Okay, K-pop stans, wave your lightsticks! It’s no secret that acts like BLACKPINK and BTS command millions of fans around the globe, who are more than ready to endlessly stream and enjoy their faves’ music on different platforms. This time, we’re counting down the top five fastest K-pop acts to reach that massive billion-view milestone, featuring not only BLACKPINK and BTS but other names like PSY and even Bruno Mars.
Let’s dive in:
K-Pop acts with the fastest videos to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube: pic.twitter.com/6a9PM5jSIE
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05. “DDU-DU DDU-DU” – BLACKPINK (514 Days)
Nothing beats a catchy hook like “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” which turned heads worldwide with its fierce visuals and unforgettable choreography. BLACKPINK proved they could blend trap beats and pop finesse effortlessly.
04. “How You Like That” – BLACKPINK (503 Days)
Another BLACKPINK smash, “How You Like That” continued to showcase a bold and edgy aesthetic from the quartet. Blink after blink, fans rocketed this video to a billion views in just over 500 days.
03. “Dynamite” – BTS (234 Days)
When BTS dropped “Dynamite,” they gifted fans a wave of pure disco-pop joy. The vibrant, retro vibes and flawless choreography lit up the charts around the world, capturing a billion views in about 234 days.
02. “Gangnam Style” – PSY (158 Days)
A timeless internet sensation, PSY’s “Gangnam Style” practically broke YouTube in 2012 with its horse-riding dance. It propelled K-pop into the mainstream and turned PSY into a global name. Ten years later, it’s still a cultural phenomenon that brought K-pop into the Western spotlight.
01. “APT” – Rosé & Bruno Mars (105 Days)
Topping the list is this collaboration between BLACKPINK’s Rosé and pop superstar Bruno Mars. “APT” exploded onto the scene with its smooth blend of pop-rock vibes and Rosé’s signature vocals. Grabbing that 1-billion-views crown in just 105 days, this proves the song’s viral power around the globe.
