Global music sensation Jeon Jungkook, the youngest member of BTS, has set a new record for K-pop soloists as his 2023 single “3D” featuring American rapper Jack Harlow surpassed one billion streams on Spotify on August 24, 2025.
This milestone makes Jungkook the first Asian soloist to achieve four songs crossing the billion-stream mark from a debut solo album, Golden, a feat that cements his place as one of the most influential artists in modern music.
What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that Jungkook continues to dominate global streaming charts despite currently serving his mandatory military enlistment in South Korea.
The 27-year-old star’s music remains a constant presence on international platforms, proving that his influence transcends physical absence from the stage.
Industry watchers note that this achievement reflects the everlasting power of BTS’s global fan base, ARMY, and Jungkook’s unique ability to connect with listeners worldwide.
Released in September 2023, “3D” is an upbeat pop track infused with slick rap verses from Jack Harlow.
The song blends catchy melodies with modern production, appealing to a broad audience across continents.
Music analysts say “3D” reflects Jungkook’s versatility as both a vocalist and performer, building on his reputation for smooth R&B tones, dance-driven tracks, and cross-genre collaborations.
The Jungkook’s milestone sparked celebrations not only in Asia, the U.S., and Europe but also across Africa, particularly in Nigeria, where K-pop enjoys a growing fan base.
Nigerian fans took to social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok to trend hashtags like #Jungkook3D1Billion and celebrate the Jungkook’s achievement alongside Afrobeat stars who are also dominating global charts.
Over the past decade, Nigerian music lovers have embraced K-pop alongside Afrobeat, hip-hop, and international pop.
Local fan communities in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt organized streaming parties to push “3D” toward the billion mark, showing how interconnected global music fandom has become.
One fan from Lagos posted: “K-pop and Afrobeats are shaping the world together. Jungkook’s success is proof that music has no borders.”
Jungkook’s record-breaking moment highlights a broader trend of non-Western artists dominating international music platforms.
Alongside K-pop, Afrobeats has surged to global prominence, with artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido earning billions of streams and collaborations with U.S. and European acts.
Cultural analysts believe Jungkook’s latest feat demonstrates how digital platforms like Spotify and YouTube have transformed the music industry, enabling artists from different regions to achieve global recognition without relying solely on Western markets.
According to Spotify statistics, Jungkook has now amassed over 9.4 billion streams across all platforms, making him the most-streamed K-pop soloist of all time.
His other billion-stream tracks include “Seven (feat. Latto)”, “Standing Next to You”, and “Euphoria”.
Music insiders note that Jungkook’s numbers rival those of established Western pop stars, showing that his solo career has fully blossomed beyond the BTS phenomenon.
With Jungkook’s military service expected to conclude by 2026, anticipation is already building for Jungkook’s return to the global stage.
Fans and analysts expect him to release new music and potentially embark on a world tour that could further elevate his career.
For now, “3D” stands as a symbol of his lasting impact and the unstoppable growth of K-pop worldwide.
Whether in Seoul, Los Angeles, or Lagos, Jungkook’s record-breaking achievement underscores the unifying power of music across cultures.