🌟 TWICE, the iconic 9-member K-pop girl group under JYP Entertainment, has achieved unprecedented success on the Billboard 200 chart with seven album entries, including their historic first #1 album "With YOU-th" in 2024. Their latest studio album "THIS IS FOR" was released in July 2025, marking their fourth Korean studio album and coinciding with their ongoing sixth world tour. From their debut in 2015 through survival show "SIXTEEN" to becoming global superstars, TWICE continues to break barriers as the first K-pop girl group to headline Lollapalooza Chicago and maintain consistent Billboard chart presence.
TWICE: Complete Billboard 200 Success Story, THIS IS FOR Album & Global Tour Guide
🏆 TWICE's Complete Billboard 200 Chart History
TWICE has achieved seven Billboard 200 entries, making them the first K-pop girl group to land four different albums in the top 3 and five albums in the top 10. Their remarkable journey on America's most prestigious album chart showcases their global impact and growing influence in the music industry.
📊 Complete Album Rankings on Billboard 200
Album | Peak Position | Year | Notable Achievement |
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With YOU-th | #1 | 2024 | First #1 album, biggest U.S. sales week of 2024 |
Ready to Be | #2 | 2023 | Career high before With YOU-th |
Between 1&2 | #3 | 2022 | First million-selling EP |
Formula of Love: O+T=<3 | #3 | 2021 | First triple platinum certification |
Taste of Love | #6 | 2021 | First EP by girl group to top Album Sales chart |
Eyes Wide Open | #72 | 2020 | First Billboard 200 entry |
More & More | #200 | 2020 | Second Billboard 200 entry |
🎵 THIS IS FOR: TWICE's Fourth Korean Studio Album
Released on July 11, 2025, "THIS IS FOR" represents TWICE's boldest and most versatile album to date, marking their fourth Korean studio album since 2021's "Formula of Love". The album celebrates their 10th anniversary as a group and showcases their artistic growth and maturity.
🎯 Album Highlights & Performance
• Billboard 200 Debut: Launched at #6 on the Billboard 200 chart in July 2025
• Title Track: "This Is For" bursts with 808s and attitude, featuring the chant "This is for all my ladies who don't get hyped enough"
• Musical Style: Bold turn-up anthem perfect for night outs and rooftop parties
• Songwriting Credits: Lyrics by Tayla Park, a go-to songwriter for pop royalty like Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande
• Production Quality: Grand opening track designed for live performances
👥 TWICE Member Profiles: The Nine Icons
TWICE consists of nine members: Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu, formed through the survival show SIXTEEN in 2015. Each member brings unique talents and personalities that contribute to the group's global success.
🌟 Individual Member Details
Leader & Main Vocal
🎤 Park Jihyo (박지효)
• Born: February 1, 1997 | Position: Leader, Main Vocalist
• Trained for over a decade at JYP, her powerful vocals and unwavering dedication have guided the group since debut
• Leadership style: Caring and supportive, known for her strong vocal abilities
Main Vocalist & Visual
🎵 Im Nayeon (임나연)
• Born: September 22, 1995 | Position: Main Vocalist, Visual | Age: 29 (oldest member)
• Known for her bright personality and powerful vocals
• Made solo debut and appeared in various JYP projects before TWICE
Main Vocalist
🎶 Yoo Jeongyeon (유정연)
• Born: November 1, 1996 | Position: Main Vocalist
• Sister of actress Gong Seungyeon, known for her soulful and powerful vocals
• Took health breaks in 2020-2021 due to anxiety, showing resilience and strength
Main Dancer
💃 Hirai Momo (平井もも)
• Born: November 9, 1996 in Japan | Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
• Known as one of the best dancers among 3rd generation K-pop idols
• Has tiny terriers that often appear during video calls, showing her caring nature
Vocalist & Visual
✨ Minatozaki Sana (湊崎紗夏)
• Born: December 29, 1996 in Osaka, Japan | Position: Vocalist
• Auditioned for JYP Entertainment in Japan in 2012, known for captivating stage presence
• Member of Japanese sub-unit MiSaMo with Momo and Mina
Main Dancer & Vocalist
🎭 Myoui Mina (名井南)
• Born: March 24, 1997 in Japan | Position: Main Dancer, Vocalist
• Part of Japanese sub-unit MiSaMo formed in 2023
• Known for her elegant dance style and graceful stage presence
Lead Rapper & Vocalist
🎤 Kim Dahyun (김다현)
• Born: May 28, 1998 | Position: Lead Rapper, Vocalist | Only member born in 1998
• Known for her bright personality and variety show appearances
• Strong rapper with excellent variety skills
Main Rapper & Vocalist
🎨 Son Chaeyoung (손채영)
• Born: April 23, 1999 | Position: Main Rapper, Vocalist | Age: 25, one of the youngest members
• Known for her artistic talents and creative input in the group
• Strong visual artist and songwriter
Lead Dancer & Vocalist & Maknae
👑 Chou Tzuyu (周子瑜)
• Born: June 14, 1999 in Taiwan | Position: Lead Dancer, Vocalist, Maknae (youngest)
• Tallest member in the group, discovered at MUSE Performing Arts Workshop in 2012
• Made solo debut on September 6, 2024, with mini-album "aboutTZU"
• Reflects on growth: "Back then, I really didn't know anything except how to dance and sing. I was innocent in a way"
🎪 THIS IS FOR World Tour 2025 & Recent Activities
TWICE is currently conducting their sixth concert tour, "THIS IS FOR World Tour," which began on July 19, 2025, at Inspire Arena in Incheon and is set to have 23 shows in Asia and Oceania. This tour marks a significant milestone as they celebrate their 10th anniversary.
🗓️ 2025 Tour Schedule Highlights
🇰🇷 South Korea: July 19-20, 2025 - Inspire Arena, Incheon (Tour Kickoff)
🇯🇵 Japan: Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Tokyo Dome
🇸🇬 Singapore: Indoor Stadium
🇦🇺 Australia: Sydney (Qudos Bank Arena), Melbourne
🇭🇰 Hong Kong: Multiple venues
🇹🇭 Bangkok: December 13-14, 2025 (Tour Finale for Part 1)
🇺🇸 USA: Lollapalooza Chicago - July 31, 2025 (First K-pop girl group to headline)
🎵 Concert Setlist & Special Features
Recent setlist includes "THIS IS FOR," "Strategy," "MAKE ME GO," "SET ME FREE," "I CAN'T STOP ME," "MOONLIGHT SUNRISE," "The Feels," "FANCY," "What Is Love?" and many more hits. The tour features:
- Collaboration with Moment Factory for stage design
- 360-degree open seating in all venues
- Special solo and unit performances
- VCR (Video segments) between acts
- Mix of new songs from "THIS IS FOR" and classic hits
🎵THIS IF FOR M/V
🏅 Historic Achievements & Global Impact
🌍 Breaking Barriers Worldwide
• Only the third K-pop girl group to achieve #1 on Billboard 200 (after BLACKPINK and NewJeans)
• First Korean girl group to headline Lollapalooza Chicago (July 31-August 3, 2025)
• Thirteen #1 albums in South Korea, eight #1 albums on Japan's Oricon Albums Chart
• Made Billboard Hot 100 debut with "The Feels" in 2021
• Won Breakthrough Award at Billboard's Women In Music event in 2023
• Opened for Coldplay's Music of the Spheres World Tour in Seoul, April 2025
💫 2024-2025 Recent Highlights
• Record-Breaking Livestream: Most unique viewers for any Amazon Music production following NFL Thursday Night Football
• Roblox Success: Most attended meet & greet for an artist on Roblox with over 33,000 concurrent attendees
• Complex Pop-Up: Record for longest line at any Complex Pop-Up in Los Angeles, with fans waiting over 24 hours
• Collaboration with Coldplay: "We Pray (Twice Version)" released on streaming platforms April 17, 2025
• Documentary Film: "Twice: One in a Million" commemorating their 10th anniversary, releasing worldwide in October 2025
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many albums has TWICE entered on Billboard 200?
TWICE has seven Billboard 200 entries: "MORE & MORE," "Eyes Wide Open," "Taste of Love," "Formula of Love: O+T=<3 1="" and="" be="" ith="" p="" to="" you-th=""> 3>
Q: What makes "With YOU-th" special?
It's their first #1 album on Billboard 200 and achieved the biggest U.S. sales week of any album in 2024 with 90,000 traditional album sales.
Q: When is their next major milestone?
TWICE will headline Lollapalooza Chicago from July 31-August 3, 2025, making them the first Korean girl group to do so.
Q: How long have they been active?
TWICE debuted on October 20, 2015, and are celebrating their 10th anniversary in 2025. As Nayeon notes: "We dedicated our twenties to this career".
Q: What's next for TWICE?
They will release their sixth Japanese studio album "Enemy" on August 27, 2025, and a 10th anniversary documentary "Twice: One in a Million" will hit theaters worldwide in October.
🎊 Conclusion: A Decade of Excellence
As TWICE approaches their 10th anniversary, they continue to mark milestones "not with nostalgia, but with forward motion". From their humble beginnings on survival show SIXTEEN to becoming global superstars with a Billboard #1 album, TWICE has consistently broken barriers and set new standards for K-pop girl groups worldwide.
As Chaeyoung beautifully puts it: "We've always laughed and joked about the silliest things" - their genuine chemistry and sisterhood remain their greatest strength as they continue their incredible journey with the "THIS IS FOR World Tour" and upcoming projects.
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