Jungkook of BTS has once again proven his strong presence in the global pop music market as his solo track “Standing Next to You” continues to set records on major charts in the UK and the US.
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According to the latest chart released by the UK’s renowned ‘Official Charts’ (for the week of December 6-12), Jungkook’s “Standing Next to You” has re-entered the ‘Official Physical Singles Chart’ at number 99, marking its 22nd week on the chart. This achievement not only highlights his popularity but also demonstrates the lasting musical value and digital power he holds with fans and listeners over time. It holds even greater significance as he becomes the only Asian male artist to have achieved this on the chart.
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“Standing Next to You” first appeared at 6th place on the UK Official Main Singles Chart ‘Top 100’ in November 2023, gaining significant attention. The song remained on the chart for 11 weeks, proving the strong impact of Jungkook’s music in the UK market. It reached number 1 on the ‘Official Singles Download Chart’ and number 2 on the ‘Official Singles Sales Chart’, achieving strong results in both digital and physical sales in the UK. The song sold over 200,000 copies in the UK, earning a ‘Silver’ certification in the ‘Brit Certified Singles’ category by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
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In the US, “Standing Next to You” debuted at number 5 on the Billboard Main Singles Chart ‘Hot 100’ and stayed on the chart for 19 consecutive weeks. The song topped the ‘Billboard Global 200’ and ‘Global (excluding the US)’ charts, remaining there for 47 and 55 weeks respectively, solidifying its status as a global hit. By the first half of 2024, it was the best-selling K-pop song in the US digital downloads category, reaching a sales milestone of 1 million units.
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On streaming platforms, “Standing Next to You” has also shown impressive performance. It surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, the world’s largest music streaming platform, leaving a strong impression on global listeners. The song was selected as one of the “15 K-pop songs that shook 2023” by the Grammy Awards, with praise stating it will be “an eternal hit transcending time for years to come.” Additionally, it was included in the ‘100 Best Songs of 2023’ by the Los Angeles Times, receiving recognition from music critics worldwide.
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The music video also achieved remarkable results. The official music video for “Standing Next to You” has surpassed 160 million views on YouTube, continuing to receive love from fans and the public. The sophisticated direction and Jungkook’s sensual performance enhance the musical completeness of the track, providing visual and auditory pleasure to fans simultaneously.
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Jungkook’s music has won the hearts of the public with its unique musical identity and profound message, achieving success in global music markets such as the UK and the US. His music, embodying musicality, commercial success, and cultural influence, continues to inspire and move fans worldwide, setting new records.
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