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[talk] BTS Jungkook Shows Off His Rockstar Pride on US iHeartRadio Live Stage
BTS Jungkook's solo song 'Standing Next to You' live performance video has surpassed 10 million views, proving once again the explosive love of global fans.
The video titled 'Jung Kook Standing Next to You @ iHeartRadio LIVE', which was released on BTS' official YouTube channel 'BANGTANTV' last year, recently surpassed 10 million views. The video contains a special live performance where Jung Kook performed a band version of his solo song on the US 'iHeartRadio' stage.
Jungkook performed dynamically and freely on stage amidst a band performance with drums and electric guitar sounds. Appearing in a leather jacket and ripped jeans, he fully displayed the sensual vibes of a rock star by utilizing a standing microphone. In particular, he showed off stable singing skills by freely switching between high and low notes, and in the latter half, he dominated the stage with a powerful performance and delivered overwhelming energy.
Jungkook's live stage received a hot response from fans, receiving praise such as "a thrilling stage", "Jungkook's vocals and performance are always the best", and "the emperor of live performance".
Jungkook has proven his strong presence in the global music market not only through these live stages but also through various records. "Standing Next to You" debuted at number 5 on Billboard's main single chart, "Hot 100," immediately after its release and charted for 19 weeks. It also ranked first on Billboard's "Global 200" and "Global (Excl. US)" charts, staying on the charts for 47 and 55 weeks, respectively.
Additionally, the song became the best-selling K-pop song in the United States by digital downloads in the first half of 2024, topping Billboard's Digital Song Sales chart for five weeks, selling over 1 million units.
The success of 'Standing Next to You' continued in the UK. It debuted at number 6 on the UK Official Chart's main single chart 'Top 100' and stayed on the chart for 11 weeks, which is considered an unusual achievement for an Asian solo artist.
Jungkook won two awards at the '2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards', the largest pop music awards ceremony in the United States, by winning 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' and 'Best Music Video' for 'Seven'. This is the most awards won by an Asian solo artist, clearly showing his global influence. Jungkook is currently challenging for another historic achievement by being nominated in five categories and a total of six at the '2024 Billboard Music Awards' (BBMAs).
