Which K-Pop Act Made History by Debuting on Billboard Hot 100 First?
Before BTS shook the world with their English hit "Dynamite" storming to the top of Billboard Hot 100, another K-pop group did it first
Undoubtedly, BTS reigns supreme in K-pop, boasting unprecedented streaming numbers. Their breakthrough on Billboard Hot 100 started in 2017 with “DNA,” seizing No.67 on October 14th of that year.
However, it was JYP Entertainment’s iconic girl group Wonder Girls who first debuted among K-pop idols on Hot 100 with their legendary song, “Nobody.” The song charted on Hot 100 at No. 76 on October 31, 2009.
Wonder Girls also released the English version of “Nobody.” The song made waves among global listeners, once again making it into Billboard Hot 100.
Though Wonder Girls’ dominance on Billboard Hot 100 waned over time, their mark on the global music landscape remains undeniable. Their pioneering efforts paved the way for the influx of K-pop artists that would captivate audiences worldwide.
Source: yahoo
