Kapanlagi.com - The K-Pop group Babymonster, formed by YG Entertainment, has officially achieved great success with their first studio album titled Drip. Released on November 1, 2024, the album immediately topped various international music charts, including iTunes in over 30 countries such as Brazil, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Thailand.
The album not only managed to reach the top of the music charts but also captured the attention of global fans thanks to the music video for its title track Drip, which achieved over 20 million views within just 24 hours of its release. Furthermore, with standout tracks like Clik Clak and collaborations with Charlie Puth, Babymonster continues to prove its existence in the international music industry. Check out this news in full:
1. The Journey of the Drip Album Begins
Interesting Facts Behind the Album Drip by Babymonster That Successfully Broke Records. (instagram/babymonster_ygofficial)
After debuting at the end of 2023 with the single Batter Up, Babymonster once again captured attention by releasing the album Drip. On November 1, 2024, this album was launched and immediately made a significant impact in the K-pop industry. Within days, the album topped the iTunes charts in over 30 countries, including major markets like Indonesia, Brazil, Hong Kong, and Thailand.
The creative process behind Drip involved various renowned composers and producers, including Charlie Puth, who contributed his touch to the song Like That. The songs in this album carry strong and diverse messages, ranging from themes of love to self-empowerment that resonate with many fans.
In fact, within the first 24 hours after its release, the music video for the title track Drip managed to record over 20 million views on YouTube, showcasing the immense enthusiasm of fans for Babymonster's debut album.
2. Members of Babymonster
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Babymonster consists of seven members, each with unique talents that make the group increasingly captivating. The seven members are Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora, and Chiquita. With members hailing from various countries, namely South Korea, Japan, and Thailand, Babymonster offers a diverse musical palette.
Since their debut, Babymonster has successfully demonstrated remarkable teamwork and individual abilities. Rami, known for her vocal prowess, is regarded as the group's main vocalist, while Ruka, Asa, and Ahyeon also impress with their sharp rap skills.
The diversity of Babymonster's members provides them with a broad appeal, capable of touching the hearts of fans from all over the world.
3. Success on Digital Music Platforms
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Babymonster continues to record impressive records across various digital music platforms. Since their debut in November 2023 with the song Batter Up, Babymonster has managed to gather over 100 million streams on Spotify. In April 2024, the group released the mini album BABYMONS7ER, featuring the song Sheesh, which has now been viewed over 120 million times on YouTube.
Moreover, the album Drip achieved remarkable success on its first day of release, selling 133,450 copies, making it Babymonster's best-selling album in history. This figure surpasses the sales of their debut mini album, which sold around 70,000 units on its first day.
This achievement reflects the immense interest of fans in Babymonster, making them one of the most watched K-Pop groups of the fifth generation.
4. Popular Songs in the Album Drip
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In addition to the main song Drip, this album also presents several B-sides that are equally captivating, such as Love, Maybe, and Woke Up In Tokyo. One of the most attention-grabbing songs is Like That, produced by Charlie Puth. This song has received much praise for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, further enriching the variety in this album.
Not only that, the song Stuck In The Middle was released as a pre-release before the album Drip, creating a lot of expectations among fans. Along with the play of these songs, Babymonster increasingly showcases its ability to penetrate the international music market.
The vocal strength, rap, and mature composition of Babymonster make the album Drip a work that is not only enjoyable but also touches many hearts.
5. Achievements of Music Videos and Screenings
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After just 10 days post-release, Babymonster managed to achieve over 100 million views on each of their music videos. The song Sheesh, released in 2024, even set a record for the fastest to reach 100 million viewers, making it the fastest viewed music video for a fifth-generation K-Pop group.
The previously released music video Batter Up was also successful with over 238 million views, while Stuck In The Middle gathered more than 111 million views. These achievements further solidify Babymonster's position as a highly regarded K-Pop group in the current digital era.
6. Global Popularity Increase
Interesting Facts Behind the Record-Breaking Success of Babymonster's Drip Album. (instagram/babymonster_ygofficial)
Babymonster is not only popular in South Korea, but has also gained remarkable international attention. Their achievements in a short time reflect how strong the global influence of this group is, with fans spread across various countries such as Indonesia, Brazil, and Thailand. The record sales of albums and music streaming on various platforms indicate that Babymonster has great potential to become a worldwide K-Pop group.
They have also managed to attract international media attention with songs that are not only commercially successful but also create a significant influence on global music trends. Babymonster utilizes various platforms to connect with their fans and build a solid community around the world.
7. Support from 2NE1
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On the first day of its release, the album Drip sold 133,450 copies, making it the best-selling album of Babymonster upon its debut. Babymonster also received full support from 2NE1.
That is an interesting fact behind the album Drip by Babymonster. Stay tuned for further news. If not now, when?
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