Rosé's 'On The Ground' vs. Psy's 'Gangnam Style': Comparing YouTube Views and Growth Rates

 

K-pop fans are no strangers to viral hits, but how does Rosé's "On The Ground" compare to the all-time YouTube sensation, Psy's "Gangnam Style"? Let’s take a look at the current numbers and see how fast each video is racking up views.

Rosé's 'On The Ground'
Released in March 2021, Rosé’s debut solo single quickly made waves. As of November 2024, the music video has surpassed 350 million views. While that’s a remarkable figure, it’s worth noting that Rosé’s video also hit 40 million views in the first 24 hours, a major accomplishment for a K-pop solo release.

Psy's 'Gangnam Style'
Now, let’s talk about the K-pop classic that changed everything. Released in July 2012, Psy’s "Gangnam Style" became a global phenomenon, eventually reaching over 4.5 billion views. This video broke the internet in its own way, becoming the first video to hit 1 billion views, a feat that took just over 5 months—an unheard-of pace at the time.

How Do Their Growth Rates Compare?

When we compare the two, the growth rates are fascinating:

• Gangnam Style was breaking records almost daily, with millions of views added within hours. It became the first video to reach 1 billion views, and it took around 5 months to hit that milestone.
• Rosé’s "On The Ground," while not achieving the same viral spike, is still growing at an impressive pace. It hit 1 million views per day on average and surpassed 100 million views within a month—a significant milestone for a solo K-pop artist.

Conclusion

While Psy’s "Gangnam Style" achieved a faster viral spread and accumulated more views over time, Rosé’s "On The Ground" is still growing at an impressive rate, driven by her global fanbase. It’s clear that K-pop’s influence has only grown since Psy’s record-breaking days, and Rosé is a great example of how quickly new content can gain momentum in the K-pop world.

For now, Rosé’s achievement is impressive, and as her views continue to climb, we can’t help but wonder—could she eventually break her own records?