BTS' JIMIN BREAKS RECORDS BY DOMINATING ITUNES CHARTS IN 108 COUNTRIES WITH 'SMERALDO GARDEN MARCHING BAND'
BTS member Jimin has once again demonstrated his star power with the release of the pre-release track from his upcoming second solo album, "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band." Dropped on June 29 KST, this track has already topped the iTunes 'Top Songs' chart in 108 countries, as confirmed by BigHit Music.
"Smeraldo Garden Marching Band" has made a significant impact not only globally but also on regional charts, debuting at number one on both the 'Worldwide iTunes Song' and 'European iTunes Song' charts. This track is a unique blend of big band sounds and hip-hop, evoking the lively and energetic vibe of a marching band. The production, led by Tommy Brown—known for his work with Ariana Grande—adds a polished and dynamic touch to the song. Adding to its appeal, the track features a collaboration with rapper LOCO.
The music video for the track, featuring LOCO, is also creating waves. As of June 29 KST, it has amassed over 5.2 million views on YouTube and is prominently featured on the platform's 'Trending Music' chart, reflecting its widespread popularity and viewer engagement.
Jimin's highly anticipated second solo album, 'MUSE,' is slated for release on July 19 KST. The album promises a diverse musical experience with seven tracks, including "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band," the title track "Who," and another anticipated song, "Rebirth." Fans around the world are eagerly waiting to see what other musical innovations Jimin will bring in this album.
With such a strong start, "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band" sets high expectations for the rest of 'MUSE.' Jimin's ability to blend different musical styles and create something fresh and exciting keeps him at the forefront of the global music scene, continuously winning the hearts of fans worldwide.
About Jimin
Jimin, born Park Ji-min, is a renowned South Korean singer, songwriter, and dancer. He debuted in 2013 as a member of the globally successful boy band BTS under Big Hit Entertainment.
Jimin's contributions to BTS include three solo tracks: "Lie" (2016), "Serendipity" (2017), and "Filter" (2020), all of which charted on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart. In 2018, he released his first solo song, "Promise," which he co-wrote. He also recorded the duet "With You" with Ha Sung-woon for the TvN drama Our Blues in 2022.
In 2023, Jimin released his debut solo album, Face, which achieved remarkable success, debuting at number one in South Korea and Japan, and number two in the United States. The album's second single, "Like Crazy," debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, making Jimin the highest-charting Korean solo artist in history on the Billboard 200 and the Hot 100 at the time, and the first to debut atop the latter. He also became the first Korean solo artist to top the Billboard Artist 100 chart.
Jimin's journey with BTS began as the last trainee added to the group. Despite spending only six months as a trainee, he debuted on June 13, 2013, with the song "No More Dream" from BTS' first single album, 2 Cool 4 Skool. His solo tracks under BTS, including "Lie," "Serendipity," and "Filter," have showcased his diverse musical talents and unique style.
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