BTS’s Jung Kook Was Headed For A No. 1 Sales Hit… Then Jason Aldean Showed Up

In a highly competitive musical landscape, achieving a No. 1 hit on the sales charts is a coveted accomplishment for any artist. This week, BTS’s Jung Kook was on the cusp of securing his latest solo leader on the Digital Song Sales chart with his new single, “Seven.” However, just as he seemed poised to claim the top spot, country superstar Jason Aldean surged ahead with his surprise hit, “Try That in a Small Town,” leaving the BTS sensation narrowly edged out.

Unlike “Try That in a Small Town,” Jung Kook’s “Seven” has captured the No. 1 position on the Hot 100, the most prestigious songs chart in the U.S. It marks his first solo leader and his seventh chart-topper when taking into account the music he released as a member of BTS. The song’s impressive triumph on the tally is attributed to its staggering streaming and sales numbers, and it particularly excelled when it comes to pure purchases.