PSY’s “Gangnam Style” Hits 6 Billion YouTube Views

PSY’s global smash “Gangnam Style” has reached a new milestone, surpassing 6 billion views on YouTube on 17 July 2026. With this achievement, it becomes the first music video by an Asian artist to hit the mark and only the fifth video overall to do so.

Released in July 2012, the track quickly turned into a worldwide phenomenon, driven by its catchy beat and instantly recognisable choreography. It took just over 14 years for the video to climb to this latest record.

“Gangnam Style” already holds a special place in YouTube history, as it was the first video ever to surpass 1 billion views back in 2012, helping reshape how global audiences consume music online.

The song played a key role in introducing K-pop to a broader international audience, including fans across Europe, where it dominated charts, clubs, and viral trends at the time.

Even years after its release, the music video continues to attract new viewers, showing its lasting cultural impact and cross-generational appeal.

This latest milestone further cements PSY’s legacy as a pioneer in bringing Korean pop music to the global mainstream.