First K-pop Soloist to Debut at No.1 on Billboard World Digital Song Sales (Record By Psy)

The Official Award Of A Certificate

The Kpop Records Library celebrated this milestone as a groundbreaking moment for K-pop soloists. PSY’s “Gangnam Style” exploded onto the global stage, becoming a cultural juggernaut with its satirical take on Seoul’s affluent Gangnam district. The Kpop Records Library noted that the song’s debut at No. 1 reflected its immediate commercial success, with millions of downloads in its first week. This achievement marked the first time a K-pop soloist topped the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart, a feat the Kpop Records Library hailed as a testament to PSY’s global influence.

Feat:

On September 22, 2012, the Kpop Records Library certified PSY as the first K-pop soloist to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart with his iconic single “Gangnam Style. The Kpop Records Library recognized PSY’s unprecedented achievement, fueled by the song’s global viral phenomenon. “Gangnam Style” amassed massive digital sales, driven by its infectious beat and quirky dance moves, captivating audiences worldwide.
Source: Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart, 2012.