BTS leader RM has achieved a personal milestone by landing his first-ever No. 1 album on Billboard's prestigious Top Rap Albums chart with ‘Right Place, Wrong Person.’ This accomplishment highlights RM's talent and influence, extending far beyond the global K-Pop phenomenon of BTS.
RM’s latest solo project was not just a hit in the rap world during its first week. ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’ debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, which includes all genres, with 54,000 equivalent units moved in its first seven days.
The album also opened at No. 2 on the Top Album Sales chart, which considers only pure purchases, selling 43,000 copies upon release.
RM released his highly anticipated second studio album, ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’, on May 24, 2024. Following the success of his debut solo album Indigo in December 2022, RM continues to explore his individual artistic voice with this latest project.
‘Right Place, Wrong Person’ showcases RM's versatility and depth as an artist. The album features collaborations with acclaimed artists such as Little Simz, Domi JD Beck, and Moses Sumney, adding rich diversity to the musical experience. The lead single, 'Come Back to Me,; has already made waves, peaking at number 24 on the Billboard Global 200, demonstrating RM's global influence.
Commercially, the album has been a significant success, debuting at number two on the South Korean Circle Album Chart with over 585,000 copies sold. It also secured the number two spot on the Japanese Oricon Albums Chart, with sales surpassing 23,000. With tracks like ‘Right People, Wrong Place,’ ‘Domodachi,’ and ‘ㅠㅠ (Credit Roll),’ RM delivers a compelling blend of introspective lyrics and innovative soundscapes, cementing his place as a formidable solo artist in the global music scene.
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