BTS, ILLIT, BoyNextDoor: K-pop takes over Billboard World Albums Chart, claims top spots

 

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The boy band BoyNextDoor’s latest mini-album “How?” maintains its momentum at No. 4 in its second week on the World Albums Chart. The boy band is close behind Le Sserafim’s third mini-album which held steady at the 5th rank, spending its 11th week on the Billboard music chart.

 

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Meanwhile, a diverse array of K-Pop acts, including Seventeen, Le Sserafilm, NewJeans, and more, have claimed top spots, showcasing the undeniable influence of Korean music worldwide.

Leading the charge, Seventeen’s newest release solidifies their status as global superstars, while BTS and its members’ solo projects prove that their impact extends beyond the group’s collective efforts. NewJeans continues to captivate fans, and Stray Kids further firms their place among K-Pop’s elite. The Billboard World Albums Chart proves the growing influence of Korean music on a global scale, driven by talented artists and passionate fanbases.

 

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BTS‘ 2022 anthology album, Proof, is at 10th rank in its 99th week while its band member, J-Hope’s special album, Hope on the Street Vol 1, made it to No. 8 for its fifth consecutive week on the list. Jimin’s solo debut album, Face, is maintaining its 14th rank in its 52nd week.

Enhypen’s fifth mini-album, Orange Blood, continues to be on No. 13 for its 24-week stretch.