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South Korean boy band BIGBANG's music video for "Bang Bang Bang" officially surpassed 800 million views on YouTube on September 15 at approximately 12:25 p.m. KST, making it the first music video by a second-generation K-pop group to achieve this milestone and marking BIGBANG's first video to cross the 800-million threshold.
Originally released on June 1, 2015, as part of the single album A and later featured on the studio album Made, "Bang Bang Bang" reached 800 million views after about 10 years, three months, and 14 days since its debut. The track was written and composed by group leader G-Dragon along with T.O.P and was accompanied by a visually striking video directed by Seo Hyun-seung.
"Bang Bang Bang" was released amidst high expectations, quickly topping charts in South Korea and performing strongly on international platforms. The song's explosive beat, memorable hook, and bold choreography helped it become an enduring anthem, praised for its energy and production.
Over the years, the video has maintained steady viewership, attracting both long-time fans and new listeners discovering the group through streaming recommendations and retrospectives on K-pop's influential acts.
BIGBANG originally debuted in 2006 under YG Entertainment with five members: G-Dragon, T.O.P, Taeyang, Daesung, and Seungri. The current lineup promoting the group's legacy consists of G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung following Seungri's departure in 2019 and T.O.P's exit in 2023. Despite lineup changes, the group has continued to hold a significant place in K-pop history, often referred to as the "Kings of K-pop" for their pioneering role in shaping the genre's global reach.
This milestone adds to a series of viewing achievements for the band. Earlier videos such as "Fantastic Baby" and "Haru Haru" have each crossed hundreds of millions of views, underscoring the group's lasting popularity. The 800-million-view mark for "Bang Bang Bang" also highlights the continued interest in second-generation K-pop acts, demonstrating that songs from that era remain influential and widely enjoyed.
Fans and industry observers have celebrated the achievement on social media, with hashtags like #BangBangBang800M trending across platforms. YG Entertainment released a congratulatory post acknowledging the record and thanking supporters for their dedication. As K-pop continues to expand globally, BIGBANG's latest milestone reaffirms their role as trailblazers whose music remains resonant a decade after its release.
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