Jung Kook, a member of the globally renowned group BTS, has seen a surge in the popularity of his music despite being on a hiatus from his music career as he fulfills his mandatory military service in South Korea.
His last single as a lead artist, 'Standing Next To You,' has experienced a remarkable resurgence on iTunes, with multiple versions of the track climbing the charts in the U.S. market. Currently, 10 different versions of the song are witnessing increased sales, with most of them ranking within the top 50 on the iTunes purchase-only chart.
Notably, the remix of 'Standing Next To You' featuring R&B superstar Usher has secured the highest position at No. 40, just ahead of the original solo version. Various other versions, including holiday, band, slow jam, future funk, PBR&B, and Latin trap remixes, are also experiencing a surge in sales, indicating a strong resurgence of interest among fans.
The sudden spike in sales, with eight out of the 10 versions improving by over 100 spots, suggests a significant increase in fan engagement and support for Jung Kook's music. Such rapid growth in sales is typically associated with special events like award show performances or viral moments, highlighting the dedicated fan base of BTS and their members.
All purchases of the different versions of 'Standing Next To You' will be consolidated for charting purposes by Billboard, ensuring that Jung Kook's solo track continues to make an impact on various music rankings. The sustained interest and sales boost are expected to keep the song on charts like the Hot 100 and Digital Song Sales, further solidifying Jung Kook's presence in the music industry.
