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BTS member Park Ji-min, or commonly referred to by his stage name Jimin, is celebrating his 30th birthday on October 13. He joined the K-pop boy band BTS 12 years ago and has since released music with them, as well as a solo artist. Jimin's debut solo song Promise was released seven years ago. As for his solo album, Face was released two years ago. It debuted at number one in Korea and number two in Japan.
Face was the result of the singer opening up to his bandmates during the COVID-19 pandemic. He experienced self-doubt and was struggling with his emotions. After opening up to his band members, they encouraged him to express himself through songs and music. This ultimately led to the birth of his debut album.
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As Jimin turns 30, fans everywhere are celebrating more than just his birthday. They are celebrating his growth as an artist and person. Keep reading to know the five best solo tracks by Park Ji-min to stream on his birthday.
5 best solo tracks by Jimin
BTS member Jimin has made a name for himself as a solo artist alongside his work with the group. As he celebrates his 30th birthday, here are five of his best solo tracks to listen to.
Disclaimer: Please note that the list below contains the author's personal opinions
Like Crazy
Like Crazy is the second single Park Ji-min released from his debut studio album. It is one of the first songs by a South Korean solo artist to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's genre can be classified as synth-pop and was inspired by an eponymous film released in 2011.
It stood at 8th place on the UK Singles Chart and has received an MC: Platinum and a RIAA: Platinum.
Alone
Alone is another single from his debut album, Face. It stood at number 5 on the Billboard US World Digital Song Sales. It was also number 12 on Billboard's US Digital Song Sales chart.
Face-Off
Face-Off was released two years ago as a part of his debut album. The song reached number 4 on the Billboard US World Digital Song Sales chart, highlighting its popularity among international listeners. It also secured the 8th spot on Billboard's US Digital Song Sales chart.
Who
Moving on to Ji-min's second studio album, Who is the lead single from Muse. It is a mix of hip-hop, dance pop, and R&B. You may also enjoy the official music video, which features the 30-year-old K-pop singer wandering at night, walking the streets to find his lover.
The song won three non-consecutive Melon Weekly Popularity awards last year in July and August. It also received two first-place trophies during two episodes of the South Korean music program broadcast, M Countdown.
Closer Than This
Closer Than This is not a part of any of his two studio albums. The song was released as a digital track in 2023, along with the music video. The video features Jimin's process of songwriting and recording behind the scenes. It also includes a few clips of his band members meeting with fans at signing and concert events.
The song peaked at number 1 on both the Billboard US World Digital Song Sales and the Billboard's US Digital Song Sales chart.
As Jimin celebrates his 30th birthday, these solo tracks highlight his journey as an artist and the range of his musical talent. From chart-topping hits like Like Crazy and Closer Than This to emotional tracks like Alone and Face-Off, his music continues to resonate with fans around the world.
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