BTS’s J-Hope is proving once again why he’s a powerhouse in the music industry. His latest single, Sweet Dreams, featuring Miguel, has made an explosive debut on multiple Billboard charts, cementing his status as a global solo artist.
On March 18 (local time), Billboard announced that Sweet Dreams debuted at No. 1 on the Digital Song Sales chart, making it the best-selling song of the week in the United States. This marks yet another milestone for J-Hope, whose growing list of solo achievements continues to impress fans and industry experts alike.
Beyond its sales success, Sweet Dreams also made history for K-pop in 2025. The track entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 66, making it the highest-debuting K-pop song of the year so far. This is J-Hope’s sixth solo entry on the Hot 100, following his previous hits like Chicken Noodle Soup (No. 81), MORE (No. 82), Arson (No. 96), on the street (No. 60), and his recent collaboration with Don Toliver and Pharrell Williams, LV Bag (No. 83).
J-Hope’s success isn’t just limited to the U.S. He also dominated Billboard’s global charts, with Sweet Dreams debuting at No. 12 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart and No. 16 on the Global 200. This global impact highlights his widespread popularity beyond his home country of South Korea.
As if that wasn’t enough, J-Hope made his way back onto Billboard’s Artist 100, re-entering at No. 74. This marks his 13th non-consecutive week on the chart as a soloist, a testament to his consistent influence in the music scene.
With Sweet Dreams already making waves, fans are eagerly anticipating what’s next for J-Hope. His ability to blend unique sounds, collaborate with top artists, and consistently break records proves that his solo journey is just getting started.
Congratulations to J-Hope on this incredible achievement!
