“It seems that 2020 is BTS’s year! From their chart breaking ‘Dynamite’ single that has been breaking records since it was released on 21st August, to their Break the Silence movie, to their BTS Universe Story, this pandemic has not slowed down BTS hard work. j-hope’s Mixtape ‘Hope World’ added to BTS’ great achievements for 2020 by topping the iTunes Charts with 100 no. 1s.
j-hope now becomes the third member of BTS to have their own Mixtape top 100 countries after RM’s solo Mixtape ‘Mono’ which topped in over 100 Countries and Agust D’s ‘D-2’ mixtape also topped in over 100 countries.j-hope’s Mixtape ‘Hope World’ was released back in 2018 and ranked number 38 on the Billboard chart in that year. In March 2018, j-hope, a member of the South Korean boy band BTS, released his debut solo mixtape, “Hope World.” This project not only showcased his individual artistry but also achieved remarkable global success, particularly on iTunes charts worldwide.
Upon its release, “Hope World” debuted at number 38 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant milestone for a Korean solo artist at the time. The mixtape’s influence extended globally, as it reached the number one position on iTunes charts in 100 countries. This achievement positioned j-hope alongside his BTS bandmate RM, who had previously reached number one in 100 countries with his solo mixtape, “Mono.”
The global reach of “Hope World” was further demonstrated in August 2021 when it set a new record by topping iTunes charts in 109 countries, surpassing Beyoncé’s “Lemonade,” which had held the record at 108 countries. “Hope World” comprises seven tracks, each reflecting j-hope’s versatility and artistic vision. Tracks like “Daydream” and “Hangsang” received particular attention, with “Daydream” ranking number one on iTunes Top Songs charts in countries such as Finland, Romania, and Vietnam.
The mixtape’s success was not confined to charts; it also garnered positive critical acclaim for its production quality and j-hope’s performance, further solidifying his position as a multifaceted artist within the global music industry. The release of “Hope World” sparked significant engagement on social media platforms. Fans worldwide celebrated its success, with the hashtag #HopeWorld100thWin trending on Twitter as they congratulated j-hope on achieving the milestone of topping iTunes charts in 100 countries.
The achievements of “Hope World” are a testament to BTS’s expanding global influence and the individual talents of its members. j-hope’s success with this mixtape highlighted the group’s ability to transcend cultural and linguistic barriers, resonating with audiences worldwide. j-hope’s “Hope World” mixtape exemplifies the impact of BTS’s solo endeavors and their collective influence on the global music scene. The project’s widespread acclaim and record-breaking performances on iTunes charts underscore the group’s versatility and the individual artistry of its members, contributing to the ongoing evolution of K-pop’s global presence.
Even though the album was released on Soundcloud, Hope World continued to gain a lot of popularity on the Billboard and iTunes chart and became the first Korean solo artist’s work to stay in the chart for 2 consecutive weeks.
This news was received by ARMY’s with lots of excitement, here is how they celebrated the feat.
https://twitter.com/iamhobisunshine/status/1305339947579179009?s=19
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