On June 28, 2024 Jimin dropped his highly anticipated single, "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco)," and it quickly made waves in the music world. The track debuted at an impressive #4 on the Top 50 Global Spotify Chart, racking up over 6 million streams in no time. This achievement not only marked it as the top new entry but also set the record for the largest debut of any K-pop song on Spotify's global charts in 2024.
In the United States, the single debuted at #41 on the Spotify Daily Chart with over 750,000 streams, joining Jimin's previous hit "Like Crazy," which holds the #81 spot. The phenomenal success of "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band" has also rekindled interest in Jimin’s other solo tracks, with "Closer Than This" reappearing on the Global Spotify Chart at #91.
The song's popularity extends beyond Spotify, having debuted at #1 on the Oricon Daily Digital Singles Chart and landing at #76 on the Melon Daily Chart. These accomplishments highlight the track's broad appeal and success across various platforms.
Jimin's latest release highlights the ongoing relevance and cultural impact of BTS, affirming their sustained prominence in the global music industry.