It is no secret that BTS is a global K-pop sensation and has been breaking records since its inception. Now, BTS has reached another major milestone with the popular music video "IDOL" reaching 1.4 billion views on YouTube. With this achievement, BTS' music video "IDOL" has become the fifth video of the group to cross the 1.4 billion views. This feat comes eight years after the release of the track on July 29, 2018, at about 9:19 p.m. KST. The "IDOL" track was released as the title track of BTS' repackaged album, "Love Yourself: Answer," and since then it has been an instant hit due to its energetic visuals and message of self-confidence.

IDOL Reaches Another Historic YouTube Milestone

On July 29, the music video passed the 1.4 billion view mark, making it the fifth time an MV from BTS has achieved this feat, according to BigHit Music. The milestone is yet another proof of the global popularity of the Korean pop group, as well as the continued interest in one of its hit songs. Despite having been released a number of years ago, "IDOL" is still being watched by millions of people, showing how popular the song remains even today.

BTS's Growing List of Billion-View Music Videos

Now that "IDOL" becomes another member of the 1.4 billion club, BTS has got five music videos having achieved the milestone. "Boy With Luv," "DNA," "Dynamite," and "MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)" are the rest MVs in the list. This accomplishment emphasizes that the group is indeed one of the top-performing artists on the video-sharing platform. Over the years, BTS has been making headlines because it has been breaking new grounds and setting new records by accumulating a number of views in its MVs.

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Why IDOL Continues to Resonate With Fans

Since its release in August 2018, "IDOL" has gained popularity on account of its vibrant visuals, Korean culture, and positive message of accepting oneself. Notably, at that point in time, the video became popular because it set record highs of YouTube viewership in just 24 hours after it went live. The popularity of the song has helped keep the video popular at concerts and celebrations for many years. This is why the video still attracts many viewers around the globe today.

Another Milestone in BTS's Global Journey

The latest YouTube accomplishment comes as BTS continues to build on their legacy within the international music industry. Every milestone serves as an indication of how popular the group remains and the unending support of their fans around the world. With "IDOL" becoming the latest addition to the list of record-breaking music videos from BTS, the accomplishment serves as another testament to the band’s continued influence in K-pop.

Final Take

The success of BTS's "IDOL" gaining over 1.4 billion views on YouTube further serves as proof of the band's continuing popularity around the world. Being the fifth music video of the band that gained such views, the success underscores the lasting influence of the 2018 track.

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