Last Updated: October 2026 | Source: Official Record Label Registries & YouTube Premieres Analytics
Verification Standards & Methodology: Songray tracks opening-day engagement metrics exclusively from verified global music video premieres on official label channels (including HYBE LABELS and YG Entertainment / BLACKPINK). Opening-day like counts measure the certified number of authenticated user likes registered within exactly 24 hours of premiere. Shorts, teaser videos, lyric re-uploads, and unofficial fan cuts are strictly eliminated.
While 24-hour view counts measure global audience reach, opening-day likes reflect active, synchronized fan passion. Achieving millions of likes within the first day requires intense community coordination, making this benchmark an authentic measure of day-one reception. Below is the verified leaderboard of the most liked songs in first 24 hours on YouTube of all time.
Top 10 Most Liked Songs in First 24 Hours (Rankings Table)
Below is the verified ranking of the music videos with the highest like tallies recorded within the first 24 hours of release. Each row displays official rank, thumbnail, song title, credited artists, release year, and opening-day likes. Clicking any thumbnail opens the official music video directly on YouTube.
| Rank | Thumbnail | Song | Artist / Act | Year | 24H Likes |
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| 1 |
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Dynamite | BTS | 2020 | 8.82M |
| 2 |
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Butter | BTS | 2021 | 8.69M |
| 3 |
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Ice Cream | BLACKPINK with Selena Gomez | 2020 | 6.87M |
| 4 |
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Permission to Dance | BTS | 2021 | 6.77M |
| 5 |
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Boy With Luv | BTS ft. Halsey | 2019 | 6.64M |
| 6 |
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Life Goes On | BTS | 2020 | 6.43M |
| 7 |
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Pink Venom | BLACKPINK | 2022 | 6.04M |
| 8 |
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Yet To Come | BTS | 2022 | 5.87M |
| 9 |
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How You Like That | BLACKPINK | 2020 | 5.86M |
| 10 |
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Seven | Jung Kook ft. Latto | 2023 | 5.80M |
What is the most liked song in first 24 hours on YouTube?
“Dynamite” by BTS holds the all-time world record among the most liked songs in first 24 hours on YouTube, amassing 8.82 million likes following its premiere in August 2020. BTS also takes the #2 position with “Butter” (8.69M likes), while “Ice Cream” by BLACKPINK feat. Selena Gomez holds the all-time female record at 6.87 million likes.
Note: Milestone metrics reflect verified platform likes recorded during the exact 24-hour premiere window across official label uploads.
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How Opening-Day Engagement Is Measured
Unlike total view counts—which can be influenced by passive autoplay impressions and prolonged ad placements—a YouTube “Like” requires an authenticated, intentional user click. Tracking the most liked songs in first 24 hours provides a direct measurement of organic opening-day enthusiasm.
- Precise 24-Hour Window: The metric evaluates the net verified likes gained from the exact minute of the public video premiere to the 1,440-minute mark.
- Primary Official Music Videos: Calculations only consider the lead visual upload hosted on verified label registries (such as HYBE LABELS and BLACKPINK’s official channel). Audio-only tracks, dance practices, and performance teasers are excluded.
- Real-Time Filter Verification: Platform audit adjustments that remove inorganic or duplicate automated clicks are factored into the final 24-hour snapshot.
Top 10 Record-Breaking Tracks: In-Depth Breakdown
1. Dynamite – BTS (2020)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / HYBE | Language: English
Milestone Status: The all-time world record for most likes in 24 hours (8.82M likes).
Why It Made History: Premiering on August 21, 2020, “Dynamite” served as BTS’s first full English-language single, engineered as a joyful disco-pop message of hope during global lockdowns. Supported by a record-breaking live premiere audience of over 3 million concurrent viewers, the video accumulated over 8.81 million likes within 24 hours—a historic digital record that remains unbroken.
2. Butter – BTS (2021)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / HYBE | Language: English
Milestone Status: Ranks #2 all-time with 8.69M likes and holds the all-time 24-hour views record (108.2M).
Why It Made History: Following the unprecedented commercial run of Dynamite, BTS returned in May 2021 with the dance-pop anthem “Butter”. Boasting charismatic basslines and synchronized choreography, the video logged 8.69 million likes alongside 108.2 million views on Day 1, demonstrating historic opening-day listener retention.
3. Ice Cream – BLACKPINK with Selena Gomez (2020)
Record Label: YG Entertainment / Interscope | Format: Global Pop Crossover
Milestone Status: The highest opening-day like count for a female group in YouTube history (6.87M likes).
Why It Made History: Combining the immense worldwide popularity of BLACKPINK with American pop star Selena Gomez, “Ice Cream” offered a colorful, bubblegum-pop production ahead of The Album. Combining Western pop fandom with global BLINK coordination, the video secured over 6.87 million likes on its premiere day.
4. Permission to Dance – BTS (2021)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / HYBE | Co-Writer: Ed Sheeran
Milestone Status: Reached 6.77M likes in its opening 24 hours.
Why It Made History: Co-written with Ed Sheeran, “Permission to Dance” incorporated international sign language for joy, dance, and peace into its choreography. Its inclusive, uplifting theme drove widespread audience participation across international markets, securing over 6.77 million Day-1 likes.
5. Boy With Luv – BTS ft. Halsey (2019)
Record Label: Big Hit / Columbia | Featured Artist: Halsey
Milestone Status: The earliest release on the leaderboard to surpass 6.6M opening-day likes.
Why It Made History: Serving as the lead single for Map of the Soul: Persona, this dynamic collaboration with American singer Halsey shattered digital streaming records in April 2019. The vibrant retro-cinema visual set a new standard for modern pop premieres, logging 6.64 million likes in its first 24 hours.
6. Life Goes On – BTS (2020)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / HYBE | Language: Korean
Milestone Status: Highest opening-day likes for an alternative acoustic-pop ballad (6.43M likes).
Why It Made History: Directed by group member Jung Kook, “Life Goes On” offered an intimate, reflective contrast to high-energy dance singles. Released alongside the album BE in November 2020, its comforting message resonated worldwide, pulling in 6.43 million likes on Day 1.
7. Pink Venom – BLACKPINK (2022)
Record Label: YG Entertainment / Interscope | Album: BORN PINK
Milestone Status: Fastest female music video of 2022 to clear 6 million likes (6.04M likes).
Why It Made History: Marking the group’s highly anticipated return after a two-year hiatus, “Pink Venom” merged traditional Korean geomungo instrumentation with 90s hip-hop beats. The cinematic music video generated 6.04 million likes in its first 24 hours, leading all 2022 female pop releases.
8. Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment) – BTS (2022)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / HYBE | Album: Proof
Milestone Status: Commemorative anthology single logging 5.87M opening-day likes.
Why It Made History: Released in June 2022 as the titular single for the anthology album Proof, “Yet To Come” served as a nostalgic tribute to the group’s nine-year journey. Featuring visual callbacks to historic past music videos, emotional global fan engagement propelled the track to 5.87 million Day-1 likes.
9. How You Like That – BLACKPINK (2020)
Record Label: YG Entertainment / Interscope | Format: Pre-release Single
Milestone Status: Groundbreaking summer 2020 premiere earning 5.86M likes.
Why It Made History: Premiering in June 2020, “How You Like That” became a worldwide cultural phenomenon. With striking visual sets and a thunderous brass drop, the video secured 5.86 million likes on its first day, setting the foundation for the group’s historic The Album campaign.
10. Seven – Jung Kook ft. Latto (2023)
Record Label: Big Hit Music / Geffen | Featured Artist: Latto
Milestone Status: The highest opening-day like count for a solo artist in YouTube history (5.80M likes).
Why It Made History: Launching Jung Kook’s solo album rollout in July 2023, the UK-garage pop single “Seven” paired infectious vocal hooks with a humorous, cinematic narrative co-starring actress Han So-hee. The video secured 5.80 million likes in 24 hours, making Jung Kook the only solo artist in history to enter the all-time Top 10.
Key Streaming Trends in Global Premieres
- The K-Pop Premiere Monopoly: All 10 spots on the all-time leaderboard are occupied by Korean pop acts (BTS, BLACKPINK, and Jung Kook), highlighting unprecedented global fan mobilization.
- Solo Milestone Breakthrough: Jung Kook’s “Seven” (featuring Latto) stands as the only solo artist release inside the global Top 10, demonstrating immense individual commercial strength.
- The 5.8-Million Threshold: Every single track featured on the all-time Top 10 achieved at least 5.8 million likes within its initial 24-hour cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the most liked song in first 24 hours on YouTube?
“Dynamite” by BTS holds the all-time record as the most liked song in first 24 hours on YouTube, earning 8.82 million likes upon its premiere on August 21, 2020.
Which female music video earned the most likes in 24 hours?
“Ice Cream” by BLACKPINK with Selena Gomez holds the female record, generating 6.87 million likes in its first 24 hours in August 2020.
Which solo artist has the most likes in first 24 hours?
Jung Kook holds the solo record with his debut single “Seven” (feat. Latto), capturing approximately 5.80 million likes within its opening 24 hours in July 2023.
How many likes are required to enter the all-time Top 10?
To enter the global Top 10, a music video must surpass the 5.8-million-like threshold achieved by Jung Kook’s Seven and BLACKPINK’s How You Like That.