On March 18, South Korea’s Star News reported a remarkable achievement by BTS member Taehyung. The K-pop idol has shattered records on Brazil’s Tidal Top Videos chart, occupying the top nine slots with his solo music videos. This accomplishment underscores his immense popularity and the global reach of his artistry.
Even though the music videos from his debut album, LayoVer, released in September 2023, have been out for over a year, they continue to maintain a powerful presence online. Below are the titles of the nine music videos that topped Brazil’s Tidal Top Videos chart:
- Winter Ahead feat. Park Hyo-shin
- Winter Ahead (YUNSEOKCHEOL TRIO Ver.)
- FRI(END)S
- For Us
- Slow Dancing
- Blue
- Love Me Again
- Rainy Days
- Slow Dancing (FRNK Remix)
Additionally, Winter Ahead has achieved remarkable milestones since its release in November 2024, dominating Brazil’s Tidal Top Videos Chart for over eleven consecutive days. The track also secured the top positions on Tidal’s music video charts in various countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Hong Kong, and the Czech Republic.
Getting to Know BTS’s Taehyung: Career Highlights and Solo Endeavors
Kim Tae-hyung, widely known as V, is a singer-songwriter from South Korea who debuted as a member of BTS under Big Hit Entertainment (now HYBE Labels) in 2013. As a vocalist of the globally popular group, he shares the stage with fellow members Jimin, Jin, and Jungkook.
Beyond his contributions to BTS, Taehyung has released solo tracks, including popular songs on BTS albums like Singularity and Inner Child. His independent works available on SoundCloud include hits like Winter Bear and Snow Flower featuring Peakboy.
His official solo debut came in September 2023 with the album LayoVer, a heartfelt tribute to his pet dog, Yeontan. This album features six tracks, including the lead single Slow Dancing.
In December 2023, Taehyung began his mandatory military service, joining the Special Task Force of the Military Police Corps and stationed at the Ssangyong Unit of the 2nd Army Corps. Despite his enlistment, he continued releasing pre-recorded music and content for his fans.
His post-enlistment activities included the March 2024 release of the single FRI(END)S and a photobook titled TYPE 1 in June 2024, showcasing exclusive images of the idol. Furthermore, the vinyl edition of his debut album LayoVer debuted in October 2024, followed by the release of two winter-themed singles in December 2024, including Winter Ahead, the collaboration with Park Hyo-shin, and White Christmas, a posthumous duet with the legendary Bing Crosby.
Fans eagerly anticipate his discharge from military service, which is expected in June 2025, looking forward to more music and performances from this talented artist.