On December 29, 2024, BTS’ Taehyung, also known as V, celebrated a major achievement as his latest track, Winter Ahead, surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. The song, a collaboration with South Korean vocalist Park Hyo-shin, reached this milestone in just 29 days, making it Taehyung’s fastest track to achieve this accomplishment. Released on November 29, 2024, Winter Ahead not only set new records but also garnered immense praise from fans worldwide.
Winter Ahead has emerged as the fastest jazz song by a K-pop artist to reach 100 million streams, further solidifying Taehyung’s global influence. This milestone also marks the 12th track by Taehyung as a solo artist to cross this streaming benchmark on Spotify. Previous records were held by his songs Love Me Again and Slow Dancing, which reached 100 million streams in 30 days, followed by FRI(END)S in 33 days and Rainy Days in 41 days.
Fans Celebrate Taehyung’s Achievement
The achievement has sparked a wave of excitement among fans. Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) have been flooded with congratulatory messages and celebrations. Fans referred to Taehyung as a “record breaker” and praised Winter Ahead as a “masterpiece.” Many expressed their gratitude to the artist for delivering music that transcends genres and touches hearts.
One fan wrote:
“RECORD BREAKER! Taehyung’s ‘Winter Ahead’ reaches 100 MILLION STREAMS on Spotify in just 29 DAYS! A new personal best! Congratulations to Taehyung and Hyoshin!”
Another added:
“Winter Ahead is the perfect jazz song. To 1 billion streams soon! We’ll always cheer for you, Taehyung.”
Fans also highlighted the timing of this achievement, as it came just before Taehyung’s birthday on December 30, making the milestone even more special.
Winter Ahead by Taehyung and Park Hyoshin reaches 100 million streams on Spotify. pic.twitter.com/RCEai4Eoea
V's fastest songs to reach 100 Million streams on Spotify:
Winter Ahead – 29 Days (NEW) Love Me Again – 30 Days Slow Dancing – 30 Days FRI(END)S – 33 Days Rainy Days – 41 Days#100MillionForWinterAhead CONGRATULATIONS TAEHYUNG AND HYOSHIN pic.twitter.com/rob6uEXbGK
Winter Ahead is a jazz-inspired track that features the collaborative efforts of Taehyung and Park Hyo-shin, a renowned South Korean ballad singer. The song was released across multiple streaming platforms, with the official music video premiering on HYBE’s YouTube channel. This track showcases Taehyung’s versatility as an artist, effortlessly blending his vocals with Park Hyo-shin’s soulful voice to create a timeless piece.
Upon its release, Winter Ahead set the record for the biggest jazz debut on Spotify, amassing over 4.2 million streams on its first day. The track debuted at #15 on the Spotify Global Chart, surpassing Laufey’s From the Start, which previously held the record with 1.1 million streams. Additionally, on December 12, Winter Ahead claimed the #1 spot on Billboard’s “27 Best Winter Songs for the Season” chart, further cementing its success.
Taehyung’s Impact Beyond Music
Taehyung’s accomplishments with Winter Ahead reflect his enduring popularity and artistic influence. Despite currently fulfilling his military duties following his enlistment in December 2023, his music continues to resonate with fans around the globe. Taehyung’s military discharge is expected in June 2025, and fans eagerly anticipate his return to the music scene.
The overwhelming response to Winter Ahead underscores the power of Taehyung’s artistry and the loyalty of his fanbase. As the song continues to climb streaming charts, many believe it has the potential to reach one billion streams, marking yet another landmark in Taehyung’s illustrious career.
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