India, July 16 -- It is safe to say that a well-received music video release is the ultimate proof of a music star's global presence in today's digital era. Over the years, only a handful of top artists have broken records with music video premieres that pulled in tens of millions of views on YouTube within hours of release. These biggest YouTube music video debuts didn't just hit the big numbers, but they also redefined the landscape of global influence.

From K-pop powerhouses BTS and BLACKPINK to pop superstar Taylor Swift, few artists have changed what it means to make a big splash online. Their music video debuts racked up views, dominated trending charts, and set new industry standards for online engagement.

Today, we visit the top...