Forbes Magazine dissected the reasons for PSY's global popularity.
Recently, Koreans around the world - whether you're studying abroad or a Korean immigrant - have been watching PSY and on more than one occasion, they found themselves feeling choked up with emotion that rose from somewhere inside. One SBS Washington reporter said that he felt those very words and is reporting as such.
Psy's "Gangnam Style" is like the modern-day "Bird" which was his debut song. This "Gangnam Style" marks a point in his life where he has come back and succeeded just like his debut song, "Bird."
Psy's "Gangnam Style" has reached over 150 million views on Youtube. It has been said that his song has succeeded due to him giving up copyright disclaimer.
"Gangnam Style" Psy has become a world star due to his music video going viral online. He has received over 100 million views on Youtube and has had famous celebrities such as Tom Cruise and Britney Spears tweet about him.
PSY's recent successes with new record labels and management deals, people are beginning to try and predict his future.
U.S. People magazine featured Psy, talking about his debut to his education status.
Rapper Psy's "Gangnam Style" music video has reached over 100 million views, beating Girls' Generation's record of 83 million views. This breaks the record for the most views for a korean artist. "Gangnam Style" is also number 31 on the U.S. iTunes 'Top 100' chart.
"Gangnam Style" is now almost at 100 million views on Youtube and becoming the next world star.
The "Gangnam Style" Psy syndrome has taken over the world. His music video on Youtube has broken a new record as well.
How popular is Psy exactly in the United States?
Singer PSY has recently opened a new set of doors for the possibilities and potential for K-POP and its spread.