Psy's instagram
In a remarkable achievement, Psy's 2012 global sensation, "Gangnam Style," continues to captivate audiences worldwide, reaching a significant milestone by surpassing 5 billion views on YouTube. Unveiled in July 2012 as the main track from Psy's sixth full-length album, the song gained global acclaim for its comical music video and the singer's distinctive horse dance.
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| ▲ Psy's instagram |
Notably, "Gangnam Style" secured a groundbreaking position on Billboard's Hot 100 main singles chart, making Psy the first K-pop act to rise to No. 2. This accomplishment was marked by a seven-week stint in that coveted position. The music video itself achieved the distinction of being the first to exceed YouTube's view limit, prompting the platform to upgrade its counter when it surpassed 2 billion views in May 2014.
The enduring popularity of "Gangnam Style" is evidenced by subsequent milestones, with the video surpassing 3 billion views in November 2017 and 4 billion in March 2021. The song's ability to maintain its global appeal for over a decade underscores its cultural impact and enduring place in the annals of K-pop history.
Sayart
Blue YIM, yimyoungseo1010@naver.com
The Iconic K-pop Hit Achieves Another Milestone, Making History on YouTube
Psy's instagram
In a remarkable achievement, Psy's 2012 global sensation, "Gangnam Style," continues to captivate audiences worldwide, reaching a significant milestone by surpassing 5 billion views on YouTube. Unveiled in July 2012 as the main track from Psy's sixth full-length album, the song gained global acclaim for its comical music video and the singer's distinctive horse dance.
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| ▲ Psy's instagram |
Notably, "Gangnam Style" secured a groundbreaking position on Billboard's Hot 100 main singles chart, making Psy the first K-pop act to rise to No. 2. This accomplishment was marked by a seven-week stint in that coveted position. The music video itself achieved the distinction of being the first to exceed YouTube's view limit, prompting the platform to upgrade its counter when it surpassed 2 billion views in May 2014.
The enduring popularity of "Gangnam Style" is evidenced by subsequent milestones, with the video surpassing 3 billion views in November 2017 and 4 billion in March 2021. The song's ability to maintain its global appeal for over a decade underscores its cultural impact and enduring place in the annals of K-pop history.
Sayart
Blue YIM, yimyoungseo1010@naver.com
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