Some songs fade after their trending moment. BTS’s “FAKE LOVE” isn’t one of them. Eight years after its release, the track just crossed 1.4 billion views on YouTube — proof that the ARMY’s love for this iconic era never really cooled down.
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The Milestone, Explained
On August 13 at 3:46 p.m. KST, “FAKE LOVE” officially crossed the 1.4 billion view mark on YouTube. That makes it the sixth BTS music video to hit this milestone, joining an elite lineup of the group’s biggest visual hits.
Originally released on May 18, 2018, “FAKE LOVE” took roughly eight years, two months, and 25 days to reach 1.4 billion views — a slower climb compared to some of the group’s faster record-breakers, but a milestone that proves the song’s staying power all the same.
BTS’s 1.4 Billion View Club
| # | Music Video | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boy With Luv | 1.4B+ views |
| 2 | DNA | 1.4B+ views |
| 3 | Dynamite | 1.4B+ views |
| 4 | MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) | 1.4B+ views |
| 5 | IDOL | 1.4B+ views |
| 6 | FAKE LOVE | 1.4B+ views (newest addition) |
Six music videos crossing this threshold is a rare feat in K-pop, and it says a lot about how consistently BTS’s discography continues to pull in new and returning viewers year after year.
Why “FAKE LOVE” Still Hits Different
Part of “Love Yourself: Tear,” “FAKE LOVE” became one of BTS’s most recognizable tracks thanks to its haunting visuals, emotional vocal performances, and one of the group’s most iconic choreography sequences. Even years later, it remains a fan favorite live and on streaming platforms alike — which explains why its view count kept climbing steadily long after its initial release buzz faded.
What’s Next For BTS Fans
While celebrating this milestone, fans can also revisit BTS’s docu-series “BREAK THE SILENCE,” which offers a closer look at the group’s journey behind the scenes — a solid watch for anyone wanting more context behind eras like this one.
