Blackpink’s Jennie almost achieves record-breaking No. 1 rock hit

Blackpink’s Jennie is on the verge of making history with a rock hit that has soared to the No. 2 spot on two of Billboard’s sales charts, a rare feat for a K-pop act. The hit song in question is “Dracula” by Tame Impala, the brainchild of Kevin Parker, which has been gaining traction globally over the past six months. This track, taken from Tame Impala’s latest album Deadbeat, has proven to be one of the project’s most successful releases to date.

The collaboration between Tame Impala and Jennie has brought “Dracula” to new heights, with the South Korean superstar now officially credited on the song across all Billboard charts. Jennie was just one step away from clinching the top spot on several American sales charts, but ultimately fell short by one position.

“Dracula” has ascended to the second position on both the Rock Digital Song Sales chart and the Alternative Digital Song Sales chart. This marks a new peak for the collaboration on the lists of bestselling rock tracks in the United States, having previously sat at No. 3, making this climb notable for Tame Impala and Jennie.

Despite their impressive rise, Tame Impala and Jennie were narrowly bested for the top spot on both charts by Muna’s “Big Stick,” a new release by the pop trio that rose to No. 1. However, with “Dracula” gaining momentum, it stands a chance at claiming the number one spot in the future.

Jennie’s involvement in “Dracula” has garnered attention as she matches RM from BTS for having one of the highest charting rock hits by a K-pop artist. Only BTS and Coldplay’s “My Universe” have surpassed this achievement, highlighting the rare success of K-pop acts in the rock genre.

“Dracula” has also made waves on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart, debuting at No. 14 and selling over 1,700 copies in the US. This success adds to Jennie’s solo achievements, cementing her position as a rising star in the music industry. Additionally, Tame Impala’s presence on the chart signifies a new milestone for the band.

As “Dracula” continues to make its mark in the music scene, leading not only in rock but also in the dance genre, the collaborative efforts of Tame Impala and Jennie showcase the potential for K-pop acts to break into new territories and genres, setting the stage for further success in the future.