“Eight” by IU ft Suga’s collaboration MV has officially surpassed 100 million views on YouTube! It has achieved this millstone after six months of release. The song was released on 6th May 2020. Suga becomes BTS’ second member to have a collaboration MV hit 100 million views. The song becomes Suga’s 3rd MV to surpass 100 million views after “Agust D Agust D” and “Daechwita”

“Eight” was written by IU, Suga, and El Capitxn and produced by Suga. In an interview, IU said that she decided to work with Suga to deliver music that feels different from the music style that was previously presented to fans. The song also reached number one on iTunes charts in 59 countries, including United States, France, Singapore, New Zealand, Finland and Malaysia. The song debuted at number 30 on the Spotify Global Top 50 the day after release.

“Eight” debuted at number one on the Gaon Digital Chart. The song debuted atop the Billboard World Digital Songs Chart becoming IU and Suga’s first song to chart at number one on the chart. It also entered the US Digital Song Sales Chart at number 13. The song has been nominated in the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) for Best Collaboration and Song of the Year.

​BTS’s SUGA and South Korean singer IU have achieved remarkable milestones through their collaborations, notably with the release of “Eight” in May 2020 and “People Pt. 2” in April 2023.​Soompi+5NME+5NME+5

“Eight,” released on May 6, 2020, marked a significant milestone as IU’s first collaboration music video featuring Suga. The track showcased IU’s versatility, blending her melodic vocals with Suga’s distinctive rap verses. The accompanying music video presented a futuristic concept, highlighting IU in an all-white ensemble within a sleek, modern setting. This collaboration not only demonstrated the artists’ creative synergy but also resonated deeply with fans, quickly ascending the charts and solidifying its status as one of the year’s most memorable tracks.

Building on their successful partnership, IU and Suga reunited in April 2023 for the release of “People Pt. 2.” This pre-release single from Suga’s solo album “D-DAY” further showcased their musical chemistry, blending introspective lyrics with captivating melodies. The music video featured a contemplative Suga, reflecting on themes of loss and self-discovery. This collaboration not only achieved significant commercial success but also deepened the artists’ connection with their audience, reinforcing their status as influential figures in the music industry.

These collaborations between Suga and IU have not only enriched the artists’ discographies but have also left an indelible mark on the music industry, exemplifying the power of creative partnerships.

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