BLACKPINK tops global YouTube charts with “GO”

BLACKPINK has solidified its status as a global powerhouse with their new title track "GO" topping the YouTube Daily Top Music Videos chart following the release of their third mini-album, [DEADLINE]. Released on February 27, 2026, the music video reached the summit of worldwide trending charts as the album set a new record for first-day sales by a K-pop girl group.

Key Developments

• "GO" ranked first on the global Daily Top Music Videos chart according to YouTube statistics for February 27, 2026 [1].
• The music video set a record for the "most-viewed video within 24 hours" and has surpassed 30 million views [1][2].
• [DEADLINE] sold 1,461,785 copies on February 28, marking the highest first-day sales volume for a K-pop girl group in history [1].
• The album reached number one on the iTunes Album Charts in 38 regions and topped the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart [1].

Background

The release of [DEADLINE] is the group's first project as a full unit in approximately three years and five months [2]. The music video for "GO," which premiered at 2:00 PM on February 27, has drawn attention for its grand scale and bold CG production. Within 24 hours of release, the video exceeded 19.5 million views, reflecting significant international anticipation [2].

Reactions

YG Entertainment highlighted the group's digital footprint following the chart success. In a statement on March 2, the agency noted that BLACKPINK, the first artist worldwide to reach 100 million subscribers, has "once again solidified their presence as the YouTube Queen" [3].

Industry analysts noted that the record-breaking sales of over 1.46 million copies in a single day confirmed high expectations for the group’s return after their lengthy hiatus [2].

Looking Ahead

"GO" remains at the top of the trending music category while maintaining momentum on global streaming platforms [1]. Having swept major charts in 38 regions, [DEADLINE] remains a dominant force in the global music market.