IU scores first no. 1 on Billboard global chart

IU. Image: K-Pop Herald

IU’s latest album “Palette” is making waves on the international stage, earning the Korean singer-actress her first top spot on Billboard’s world albums chart.

“Palette,” has become one of most talked about albums in K-pop, K-Pop Herald reports. Released April 21, a star-studded list of artists are featured in the album, including BIG BANG’s G-Dragon for the single “Palette”. It is considered a coming-of-age piece for the 23-year-old singer.

“‘Palette’ showcases IU’s identity as a popular singer who rose to fame as a girlish teenager and is now ready to mature despite the ups and downs of her career,” said a Billboard review.

The singer-actress’ success on the Billboard chart was due in part to her strategy of releasing the album on Global Release Day, which ensured her a full week of sales that was applied in the charts.

The popular singer’s album swept local charts as well, topping the Gaon chart in album sales, downloads and streaming services. JB

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