Billboard ranked BTS 19th on its “Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century” list, praising their versatility and success. Billboard emphasized the key role of BTS’s fanbase, ARMY, in their growth and influence. Fans worldwide celebrated BTS’s achievements on the Billboard charts and their potential to become legends.
BTS Ranks 19th on Billboard Greatest Pop Stars List
Billboard announced BTS as the 19th “Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century.” The American music media outlet released this on its official website. Billboard stated that BTS has achieved “Beatles-level success” and has broken the ceiling that limited K-pop and Korean artists. No other K-pop group has achieved the level of success that BTS has in the 21st century.
Billboard Highlights The Versatility of BTS as Key to Success
Billboard highlighted BTS members’ versatility across various music genres as a key to their success. The seven members underwent K-pop training, allowing them to excel in all performance areas. Over the years, each member carved out their path, receiving significant recognition along the way. They perform hip-hop, aerial dance, and even ballet. Many compare them to greats like Michael Jackson through various videos.
BTS and the Power of Their Fanbase, ARMY, as Stated by Billboard
Billboard also emphasized the importance of BTS’s fanbase, known as ‘ARMY.’ Billboard mentioned that BTS has created a community inspired by messages of positivity, love, and connection. ARMY spans all ages, races, and religions, helping BTS grow beyond a typical fanbase’s capabilities.
BTS’s Billboard Achievements and Record-Breaking Hits
Billboard covered the achievements of BTS’s hit songs like “Dynamite,” which was their first ‘Hot 100’ No.1, and “Butter,” which remained No.1 for ten consecutive weeks. BTS has achieved six No.1s on both the ‘Hot 100’ singles chart and the ‘Billboard 200’ albums chart. They have also been nominated five times at the Grammy Awards, one of the most prestigious American music awards.
Billboard List of the 21st Century’s Greatest Pop Stars
Billboard has been unveiling its list of the “Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century” weekly since the 21st of last month, starting from the 25th position. Global stars like British singer Ed Sheeran (24th) and American singer Bruno Mars (20th) were mentioned, and the list has reached the 19th position. Billboard said this is an attempt to identify the most influential and significant pop stars in the U.S.
Korean Community Celebrates BTS’s Billboard Recognition
The news brought joy to the Korean community, especially on the forum theqoo. Members congratulated BTS and expressed happiness, noting their growing popularity in the U.S. They were proud to see a Korean idol group stand alongside global pop stars. Many expect BTS to become legends over time. However, there is some regret about their current inactivity due to military service. Fans are eagerly anticipating BTS’s comeback in June next year.
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