 smashes. Justin Bieber Passes Chris Brown Thanks to this influx of new wins, Bieber jumps into the top 10 on the list of artists with the most Hot 100 hits. He narrowly edges past Chris Brown, who currently claims 119 appearances, though these figures are known to shift regularly, and the R&B powerhouse could snag new placements on the tally at any point. Justin Bieber and Travis Scott Advance Together At the same time Bieber increases his career total, Travis Scott does the same. Several cuts featured on JackBoys 2 debut on the Hot 100, giving Scott a total of 131 career appearances. He now sits in ninth place among all acts. Drake leads all musicians with 359 Hot 100 entries, followed by Taylor Swift with 264 and Future with 224. 'Daises' Almost Debuts at No. 1 'Daisies' is the biggest hit from Swag, and it nearly brought Bieber back to the summit of the Hot 100. The tune, which has been selected as the lead single from the album, launches in the runner-up position on the tally, coming in behind only 'Ordinary,' Alex Warren's breakout smash. Seven of the 16 songs from Swag that appear on the Hot 100 this week debut inside the top 40. Several musicians join Bieber with his roundup of just-shared tunes, including Sexyy Red, Gunna and newcomer Eddie Benjamin, among others.
