BTS Jimin's debut solo album 'FACE' has rewritten K-pop history by securing the number one spot on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart for a record-breaking 15th time. 'FACE', released on January 14, soared to the top of the chart 56 times, marking the first K-pop album, including both group and solo releases, to achieve a total of 15 days at number one.
The album initially hit a 14-day consecutive streak at number one from March 24 to April 6, 2023, tying the record set by BTS's 'MAP OF THE SOUL:7'.
According to the World Music Awards' official account, 'FACE' topped the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart Top 10 on January 14, surpassing renowned pop stars like Adele and Coldplay. It also reached number one on the European iTunes Album Chart for the 74th time, and clinched the top spot in both the US and UK iTunes Album Charts. Notably, in the UK, 'FACE' achieved an 'all-kill' by topping the album, song ('Like Crazy'), and music video ('Set Me Free Pt2') charts.
Since its release on March 24 last year, Jimin's mini-album 'FACE' has dominated music charts worldwide. With the recent LP release of 'FACE', the album has sparked a global frenzy again, charting on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart for 61 days as of January 21, 2024, and reaching number one in 81 countries and regions.
In addition to 'FACE', Jimin's digital single 'Closer Than This' topped the iTunes Top Songs chart in 114 countries and regions. Jimin holds the unique record of achieving number one in over 110 countries with five songs, including the globally acclaimed 'Like Crazy', the tvN drama OST 'With You', 'Set Me Free Pt2', and BTS's regular album track 'Filter', cementing his status as a 21st-century pop icon.
