Although it is not an official song released by a K-pop singer, it is the first time that a song created as an OST for a K-pop-themed movie has reached the top of the HOT100.
It is expected that this will be a catalyst for breathing new vitality into the pop world. [K-Pop anime theme syndrome spreads as OST craze]
On the 12th, Billboard announced through a chart teaser article posted on their website that "Golden" had been ranked first.
The HOT100 is a weekly ranking based on the number of radio broadcasts in the US, music sales, and streaming performance.
This is a chart that determines the most popular songs of the year. "Golden" first entered the chart at No. 81 early last month and has been gradually climbing the ranks ever since. Recently, it has been ranked No. 2 for two consecutive weeks, surpassing its top spot.
"Golden," which had been building up a desire to take the top spot, finally beat out American singer-songwriter Alex Warren's "Ordinary" to take the top spot.
Popular music critic Jeong Min-jae said, "The symbolism of being number one on the Billboard Hot 100 is special. 'Golden's' top ranking shows that K-pop and Korean culture are becoming increasingly popular in the region."
"This is proof that they have completely penetrated the public's hearts." Previously, songs that reached number one on the Hot 100 were "Dynamite" by BTS and "Savage" by
Love”, “Life Goes On”, “Butter”, “Permission to Dance”, “My
Universe," "Like Crazy" by BTS's JIMIN, and "Seven" by BTS's JUNG KOOK.
"Golden" is the ninth K-pop song to reach number one on the Hot 100. It is the first song not related to BTS to reach number one, and the first song sung by a female singer to reach number one.
PSY's 2012 hit "Gangnam Style" and BLACKPINK's ROSE's hit "APT.", released last year, both reached second and third place, respectively.
" recorded 31.7 million streams during this chart collection period, a 9% increase compared to the previous week. Radio broadcast scores and music sales increased by 71% and 35%, respectively. As their popularity remains as hot as ever,
It is expected to remain in the top ranks of the HOT100 charts for a long time. "KPOP Demon Hunters" is a film produced by Sony Pictures Animation in the US that brings K-POP idol culture to life.
The film is based on the theme of "The Dark Knight Rises." The film tells the story of the K-pop girl group "Huntrix," who hunt evil spirits as Caldemon Hunters. The film was released on June 20th.
Since its release, it has become the number one globally viewed movie on Netflix and has been a huge hot topic. It is a musical animation, and the popularity of the work is well reflected in the OST.
The work's virtual idols, "Huntrix" and "Saja Boys," have even formed fandoms, and are becoming increasingly popular.
Popular K-pop idol singers such as EONE have taken on the dance challenge and cover of the "Demon Hunters" OST, making it a hot topic.
OSTs other than "Golden" are also popular. Along with "Golden," "Your Idol," "Soda Pop," and "How It's
The album includes seven songs: "Done," "What It Sounds Like," "Free," and "Takedown." [Expectations for rekindling K-POP's popularity, which has been stagnating]
"Golden" will appear as a song by "Huntrix" in "KPOP Demon Hunters." The song was written by Korean-American composer and singer EJAE and singer AUDREY
Nuna and Rei Ami sang together. Korean composers such as TEDDY, 24, and IDO from THE BLACK LABEL participated in the production. The lyrics are in English, but
The song also includes some Korean lyrics, such as "It will never be broken" and "We shine brightly." The song, which boasts explosive high notes, topped the two major pop charts, Billboard and Spotify, on the 1st.
It also reached number one on the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100. It also maintains its top spot on major Korean music charts, including Melon.
EJAE, who also participated in the song, wrote on her SNS account that day, "I can't find the words. All I can do is cry," and added, "I'm grateful to everyone for the love they've sent me."
He shared his thoughts on the first place. "KPOP Demon Hunters" is a work based on the heritage and history of K-POP, and the music is also composed by Korean composers in accordance with the grammar of K-POP.
Experts are of the unanimous opinion that "Golden's" success at number one on the Billboard charts can be seen as an achievement for K-pop.
Popular music critic Lim Jin-mo said, "Anyone who hears 'Golden' will recognize it as K-POP," and added, "Music and
The video is in perfect harmony, creating a synergy," he added. "'Golden's' arrival at number one on the HOT100 will be a catalyst for rekindling K-pop's popularity, which has been in a slump."
However, critic Lim Jin-mo said, "We need to reflect on the situation where no new K-pop artists have reached the top of the Hot 100 since BTS," and "We are going to have to face another
"We need to continue to make efforts to improve our creativity and artistry so that we can produce number one K-pop songs," he said.
2025/08/13 06:59 KST
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