BLACKPINK has once again proven their unrivaled global influence, solidifying their status as the “YouTube Queens.” The group’s latest title track, “GO,” from their highly anticipated third mini-album “DEADLINE,” has officially claimed the No. 1 spot on YouTube’s Global Weekly Top Songs chart. This remarkable achievement highlights the explosive return of the iconic girl group and their unwavering dominance in the international music scene.
Record-Breaking Streaming Numbers
According to the latest chart data released by YouTube for the week of February 27 to March 5, 2026, “GO” dominated across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, Oceania, and Asia. The track debuted at No. 1 with a staggering 43,074,419 streams, marking the biggest streaming week for any song released in 2026 so far. Furthermore, the music video for “GO” immediately topped YouTube’s Worldwide Trending chart and became the most-viewed video within its first 24 hours, securing the No. 1 position on the global YouTube Daily Top Music Videos chart.
Historic Album Sales for ‘DEADLINE’
Beyond streaming success, BLACKPINK is rewriting the history books with their physical album sales. As reported by The Chosun Daily, the “DEADLINE” mini-album sold an astonishing 1,461,785 copies on its very first day of release, according to the Hanteo Chart. This set a brand new record for the highest first-day sales in K-Pop girl group history. The momentum did not stop there; within just one week, the album reached 1,774,577 copies sold, breaking the all-time record for first-week sales by a female K-Pop act.
Global Chart Dominance
The impact of “DEADLINE” and “GO” extends far beyond YouTube and South Korean charts. The album made a strong debut on the UK Official Charts, reaching No. 11 on the Album Top 100, while the single “GO” placed at No. 44 on the Singles Top 100, marking the group’s 12th entry on the prestigious chart. Additionally, the album swept the iTunes charts, reaching No. 1 in 38 different regions and topping the Worldwide iTunes Album chart. With its explosive hook, intense beats, and confident lyrics, “GO” perfectly embodies the signature charisma that fans worldwide have been eagerly waiting for.
References
- allkpop: BLACKPINK’s “GO” tops global YouTube weekly chart
- The Chosun Daily: BLACKPINK’s ‘GO’ Tops Global YouTube Weekly Chart
