BLACKPINK’s Rosé has just made history with her first solo album, “rosie,” soaring into the top 5 of the Billboard 200 and clinching the highest rank ever by a K-pop female soloist. Debuting at an impressive No. 3 with 118k units sold, “rosie” gives a little glimpse into Rosé’s intimate love stories with personal songwriting and heartfelt confessions.
#ROSÉ's rosie album making its debut at #3 on the Billboard 200 is a significant achievement, as it now holds the record for the highest-charting album by a female K-pop soloist in the history of the chart.
To NumberOnes and Blinks, who are the driving force behind her… pic.twitter.com/JgEYLKJVOC
— ROSÉ GLOBAL UNION (@RoseGlobalUnion) December 15, 2024
Meanwhile, TWICE continues to capture hearts and charts alike with their 14th mini-album, “STRATEGY.” Landing at No. 4 with 88,000 units sold, TWICE secures their 6th consecutive top 10 entry on the Billboard 200. This milestone extends their record as the female K-pop act with the most top 10 entries on the chart.
#TWICE is now the korean female act with the most top 10 albums on the Billboard 200, totaling 6! 🤍
Strategy #4 🆕
With YOU-youth #1
Between 1&2 #3
Ready to be #2
Formula of Love #3
Taste of love #6 pic.twitter.com/KXYE0sP7UN— levi (@inylvr_) December 15, 2024
Now, let’s dive into the top 10 Billboard 200, revealed on December 17, 2024:
10. Sabrina Carpenter – Fruitcake: Kicking off our top 10 is Sabrina Carpenter with her catchy and festive album “Fruitcake,” blending holiday cheer with pop brilliance.
09. Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: Billie Eilish continues to dominate with her motive and personal album.
08. Bing Crosby – Ultimate Christmas: A timeless classic, Bing Crosby’s “Ultimate Christmas” brings nostalgic melodies back to the charts.
07. Michael Bublé – Christmas: Michael Bublé’s “Christmas” is a seasonal staple, and its return to the charts at number seven marks another successful holiday season for the singer.
06. Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande & Various Artists – Wicked: The Soundtrack: The star-studded soundtrack of “Wicked,” featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, casts a magical spell, landing at number six.
05. Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet: Sabrina Carpenter makes her second appearance in the top 10 with “Short n’ Sweet,” an album that catapulted her into pop stardom.
04. TWICE – Strategy: 14th Mini Album (EP): With “STRATEGY,” TWICE not only delivers catchy bops but also cements their status as K-pop royalty.
03. Rosé – Rosie: Rosé’s album “rosie” not only breaks records but also hearts with its emotional depth and lyrical sentiment.
02. Kendrick Lamar – GNX: Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX” takes the runner-up spot with hits like “Squabble Up,” and “Luther.”
01. Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department: At the top of the list, Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department”continues dominating.
