LE SSERAFIM HOT album sold over 570,000 copies within a day, topping Hanteo’s daily chart. The title track and music video gained traction on iTunes and YouTube, reaching high rankings in multiple countries. Fans celebrated the success while discussing the album’s Billboard potential and the meaning behind the Bonnie and Clyde reference in the lyrics.
LE SSERAFIM HOT Album Achieves Strong First-Day Sales
LE SSERAFIM’s new album HOT sold over 570,000 copies within a day of release. According to Hanteo Chart, the fifth mini-album sold 567,735 copies on its first day, securing the top spot on the daily album chart.
The album entered third place on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart. As of March 15, 9 AM, it ranked on the Top Albums Chart in 34 countries, including the United States, Japan, France, and Russia. Notably, it reached the Top 10 in 27 countries, such as Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia.
LE SSERAFIM HOT Title Track and Music Video Gain Global Attention
The title track of HOT entered the iTunes Top Songs Chart in 25 countries, including Sweden, Canada, France, and the United States. Additionally, all five tracks from the album dominated Japan’s AWA real-time rising chart, securing the top five spots on March 14 at 6 PM.
The HOT music video gained significant traction, appearing on YouTube’s trending videos in 21 countries by March 15, 9 AM. It ranked second in Canada, fifth in the US, and ninth in the UK. The video also secured the top position on YouTube’s worldwide trending charts for both general and music video categories. Fans praised its bold cinematography, group choreography, and unique set designs.
LE SSERAFIM HOT Success Sparks Online Reactions
Fans celebrated the success of HOT on the MLBPARK community, with many leaving congratulatory messages. Some users mocked the haters who had previously criticized LE SSERAFIM.
The group has faced frequent online attacks, with detractors questioning their vocal abilities or accusing them of pro-Japanese sentiment. These accusations stemmed from the presence of Japanese members Kazuha and Sakura. However, the success of HOT gave fans a sense of satisfaction, proving that the group had overcome these obstacles.
Anticipation for Billboard Rankings and North American Response
The HOT music video amassed 10 million views on YouTube within 22 hours of release. Fans praised its high production quality and eagerly discussed its potential reception in North America.
Many are now curious about LE SSERAFIM’s Billboard rankings. The group has previously performed well on global charts, and fans are hoping for another strong result. Meanwhile, some are particularly interested in the HOT lyrics, which mention Bonnie and Clyde.
Bonnie and Clyde’s Historical and Musical Influence
Bonnie and Clyde were a notorious criminal duo from the 1930s who gained a romanticized reputation through media and public fascination. Dressed stylishly and driving luxury cars, they were portrayed as rebellious figures fighting a hopeless world.
Their story has inspired many popular songs, including Tupac Shakur’s “Me and My Girlfriend”, Eminem’s “’97 Bonnie & Clyde”, and Beyoncé’s “’03 Bonnie & Clyde”. Even BLACKPINK’s “As If It’s Your Last” references them, showing their lasting influence on global pop culture.
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Thought it would be hot and powerful cuz of the song title ‘HOT’, but the unexpectedly delicate vibe hit me HARD… loved it!!