Karol G's 'BbY WOW' Climbs to Global No. 1, Ousting Shakira's World Cup Anthem
The collaborative track 'BbY WOW' by Karol G, Judeline, and rusowsky has taken the top spot on both the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts. It ends the 10-week reign of Shakira and Burna Boy's 'Dai Dai' on the international list. The song is the first predominantly Spanish-language No. 1 since Bad Bunny's 'DtMF' earlier this year.
The track's ascent marks a notable milestone for the artists involved. While Karol G previously topped the global charts with Shakira, this collaboration gives Judeline and rusowsky their first taste of global chart supremacy. The song's streaming surge is particularly strong outside the United States, where it saw a 72% weekly increase.
The new chart rankings, dated September 12, 2026, are scheduled for release on September 9, a day later than usual due to the Labor Day holiday. The data, compiled by Luminate from over 200 territories, reflects a weighted mix of official streams and digital downloads. The full 200-position lists are available exclusively on Billboard Pro.
The shift in global chart leadership could signal a renewed mainstream appetite for Spanish-language pop outside traditional Latin markets. By displacing a World Cup anthem, this collaboration may influence how international brands and festivals prioritize regional sounds for global campaigns. The success of lesser-known acts like Judeline and rusowsky alongside a superstar could also open doors for emerging artists, potentially reshaping the industry's promotional focus toward collaborative, cross-border projects.