BTS's Mic Drop Crosses 1.5 Billion Views, Proving Their Reign Is Far From Over
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Prior to Mic Drop, the boy band's music videos like Boy With Luv, Dynamite and DNA also achieved the milestone on YouTube.
In another feather to their musical cap, K-pop sensation BTS has raked in a new record by achieving 1.5 billion views on their popular music video MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix). As announced by BigHit Music on May 23, Mic Drop crossed the 1.5 billion mark on YouTube around 5 PM, making it the fourth music video from the group to achieve the milestone. Prior to that, other BTS songs like Boy With Luv, Dynamite, and DNA had collected 1.5 billion views on YouTube.
The music video for MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) was originally released on November 24, 2017, suggesting that it took over seven years, five months, and 20 days to reach the feat. Fans have been celebrating the same on social media, with many resharing clips from the MV across X and Instagram.
💥 @bts_bighit hit another major milestone!The "MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)" MV has officially surpassed 1.5 billion views on YouTube as of Friday at 5:07 PM KST! 🎉This marks the group's 4th MV to reach the 1.5B club, following:🎆 'Dynamite" (heading for 2B)🌸 'Boy With Luv"… pic.twitter.com/iWKQqUeG8b — KpopHerald (@Kpop_Herald) May 23, 2025
Mic Drop was remixed into the electro trap genre by world-renowned DJ Steve Aoki, as a part of BTS's mini album LOVE YOURSELF: Her. Upon its debut, the song not only entered at No. 28 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart but also maintained the position for the next 10 weeks, enjoying major global popularity. The music video features a unique and powerful sound, which is complemented further by visual styles. The artists also deliver their impeccable synchronised dancing skills in alternating settings.
BTS MVs With Billion Views
As of now, while Dynamite is now on its way to touch two billion views, Boy With Luv has over 1.8 billion views, and DNA has crossed 1.6 billion views.
In the meantime, the boy band has about 40 music videos that have already crossed the billion-view mark. Apart from the aforementioned titles, they also have IDOL, FAKE LOVE, Butter, Blood Sweat & Tears in the list, followed by others like Dope, Fire, and Save Me with millions on YouTube.
Even though BTS has been away from the musical scene for a long time, owing to the members' military service, the update shows their ever-growing fandom. Speaking of which, BTS is all set to reunite this year, with the remaining members set for their discharge in the coming months. The eldest members of the group, Jin and J-Hope, have already been discharged and have resumed normal activities.
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