YG Entertainment’s rookie girl group BABYMONSTER has made a strong impression on global fans by entering the US Billboard main chart with their first full-length album ‘DRIP’.
On the 11th, US local time, Billboard announced through SNS that BABYMONSTER’s first album ‘DRIP’ ranked 149th on the ‘Billboard 200’ chart. This is one of Billboard’s major charts, along with the ‘Hot 100’, and marks the first time the rookie group has been listed. Achieving this within just 8 months of their debut shows the significant impact their music is having on fans.
BABYMONSTER’s global popularity was anticipated. Billboard selected them as the most noteworthy K-pop rookie in 2024, praising their first album as a work filled with captivating songs. The album has also proven its popularity by topping the iTunes album charts in 14 regions and reaching the top of Japan’s Line Music Album Top 100 real-time chart.
Their success continues on Spotify as well. The double title track ‘DRIP’ climbed to 109th place on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart just 8 days after entering, maintaining its popularity.
Currently, BABYMONSTER is actively participating in music shows and variety programs, climbing the ranks on major domestic music charts. With their first world tour scheduled for next year, their growth is expected to strengthen even further. Expectations are high for what new wave BABYMONSTER will bring to the K-pop scene in the future.
