BTS V's 'FRI(END)S' Tops 'MENA Official Weekly Chart' and Global Music Charts

BTS member V's digital single 'FRI(END)S' has shone brightly by topping global music charts.

V's digital single 'FRI(END)S' debuted at the top spot on the latest weekly chart (March 15th to March 21st) announced by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) for the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa).

The MENA chart is the first official chart reflecting data from 13 countries in the Middle East and North Africa region, sanctioned by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). Rankings are based on streaming platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Anghami, Deezer, among others, used by over 300 million people. V's solo album 'Layover' with tracks like 'Slow Dancing,' 'Rainy Days,' and 'Love Me Again' has previously debuted in the 'Top 10' on the MENA chart, showcasing V's dominance in the music market of the Middle East and North Africa region.

Written by Mun Wan Sik

Translated by Lee So Yun

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