BTS’ Jungkook Becomes Fastest K-Pop Artist to Surpass 9 Billion Spotify Streams, Beating BLACKPINK and TWICE
BTS' Jungkook becomes fastest K-pop soloist to reach 9 billion Spotify streams, surpassing BLACKPINK, TWICE, and his own group BTS.
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Even during his military enlistment, BTS’ Jungkook continues to dominate the global music scene. The youngest BTS member, often hailed as the group’s "golden maknae," has made history yet again—becoming the fastest K-pop act to cross 9 billion streams on Spotify.
Historic Milestone for a K-Pop Soloist
On June 16, the X (formerly Twitter) account @WORLDMUSICAWARD confirmed that Jungkook hit the 9 billion stream mark in just 1,218 days—a record-breaking feat for any K-pop soloist. This achievement puts him ahead of not only his own group BTS, but also leading K-pop acts like BLACKPINK, TWICE, and Stray Kids.
Jungkook’s debut solo album Golden, released in November 2023, played a major role in reaching this milestone. Despite beginning his mandatory military service in December 2023, his solo tracks have continued to dominate global streaming platforms, proving his unmatched popularity and impact.
Fastest K-Pop Acts to Reach 9 Billion Streams on Spotify:
Jungkook – 3 years, 4 months, 3 days
BTS – 5 years, 7 months, 2 days
BLACKPINK – 6 years, 5 months, 6 days
TWICE – 6 years, 6 months, 27 days
Fans Celebrate “Global Pop Superstar”
Following the announcement, ARMYs around the world flooded social media with congratulations and tributes, calling Jungkook a “global pop superstar” and “ORGANIC KINGKOOK.” Many praised his self-made success and relentless work ethic, highlighting how his artistry continues to shine even while he serves his country.
Supporters also encouraged others to keep streaming his music to help break more records, turning the achievement into a celebration of unity, pride, and fan dedication.
Jungkook's latest milestone further cements his place as one of the most influential K-pop soloists in history—setting a new benchmark not only for his peers but for the genre itself on the global stage.
