Get ready to celebrate, ARMY! BTS V just set the global music scene ablaze with a phenomenal achievement: four of his enchanting solo tracks have officially earned Gold Certification from Music Canada!
What Does Music Canada Gold Mean? 🏆
According to Music Canada, the official association representing Canada’s vibrant music industry, V‘s sensational solo tracks — ‘Christmas Tree,’ ‘Slow Dancing,’ ‘Love Me Again,’ and ‘FRI(END)S’ — have all been awarded Gold status in the singles category. This prestigious certification is bestowed upon songs that have surpassed 40,000 units in combined digital downloads and physical single sales. It’s a huge nod to their widespread popularity and the passion of his fans!
For context, it’s worth noting that certifications from national record industry associations are typically initiated by the rights holders (the labels). And speaking of golden achievements, V‘s solo album, ‘Layover,’ previously secured a ‘Platinum’ Gold Disc certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan for cumulative shipments exceeding 250,000 units, just a year after its release. Talk about a global superstar!
‘Christmas Tree’: A Timeless Holiday Anthem 🎄
Released on December 24, 2021, amidst the notoriously competitive Christmas season, ‘Christmas Tree’ broke barriers by becoming the first Korean OST to ever enter the U.S. Billboard ‘Hot 100’ chart, landing at an impressive 79th. Its holiday cheer didn’t stop there, debuting at 55th on the Holiday Hot 100 chart and even climbing to #1 on the ‘Holiday Digital Song Sales’ chart! Its global impact was truly something to behold.
‘Christmas Tree’ has earned a special place in holiday music history, being named on Billboard’s ’30 Best Christmas Songs of the 21st Century’ for two consecutive years in 2024 and 2025 – the only K-Pop track to make the list! Other major media outlets have also sung its praises:
- 🇺🇸 Elite Daily selected it for their ’24 Y2K and Beyond Christmas Season Song Playlist’.
- 🇬🇧 Edinburgh Live hailed it as one of Spotify’s most popular Christmas songs.
‘Slow Dancing’ & ‘Love Me Again’: Layover’s Golden Glow ✨
Two more jewels from V‘s debut solo album ‘Layover,’ ‘Slow Dancing’ and ‘Love Me Again,’ have also achieved Gold certification. ‘Love Me Again’ hit an incredible milestone, becoming V‘s first solo track to reach one billion streams on Spotify, officially joining the coveted Spotify ‘Billions Club’! It’s currently boasting a whopping 1.16 billion streams and counting. Talk about a fan favorite!
‘FRI(END)S’: A Chart-Topping Farewell (for now!) 🫂
‘FRI(END)S’ proved V‘s undeniable global appeal, debuting spectacularly even while he’s serving in the military and without any separate promotional activities or physical album releases. It soared high on numerous international charts:
- 🇺🇸 Billboard ‘Hot 100’: 65th
- 🌍 Billboard Global (Excl. US): 3rd
- 🌐 Global 200: 5th
- 🇬🇧 UK Official Singles Chart: Debuted at 13th and charted for two consecutive weeks.
- 🇬🇧 Official Big Top 40 chart: Climbed to 3rd place with just two days of tracking!
Adding to its universal charm, ‘FRI(END)S’ was also featured as background music in Season 3 of the popular American drama series ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ further cementing its place in the hearts of fans worldwide.
It’s absolutely incredible to witness V‘s solo artistry resonate so deeply across the globe, especially with multiple certifications recognizing his unique sound. This isn’t just about numbers; it’s a beautiful testament to his genuine connection with fans and the universal appeal of his music! 💜
Editor: Leo Kim 🌈
