Coldplay and BTS: Collaboration ‘My Universe’ Takes the Top Spot on Billboard Charts

The recent collaboration between the British rock band Coldplay and the South Korean pop supergroup BTS on the song ‘My Universe’ has been met with overwhelming success. The music video, in particular, has garnered a lot of attention for its unique storyline and deep meaning, setting it apart from their usual style. Visitors who enjoyed the video are encouraged to give their feedback below.

Universal Acclaim and Chart Success

While Coldplay and BTS have both achieved success in their respective regions, ‘My Universe’ marks a significant milestone for both artists. The song received universal accolades, landing at the top spot on the Rolling Stone songs chart and all three key Billboard charts: the Hot 100, the Global 200, and the Global Excl. U.S. rankings. This is a rare achievement for Coldplay, as they had only been at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 once before with ‘Viva la Vida’ in 2008, while BTS has now reached that peak six times in the last 14 months.

BTS and Coldplay Collaboration

Both bands celebrated their triumph on social media. In a heartfelt tweet, Coldplay expressed its gratitude: ‘RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook... Thank you to Coldplayers and ARMY and everyone who made this happen. Love C G W J P.’ BTS responded with a message of love and celebration, acknowledging the support from their fans: ‘It’s been always an honor to make this all happen with you! Big love and congrats! Thank you to ARMY and Coldplayers. Love R J S H J J V.’

Impact on Music Charts

‘My Universe’ may not have been as formidable among the usual chart-toppers in terms of streams, with 8.5 million streams in its debut week, but its strength in other areas made up for it. The song achieved 136,000 downloads, which is a significant number, especially considering it’s a BTS track. Additionally, the song garnered 95.4 million streams and 142,400 downloads worldwide in its first week, according to Billboard. This achievement is a testament to the collaborative effort and the global appeal of the artists.

Other Chart Performances

Other notable performances in the recent chart include:

Drake’s “Way 2 Sexy” featuring Future and Young Thug fell to No. 2 on the Rolling Stone songs chart but still maintains four positions in the top 10, with all four songs having at least 13 million streams for the week. Lil Nas X’s “Industry Baby” dropped from three top 10 songs to rank at No. 4 with another 20.6 million streams. Youngboy Never Broke Again’s “Bad Morning” debuted at No. 10 with 12.1 million streams being the most popular song from his new album “Sincerely Kentrell.” ‘Stay’ by the Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber remains at No. 5, and Walker Hayes’ “Fancy Like” holds the sixth spot.

Conclusion

The success of ‘My Universe’ between Coldplay and BTS demonstrates the power of international collaborations in the modern music industry. Fans and critics alike have praised the song, and the artists’ camaraderie has been evident in their social media interactions. This achievement serves as a testament to the enduring fanbases of both Coldplay and BTS and their ability to captivate audiences worldwide.