
A video has been created that is the first BTS music video to reach 2 billion views. The digital single "Dynamite" music video, simultaneously released worldwide on August 21, 2020, through the HYBE LABELS YouTube channel, surpassed 2 billion views on YouTube at around 9:16 a.m. on the 4th. "Dynamite" set a new milestone as the first BTS music video to reach the 2 billion view mark. This music video added 100 million views in about nine months since it recorded 1.9 billion views last December.
"Dynamite" is a bright and upbeat disco pop healing song and is BTS's first English-language track. The music video combines an addictive rhythm with a cheerful and dynamic performance. It was produced with a lively concept that captures a bright atmosphere, harmonizing relaxed enjoyment of the music with energetic group choreography.
"Dynamite" recently ranked 34th on the list of "Most Streamed Songs Worldwide in the Last Decade" announced by the global music streaming service Apple Music. Along with "Butter," it is the only K-pop group song to appear on this chart, once again proving BTS's global influence.
BTS achieved a monumental accomplishment with "Dynamite." With this song, they became the first Korean artist to top the US Billboard main song chart, the Hot 100, holding the number one spot for a total of three weeks. They also won multiple awards, including "Best Song" at the 2020 MTV Europe Music Awards and "Top Selling Song" at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards. The Japan Record Association certified the song with a streaming diamond certification (over 500 million streams) in the shortest period ever.
Through "Dynamite," BTS elevated the status of K-pop and further strengthened their position in the global music market. This song is regarded as an important example showcasing BTS's musical diversity and mass appeal. BTS plans to continue engaging with fans both domestically and internationally through various musical activities.