BTS Star Jimin Makes A Splashy Debut On The Billboard Charts With New Single ‘Set Me Free Pt. 2’

Jimin, one of the seven members of the globally beloved K-pop group BTS, is busy making waves in the music industry with his latest solo single “Set Me Free Pt. 2.” The tune’s immediate and impressive success on the Billboard charts–it debuts on several rankings this time around–only continues to show that Jimin is a rising star in the music industry, with or without the vocal troupe that made him a powerhouse talent all around the world.

Here’s a quick look at how “Set Me Free Pt. 2” performs on this week’s Billboard charts.

Hot 100

This week’s Hot 100 chart features Jimin’s latest single “Set Me Free Pt. 2” in a very special position. Even though it may have secured the lowest placement amongst the bunch of lists mentioned here, its opening position is still an impressive feat, as the Hot 100 chart is known for being incredibly competitive.

The fact that Jimin’s “Set Me Free Pt. 2” starts off at No. 30 is historic and a major win for him. This latest single marks a rare top 40 hit for a solo K-pop artist and is the only song from a BTS member to reach the region completely unaccompanied.

“Set Me Free Pt. 2” also earns the third-highest debut of the week on the Hot 100, and one of only a handful inside the upper half of the chart.

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Digital Song Sales

“Set Me Free Pt. 2” opens with a bang by debuting at No. 1 on the Digital Song Sales chart. According to data shared by Luminate, the song managed to secure more than 62,500 sales, a remarkable achievement in a music industry that is predominantly focused on streaming. This latest win marks Jimin’s second No. 1 hit on the list as a solo artist, further cementing his status as a K-pop star who can hold his own.

World Digital Song Sales

It’s no surprise that “Set Me Free Pt. 2” also debuts at No. 1 on the World Digital Song Sales chart, considering it’s also the bestselling tune of any language or genre in America this week. Jimin also secures his second No. 1 spot on the World Digital Song Sales chart, a testament to his international appeal.

Some of Jimin’s previous wins on the chart experience a surge in sales this time around, showcasing the fact that the release of something new from the artist creates a ripple effect across his entire discography.

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