K-Pop sensations, TWICE, have just hit a major career milestone.
Their latest album, With YOU-th, has claimed the number one spot on the Billboard 200 according to the latest update this Sunday (March 3), shared by Billboard.
The critically acclaimed album features the hit song “ONE SPARK” and has sold an impressive 95,000 equivalent album units in the first week, with the bulk coming from pure album sales.
This marks TWICE’s fifth top 10 album, with their releases continuously making the charts.
“With YOU-th” is also notable for being the second all-female group album to reach No. 1 since BLACKPINK’s album “Born Pink” in 2022, and it’s among the few to accomplish this since 2008, following Danity Kane’s “Welcome to the Dollhouse”.
In the same week, another prominent Korean all-female group, LE SSERAFIM, have made it into the top 10, landing at No. 8 with their album “Easy”. This achievement marks their second appearance in the top 10. Congratulations to both groups!
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FAQ Section:
What is TWICE’s “With YOU-th”?
“With YOU-th” is TWICE’s album which has achieved the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart.
How many units did “With YOU-th” sell in its first week?
The album sold 95,000 equivalent album units in its first week, mainly from traditional album sales.
How many top 10 albums does TWICE now have?
With “With YOU-th” reaching No. 1, TWICE now has five albums that have made it to the top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Who is the other K-pop girl group that made it into the top 10 the same week?
LE SSERAFIM is the other K-pop girl group that landed in the top 10 with their album “Easy”.
Conclusion:
The rise of K-pop groups continues to take the global music industry by storm, with TWICE’s “With YOU-th” securing their spot at the forefront. Their latest achievement in topping the Billboard 200 chart is a testament to the group’s talent and the unwavering support of their fans. As they claim their first No. 1 album, it cements their status as one of the genre’s leading acts. Congratulations to TWICE and their entire team for this historic success!