K-pop has taken the global music industry by storm, with its artists breaking records and amassing huge fan bases worldwide. One clear indicator of this phenomenon is the impressive debut streams that K-pop soloists achieve on Spotify. Here’s a look at the biggest debuts by Korean/K-pop soloists on the Spotify Global Weekly chart, highlighting their unprecedented success and global impact.
1. Seven (Jung Kook feat. Latto) — 89M Streams
Jung Kook, made a powerful solo debut with his single “Seven,” featuring American rapper Latto. The song’s fusion of smooth vocals and catchy rap lines captivated listeners, leading to an astounding 89 million streams in its first week. This remarkable achievement underscores Jung Kook’s immense popularity and the high anticipation for his solo work.
2. 3D (Jung Kook feat. Jack Harlow) — 41.9M Streams
Following the success of “Seven,” Jung Kook continued to dominate with his second solo single, “3D,” featuring Jack Harlow. This track showcases a blend of pop and hip-hop elements, with Jung Kook’s versatile vocal performance complemented by Harlow’s dynamic rap.
3. Standing Next To You (Jungkook) — 39.2M Streams
Jung Kook made another significant impact with his solo track “Standing Next To You.” The song’s emotional depth and Jung Kook’s distinctive voice resonated deeply with fans, accumulating 39.2 million streams.
4. Left & Right (Charlie Puth feat. Jung Kook) — 30.3M Streams
A collaborative effort between American singer Charlie Puth and Jung Kook, “Left & Right” captured the attention of fans worldwide. The song’s playful and harmonious blend of Puth’s and Jung Kook’s vocals led to 30.3 million streams, showcasing the cross-cultural appeal of K-pop artists and their collaborations with Western musicians.
5. Flower (Jisoo) — 25.3M Streams
Jisoo, a member of the iconic girl group BLACKPINK, made her solo debut with “Flower.” The track’s intricate production and Jisoo’s ethereal vocals enchanted listeners, resulting in 25.3 million streams.
6. Never Let Go (Jungkook) — 24.041M Streams
Jung Kook recently made waves with his solo BTS 2024 FESTA release “Never Let Go.” The track’s soulful melody and Jung Kook’s rich, emotive voice struck a chord with fans, achieving 24.041 million streams in its debut week.
7. Slow Dancing (V) — 24.026M Streams
Another entry from V, “Slow Dancing,” further showcases his ability to capture the hearts of listeners. With 24.026 million streams, this track emphasizes V’s smooth vocal delivery and his talent for creating evocative, mood-driven music.
8. Angel Pt.1 ( Muni Long, JVKE, NLE Choppa, Kodak Black, Jimin Of BTS) — 23.39M Streams
“Angel Pt.1,” a collaboration between Jimin and artists JVKE, Muni Long, and Kodak Black, brought together diverse musical styles. The synergy between Jimin’s vocals and the other artists’ contributions resulted in 23.39 million streams, demonstrating the powerful impact of cross-genre collaborations.
9. Like Crazy (Jimin) — 23.32M Streams
Jimin’s solo track “Like Crazy” captivated audiences with its introspective lyrics and haunting melody. Achieving 23.32 million streams, the song showcases Jimin’s depth as a solo artist and his ability to convey complex emotions through his music.
10. FRI(END)S (V) — 22.9M Streams
“FRI(END)S,” a solo track by V of BTS, combines elements of pop and R&B music. With 22.9 million streams, the track highlights V’s versatility and his skill in blending different musical influences.
