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The girl group IVE (An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, Leeseo) is dominating the weekly charts, extending its run of success.
According to various digital music charts, the pre-released double title track ‘BANG BANG’ from IVE’s second studio album ‘REVIVE+’, released on Feb. 23, ranked No. 1 on the weekly charts of Melon, Genie, and Bugs (Feb. 23~Mar. 1), as well as YouTube Music’s Weekly Top Songs (Feb. 20~Feb. 26). Following its pre-release, ‘BANG BANG’ steadily climbed and proved a commanding presence by reaching the top of the weekly charts on major streaming platforms.
Pre-released on the 9th of last month, the double title track ‘BANG BANG’ swept No. 1 on real-time, daily, and TOP100 charts across major domestic platforms including Melon, Genie, FLO, VIBE, and Bugs, becoming the first release of the year to achieve a Perfect All-Kill (PAK). As of 8 a.m. on the 3rd, it continues to maintain a Perfect All-Kill, sweeping the TOP100, real-time, and daily charts on major platforms. This momentum has carried through to the weekly charts, further accelerating its rise. On YouTube Music’s Weekly Top Songs chart and the weekly charts of Genie and Bugs, it held the top spot for two consecutive weeks, once again proving IVE’s formidable digital power.
‘BANG BANG’ delivers an empowering message about carving out one’s own path without being swayed by others’ gaze. With its fierce EDM sound and straightforward performance, it has made a strong impression and is receiving much love, while a variety of ‘BANG BANG’ challenges continue to spread across short-form platforms, sustaining its popularity.
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IVE’s chart power is not limited to the new tracks. On the weekly charts, not only the new release but also previously released songs continue to hold their ground, including the title track ‘I AM’ from the 2023 first full-length album, last year’s 3rd mini album ‘REBEL HEART’, ‘ATTITUDE’, and the 4th mini album ‘XOXZ’. This shows that every song IVE presents earns overwhelming public support, reinforcing its status as a ‘trust-and-listen’ digital powerhouse beloved by the public.
Their chart performance has also translated to music shows. With ‘BANG BANG’, IVE claimed the No. 1 trophy on Mnet’s ‘M Countdown’, KBS2’s ‘Music Bank’, MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core’, and SBS’s ‘Inkigayo’, achieving a four-crown sweep on music programs. On top of the Perfect All-Kill on the digital charts, they have set meaningful records on music shows as well, firmly imprinting their hit-making momentum.
The other title track ‘BLACKHOLE’ is also enjoying feverish popularity. Upon release, ‘BLACKHOLE’ landed high on major domestic digital charts and, together with ‘BANG BANG’, kicked off a two-pronged run at the top. Through the track’s sleek performance and their distinctly self-assured lyrics, IVE is showcasing an even broader musical spectrum and drawing an enthusiastic response from listeners at home and abroad.
With a No. 1 on the weekly digital charts setting the stage for a prolonged run, IVE plans to continue active promotions with the new song ‘BLACKHOLE’, including music show appearances and a variety of content.
