BTS Jungkook's 'Please Don't Change' Storms Back to No. 1 on Global iTunes Charts

BTS member Jungkook has once again demonstrated his extraordinary global influence as his solo track "Please Don't Change" surged back to the top of the worldwide iTunes charts more than two years after its original release, outpacing newly released songs from some of the biggest names in Western pop music.

A Historic B-Side Resurgence

The track, a B-side from Jungkook's debut solo album "GOLDEN" released in November 2023, reclaimed the No. 1 position on both the Worldwide and European iTunes Song Charts on February 26, 2026. The feat makes Jungkook the first Asian artist to simultaneously top both charts in 2026 with a track originally released in 2023, an unprecedented achievement for a B-side song.

What makes this resurgence particularly remarkable is the competition it overcame. "Please Don't Change" climbed past Taylor Swift's "The Fate of Ophelia" and Bruno Mars' "I Just Might," both freshly released singles, to claim the top spot. The song also reached No. 1 on iTunes charts in 23 countries including Brazil, Germany, Russia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Spain, and Saudi Arabia, while peaking at No. 5 on the U.S. iTunes chart.

Album GOLDEN Continues Its Record Run

The ripple effect extended beyond the single. Jungkook's "GOLDEN" album re-entered the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart at No. 18 and the European iTunes Album Chart at No. 46 on the same day. The album has now spent a cumulative 441 days on the Worldwide chart and 234 days on the European chart, maintaining its record as the longest-charting album by a K-pop solo artist on both platforms.

Jungkook's self-composed track "Still With You" also saw a significant boost, climbing to No. 1 on iTunes charts in four countries including Indonesia, Ukraine, and Qatar, while entering charts in 27 countries total. On the Global Digital Artist Ranking, Jungkook surged 199 places to reach No. 41, reaffirming his position as the most popular male K-pop solo artist globally.

Streaming Milestones Continue to Stack Up

"Please Don't Change," a collaboration with internationally acclaimed DJ Snake, has now surpassed 200 million streams on Spotify. This milestone makes it the fifth track from "GOLDEN" to cross the 200 million streaming threshold on the platform, underscoring the album's remarkable consistency across all its tracks.

The electronic dance-pop song blends DJ Snake's signature production style with Jungkook's distinctive vocals, creating a sound that has clearly resonated with listeners far beyond its initial release window. Industry observers note that such a sustained chart performance for a B-side track is virtually unheard of in the global music landscape.

A Testament to Enduring Appeal

Jungkook's latest chart resurgence highlights a phenomenon that has become something of a signature for the BTS vocalist — the ability to generate massive streaming and sales numbers long after a song's initial release. While many artists rely on new releases to maintain chart presence, Jungkook's catalog continues to find new audiences and inspire repeated listens months and even years after release.

With his military service ongoing, these chart achievements serve as a powerful reminder of the global fanbase's unwavering dedication and the timeless quality of his music. As "GOLDEN" continues to break records, it has firmly established itself as one of the most successful K-pop solo albums in history.