Jimin from BTS has achieved a notable milestone with his debut solo album ‘Face’, particularly with its title track ‘Like Crazy’, which has been certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for surpassing one million units in sales within just eight months. The RIAA’s certification process, which includes Gold, Platinum, and Diamond levels, factors in physical and digital album sales, digital downloads, and streaming. ‘Like Crazy’ is distinguished by its powerful synth and drum sound, paired with Jimin’s poignant vocals that express a contrasting sense of emptiness.
Jimin’s solo album ‘Face’ has set numerous records, marking several ‘firsts’ for a K-pop solo artist. His achievement of reaching number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart with ‘Like Crazy’ is a first for a Korean solo artist. Moreover, the album ‘Face’ achieved the status of ‘million seller’ on its release day according to Hanteo Chart, indicating its massive popularity. This success reflects Jimin’s global influence and the significant impact of his music.
Continuing its impressive run, ‘Like Crazy’ ranked third in Spotify’s ‘2023 Wrapped’ campaign for ‘Global Top K-Songs of the Year’. Additionally, it has been consistently charting on Billboard’s ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ and ‘Global 200’, demonstrating its sustained popularity over 35 weeks. These accomplishments underscore Jimin’s standing as a prominent figure in the global music scene and highlight the wide-reaching appeal of his work as a solo artist.
Source: spotvnews.co.kr
