BTS’ Jin has once again made a name for himself in the middle of the American music market.With his mini-album ‘Echo, ‘ he has secured the title of ‘No.1 in pure album sales’ in the US in the first half of 2025.This result is even more surprising considering that the release date was at the end of the first half of the year.Some fans say that the expression “reigning at the top” is no exaggeration.

According to Chart Data, a website specializing in the American music market, Jin’s “Echo” ranked first in overall pure album sales in the first half of 2025, despite being released at the end of the first half.Usually, an earlier release date is advantageous, but Jin broke that trend and reached the top.This can be interpreted as an indicator of Jin’s musicality, brand power, and the cohesion of his global fandom.

Jin’s solo prowess did not stop at album sales.On the 19th(Korean time), ‘Echo’ surpassed 400 million cumulative streams on Spotify.This was achieved in less than two months since its release.With the continued support of fans, it is showing a formidable upward trend, recording 406 million streams as of the 22nd.

Jin also ranked 2nd among Korean artists in Spotify’s ‘Global Impact List for the First Half of 2025’.This is the highest ranking among male solo artists, and it is interpreted that Jin’s irreplaceable musical narrative and color have resonated with global listeners.

Jin has solidified his presence as a solo artist by achieving the triple threat of ‘No.1 in pure album sales’, ‘400 million Spotify streams’, and ‘Top of the Global Impact List’.Jin has always been on the throne, making the term ‘military service’ meaningless.


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