BTS’ “BE” Album adds another record this week as it charts ALL Seven songs on this week’s Billboard Hot 100. #1 Life Goes On,” #3 “Dynamite,” #13 “Blue & Grey,” #22 “Stay,” #69 “Fly to My Room,” #70 “Telepathy,” and #72 “Dis-ease” According to a press release, the album “imparts a message of healing to the world by declaring, ‘Even in the face of this new normality, our life goes on'”, and “reflects the thoughts, emotions and deepest ruminations of BTS while working on the album” The Album truly brings a fresh message of healing and knowing that one is not alone in these dark times. “BE” is truly a personal album both for BTS and ARMY.
“BE” was co-written by J-Hope, RM, Suga, Ruuth, Chris James and Antonina Armato. “BE” debuted atop the US Billboard 200 with 242,000 album-equivalent units, including 177,000 sales, becoming BTS’s fifth number-one album in the United States. It’s lead single “Life Goes On” debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100 with 150,000 downloads and 14.9 million U.S. streams. It marked the first song not sung in an English language to debut atop the chart. “BE” debuted at number one on South Korea’s Gaon Album Chart with first week sales of 2.274 million copies on Hanteo Chart, representing the second-highest first sales figures in the chart’s history, behind Map of the Soul: 7. With it, “BE” became BTS’ eighth consecutive million seller in the country.
BTS made history once again with the release of their album BE, showcasing their immense global influence as all of its tracks charted on the Billboard Hot 100. This remarkable achievement further solidified BTS’ status as trailblazers in the music industry. BE was a deeply personal project for the group, as it was created during the uncertain times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The album reflected their emotions, thoughts, and experiences during the global crisis, with themes of hope, resilience, and the desire to be together with their fans. Each track captured a different aspect of their journey, resonating deeply with their audience and leading to an unprecedented chart performance.
The Billboard Hot 100 debut for every track from BE was a testament to BTS’ artistry and the unwavering support of ARMY, who have continuously propelled the group to new heights. “Life Goes On,” the album’s lead single, topped the Hot 100, marking a historic milestone as the first-ever Korean-language song to reach No. 1. But it wasn’t just the title track that caught attention, other songs from the album, including “Dynamite,” “Stay,” and “Fly to My Room,” also made their mark on the charts. The album’s success was not just about individual songs, but about how they all came together to tell a cohesive story of resilience and reflection.
This achievement was particularly impressive given the challenging circumstances surrounding the album’s release. With BTS being physically separated from their fans due to the pandemic, BE was an expression of their connection with ARMY, even in times of isolation. The group poured their emotions into every track, and the result was a deeply impactful album that struck a chord with listeners worldwide. It was a moment of unity and healing, both for BTS and their fans, as they navigated the struggles of living through a global pandemic together.
The chart performance of BE served as a reminder of BTS’ ability to transcend language and cultural barriers through the power of music. The fact that every track from the album charted on the Billboard Hot 100 was a powerful testament to BTS’ global appeal and the loyalty of ARMY. BE wasn’t just an album, it was an experience that fans worldwide could connect with on a personal level. This historic accomplishment further cemented BTS’ place as one of the most influential musical acts of all time, proving that their music has the power to resonate with people from every corner of the globe.
‘Life Goes On’ Written by Antonina Armato, Chris James, J-Hope, Pdogg, RM, Ruuth and Suga
‘Dynamite’ Written by Written by David Stewart and Jessica Agombar
‘Blue & Grey’ Written by Hiss Noise, J-Hope, Ji Soo Park, Levi, Metaphor, RM, Suga and V
‘Stay’ Written by Arston, Jin, Jung Kook and RM
‘Fly To My Room’ Written by Cosmo’s Midnight, J-Hope, Joe Femi Griffith, RM and Suga
‘Telepathy’ Written by El Capitxn, Hiss Noise, Jung Kook, RM and Suga
‘Dis-ease’ Written by Ivan Jackson Rosenberg, J-Hope, Ghstloop, RM, Pdogg, Suga, Jimin and Randy Runyon
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