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J-Hope Makes History As First South Korean With Two Top 10 Albums On Billboard 200

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J-Hope, a member of the popular South Korean group BTS, has achieved a significant milestone in his solo career by securing his second top 10 entry on the prestigious Billboard 200 chart with his latest EP, Hope on the Street Vol. 1.

The EP debuted at an impressive No. 5 on the Billboard 200, making J-Hope the first South Korean solo musician to achieve this feat. This accomplishment sets him apart from his bandmates, as he now holds the record for the most top 10 entries on the chart among BTS members.

Previously, in September 2023, J-Hope reached a career-high position of No. 6 on the Billboard 200 with his album Jack in the Box. This latest success with Hope on the Street Vol. 1 further solidifies his position as a chart-topping artist.

Hope on the Street Vol. 1's impressive debut can be attributed to strong sales figures, with the EP selling 44,000 copies in its first week and accumulating 5.7 million streams. These numbers translated to a total of 50,000 equivalent units, propelling the EP into the top 10 of the Billboard 200.

J-Hope's previous solo projects, including Hope World EP, have also made waves on the Billboard 200, with the latter peaking at No. 38 on the chart. His consistent success on the Billboard 200 underscores his influence and popularity as a solo artist.

As J-Hope celebrates his latest achievement, he shares the spotlight with music icon Beyoncé, whose album Cowboy Carter debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with over 400,000 equivalent units, marking the biggest debut of 2024 on the chart.

J-Hope's continued success on the Billboard 200 reflects his growing impact in the global music industry and solidifies his position as a chart-topping artist with a dedicated fan base.

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