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On August 21, 2024, BTS’ groundbreaking production, Dynamite, completed 4 years of its release. Since its release on August 21, 2020, it marked a milestone not only in BTS' career but also in the global music industry. When the song was first released, it was an instant success, breaking multiple records.
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Over the past four years, it has continued to be a fan favorite, earning numerous accolades and awards, including a Grammy nomination. Here’s a recap of some of the many achievements it has achieved in just the span of 4 years in the wake of its 4th anniversary.
BTS' Dynamite as a revolution by breaking numerous records over the years
In the summer of 2020, the world was engulfed in uncertainty, with many struggling to find a sense of normalcy amidst the global pandemic. It was during this time that BTS released their first all-English single, Dynamite. The song was more than just a musical release; it became a beacon of hope, a reminder of joy, and a unifying force for millions of people worldwide.
Dynamite made history as BTS' first song to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it reigned for a total of three non-consecutive weeks. This achievement marked a significant milestone, making BTS the first South Korean act to ever reach the top spot on this prestigious chart. The song's popularity was further demonstrated by its 13-week streak in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
On a global scale, the song debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200, a chart that tracks worldwide streaming and sales. In the UK, Dynamite made a remarkable entry at No. 3 on the UK Singles Chart, setting a new record as BTS' highest entry at the time. Additionally, the song reached No. 1 on Japan's Oricon Digital Singles Chart, establishing it as the highest-charting single by a Korean artist.
The impact of Dynamite extended to digital platforms as well. The music video set a new record for the most views on a YouTube video within the first 24 hours, amassing over 101.1 million views, and it hit 200 million views in just four days.
On Spotify, it broke the record for the most streams in a single day by a Korean artist, with 7.778 million streams on its first day. The song also became the fastest by a Korean act to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify.
Dynamite received multiple certifications, including 3× Platinum by the RIAA in the United States for selling over 3 million units and a Million certification by the Gaon Chart in South Korea, making BTS the first act to achieve this milestone with a single.
The song's success was also recognized with prestigious awards, including BTS' first-ever Grammy nomination in 2021, the Top Selling Song award at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, Favorite Pop/Rock Song at the 2020 American Music Awards, and Best Pop at the 2020 MTV VMAs.
These are just a few highlights from the many accolades Dynamite has accumulated over the years. Fans are confident that this iconic track will continue to achieve even more in the years to come.
