V of BTS has surpassed 3 billion Spotify plays, which is an incredible accomplishment for a solo artist. Notably, Layover is the first K-pop solo album to sell over 100,000 copies of each track in the US, with all of its tracks having over 100 million streams.
V Surpasess 3 Billion Streams on Spotify
Kim Taehyung, better known by his stage name V, from the well-known K-pop group BTS, has reached a noteworthy accomplishment in his solo career. V’s remarkable skill and enormous popularity are demonstrated by the fact that he has now amassed over 3 billion Spotify plays across all of his solo credits.
A selection of his works, including his debut solo album Layover, self-composed songs, original soundtracks for K-dramas, and the poignant single FRI(END)S, which he released while serving in the military, are available to stream on his own Spotify page.
The unique aspect of Taehyung’s accomplishment is that each of these streams is the result of his lone efforts and original compositions. V has only been able to accomplish this milestone by making his own music. This demonstrates his distinct artistic style and the close bond he shares with his followers.
In addition, V’s self-titled debut album Layover broke a milestone by being the first K-pop solo artist album to have every song surpass 100 million Spotify plays. The album’s sales of over 100,000 copies in the US add to this accomplishment.
V’s Solo Journey
V’s solo career has advanced significantly in the last few years, indicating a turning point in his musical and personal undertakings. Released on September 8, 2023, his debut solo album Layover became an overnight sensation, selling 2.1 million copies in its first week, making it the highest-charting K-pop solo artist debut.
Along with his BTS teammates, Layover made their Billboard 200 debut at number two during this historic milestone, cementing V’s status as one of the highest-charting Korean singers in Billboard history.
V started his required military service on December 11, 2023, taking his career in music to a new level. On February 8, 2024, after a lengthy training period, he was assigned to the 2nd Corps’ “Ssangyong Unit,” functioning under the Military Police Corps’ Special Task Force.
