The solo self-composed track 'Super Tuna' by Jin of BTS has proven its unwavering popularity, continuing to make waves and break records on Spotify, the world's largest music streaming platform.
As of the morning of November 4, 'Super Tuna' has surpassed 65 million streams, currently sitting at 65.18 million streams on Spotify.
Released as a surprise for fans on December 4th, 2021, to celebrate his birthday, 'Super Tuna'-a song about Jin's sincere love for fishing and his wish for a big catch-quickly demonstrated Jin's global appeal. A special performance video uploaded to BTS's YouTube channel 'BANGTANTV' crossed 10 million views within a day of its release, climbing to the top of the most-watched videos worldwide. As of the morning of November 4, the views have surpassed 89.92 million and continue to climb rapidly.
'Super Tuna' has also set a record as the first K-pop solo track to maintain the number one spot on YouTube's music section globally for 16 days, surpassing PSY's 'GANGNAM STYLE.'
Previously only available on SoundCloud and YouTube, 'Super Tuna' was officially released across all streaming platforms in October last year, along with Jin's other solo tracks 'Abyss' and 'Tonight.' It instantly topped the charts in various countries, starting with Lithuania on iTunes and subsequently reaching number one in 39 countries. It then claimed its 40th number one in Guatemala on December 13th and its 41st in Botswana on December 14th. Continuing its impressive streak, it recently hit number one in countries like Ukraine, Portugal, Malta, South Africa, and most recently Ghana, bringing the total to 49 countries where it has reached the top position.
In these charts, 'Super Tuna' has scored the number one spot on the iTunes 'Worldwide Chart,' third on the 'European Chart,' and tenth on the 'US Chart.'
'Super Tuna' is a gift song from Jin, carrying his sincere hope that fans listen and freely enjoy a good laugh and fun. With its refreshing and innocent charm, Jin's expressive facial gestures, and the adorable choreography, the song boasts an addictive melody and a bright, lively vibe. Its easy-to-follow dance moves have sparked a global challenge craze, not just among fans but also the wider public, cementing its position as a popular pick and continuing to soar in popularity.
