BABYMONSTER Poised to Hit 10 Million YouTube Subscribers in Just One Year
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SEOUL, April 15, 2025 — YG Entertainment’s seven-member multinational girl group BABYMONSTER is on the verge of a major milestone, nearing 10 million YouTube subscribers just one year after their official debut. Launched on April 1, 2024, with their mini-album BABYMONS7ER and lead single “SHEESH,” the group has skyrocketed to global fame, redefining expectations for K-pop rookie girl groups.
The group’s YouTube channel exploded onto the scene with their first teaser in January 2023, amassing 2 million subscribers and 400 million views by May of that year. Fast-forward to April 2025, and their subscriber count is closing in on 10 million, cementing their worldwide appeal. Standout videos like the “SHEESH” performance clip, which racked up 300 million views, alongside “BATTER UP” (300 million) and “DRIP” (200 million), highlight their dominance. With additional hits like “LIKE THAT,” “CLIK CLAK,” and “FOREVER” each surpassing 100 million views, BABYMONSTER boasts nine videos in the nine-digit club—a rare feat for a rookie act.
Their meteoric rise stems from a potent blend of YG’s signature hard-hitting sound and the seamless synergy of their diverse lineup: Korean members Ahyeon, Rami, and Rora; Japanese members Ruka and Asa; and Thai members Pharita and Chiquita. Their debut album BABYMONS7ER shattered records with 400,000 first-week sales, setting a new benchmark for K-pop girl group debuts. Their November 2024 full-length album DRIP is steadily climbing toward 1 million sales, fueled by global demand. “SHEESH” topped the 2024 global charts, resonating across Asia and the West.
BABYMONSTER’s live prowess shone during their HELLO MONSTERS world tour kickoff at Seoul’s KSPO Dome on January 25-26, 2025, drawing 20,000 fans. With electrifying energy rivaling boy bands and a live band backing their set, they channeled the stage command of YG predecessors 2NE1 and BLACKPINK.
As BABYMONSTER eyes the 10-million-subscriber mark, their trajectory signals a new powerhouse in K-pop, blending raw talent with global ambition.
