
Title: Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ Joins BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ as Only K-Pop Hits to Go Top Five on Pop Airplay Chart
Billboard, March 15, 2023 – In a shocking turn of events, Billboard has reported that Bruno Mars’ latest single ‘APT.’ has joined BTS’s ‘Dynamite’ as the only K-pop hits to reach the top five on the Pop Airplay chart. This unprecedented achievement highlights the rapid growth and global impact of Korean pop music.
Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ officially entered the top five at number four, surpassing 10 million audience impressions and marking a major milestone for the artist’s discography. The song, which debuted at number one on the Mediabase radio chart earlier this month, showcases Bruno Mars’ continued ability to create infectious, genre-bending hits.
The successful placement of ‘APT.’ on the Pop Airplay chart joins BTS’s groundbreaking achievement with ‘Dynamite,’ which topped the same chart in 2020. This collaboration signifies a significant shift within the music industry, as K-pop has finally transcended cultural boundaries and gained widespread recognition.
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Source: www.billboard.com