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The global impact of BTS V solo music continues to grow as his popular duet with Park HyoShin, ‘Winter Ahead (with PARK HYO SHIN),’ officially surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify as of October 25, 2025. This remarkable K-pop streaming record further solidifies V’s position as a powerhouse solo artist, adding another major achievement to his already impressive list of accolades managed by Big Hit Music.
A Landmark Music Collaboration
Released in November 2024, ‘Winter Ahead (with PARK HYO SHIN)’ immediately captured the attention of fans worldwide with its sophisticated jazz-pop melody. The powerful music collaboration between V’s deep, soulful vocals and Park HyoShin’s renowned vocal prowess created a timeless winter anthem. The song’s success was evident from its debut, as it entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 99, marking V’s fifth solo track to achieve this feat. The track’s enduring appeal demonstrates the power of a well-crafted collaboration in the competitive K-pop landscape.
Chart Performance and Critical Acclaim
The song’s initial chart success was just the beginning of its journey. Shortly after its release, Billboard recognized its quality by including it in their list of “The 27 Best Winter Songs for the Season.” This critical acclaim, combined with immense fan support, has contributed to its longevity and consistent performance on global Spotify charts. The achievement of this K-pop streaming record nearly a year after its release speaks to the song’s lasting quality and V’s sustained influence as a solo performer.
V’s Unstoppable Solo Career on Spotify Charts
‘Winter Ahead (with PARK HYO SHIN)’ is the fourth solo-credited song by V to cross the 500 million stream threshold on Spotify. He joins an elite club of artists with multiple high-streaming tracks, a testament to the global appeal of BTS V solo music. His other songs to reach this milestone include ‘Love Me Again,’ ‘FRI(END)S,’ and ‘Slow Dancing.’ Notably, ‘Love Me Again’ has even surpassed the incredible one billion stream mark, showcasing his monumental solo power. V’s success is not limited to a few hits; he currently boasts a total of 12 solo songs with over 100 million streams each, a feat that highlights his consistent ability to dominate global Spotify charts, a trend seen with other major K-pop acts like LE SSERAFIM.
A Testament to Global Influence
This latest milestone further cements V’s status as a formidable force in the global music industry. Even as the members of BTS pursue individual projects, their capacity to set and break records remains undiminished. V’s continued success on streaming platforms like Spotify proves that his unique artistic color and musicality resonate deeply with a massive international audience, promising even more groundbreaking achievements in the future.
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