September 29, 2023,K-pop, Lisa, a member of the iconic group BLACKPINK, continues to make waves whether it’s with the group or as a solo artist. Her latest achievement? Lisa’s track “Money” has reached an astounding 1 billion streams on Spotify, solidifying her position as a record-breaker in the industry. Let’s delve into the details of this remarkable accomplishment.
1. “Money”: A Billion-Dollar Hit
- Release Date: November 9, 2021
- Album: “Lalisa” (Debut Solo Single)
- Achievement: First K-pop track by a solo artist to reach 1 billion streams on Spotify.
Guinness World Records confirmed this monumental feat, emphasizing Lisa’s remarkable success as a solo artist. “Money” is not only a catchy B-side track from her debut single album “Lalisa,” but it’s also a testament to her musical prowess. As of September 21, 2023, the song has accumulated an astonishing 1,002,683,408 streams on Spotify.
A Billboard Chart Triumph
But Lisa’s achievements don’t stop at streaming numbers. “Money” also made its mark on the Billboard Hot 100, securing the 90th position. This further cements her status as a global superstar.
2. Lisa’s Year of Solo Triumphs
2022 proved to be an exceptional year for Lisa, with multiple solo victories that underscore her impact on the music industry.
- MTV Video Music Awards: Lisa became the first solo K-pop artist to win at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2022.
- MTV Europe Music Awards: She continued her winning streak at the MTV Europe Music Awards, claiming the title of the first solo K-pop winner in 2022.
Guinness World Records as a BLACKPINK Member
It’s worth noting that Lisa’s contributions aren’t limited to her solo career. As a BLACKPINK member, she’s been part of groundbreaking achievements:
- Most Subscribers on YouTube: On April 22, 2021, BLACKPINK set a record for the most subscribers for a band on YouTube.
- Billboard Chart Dominance: BLACKPINK ‘Lisa’ became the first K-pop group to reach No. 1 on Billboard’s Official U.K. Albums chart for the female category on September 29, 2022. They also reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for the Females category on October 1, 2022.
- Spotify Stardom: BLACKPINK claimed the title of the most-streamed female group on Spotify as of March 3, 2023.
- YouTube Reign: The group’s YouTube channel holds the record for the most-viewed music channel as a group, a distinction earned on April 12, 2023.
3. Lisa’s Historic World Record
The Guinness World Records organization officially recognized Lisa, known by her real name Lalisa Manobal, as the trailblazer behind the “Money” milestone. At just 26 years old, Lisa has set a new world record by becoming the “first K-pop track by a solo artist to reach 1 billion streams on Spotify.”
In addition to her musical feats, Lisa also boasts an impressive social media following. At the time of the record announcement, she had a staggering 86.3 million followers on Instagram, making her the K-pop artist with the largest Instagram following.
