"Golden," the breakout hit from Netflix's animated film "K-Pop Demon Hunters" soundtrack, has maintained its grip on the top of the British Official Singles Chart Top 100 for an impressive fifth week overall. The song has now secured the number one position for four consecutive weeks, marking a remarkable achievement for K-pop music in the international market.
The track first climbed to the summit of the UK charts on August 1st and has shown no signs of slowing down since then. According to the latest chart results released on Friday, "Golden" continues to dominate British music consumption, reflecting the growing global influence of Korean pop culture and entertainment.
"Golden" represents the collaborative efforts of three talented artists who brought the fictional girl group Huntr/x to life in the animated feature. The song showcases the vocals of Ejae, a skilled composer who received training at the prestigious SM Entertainment company, along with Korean American singer Audrey Nuna and South Korean-born U.S. artist Rei Ami. Their combined talents have created a track that resonates with audiences across different cultural backgrounds.
The success of "Golden" marks a significant milestone in K-pop's British chart history, becoming the first Korean pop song to reach the number one spot in thirteen years. The last K-pop track to achieve this feat was Psy's viral sensation "Gangnam Style," which topped the charts back in 2012 and introduced many Western audiences to the genre for the first time.
The song's impact extends beyond British shores, as "Golden" also conquered the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States earlier this week. This dual achievement demonstrates the track's widespread appeal and the growing acceptance of K-pop music in major Western markets.
The success isn't limited to just the lead single, as multiple tracks from the "K-Pop Demon Hunters" soundtrack have performed exceptionally well on the British charts. "Soda Pop" secured the fifth position, while "Your Idol" claimed the eighth spot, showcasing the overall quality and appeal of the film's musical offerings. Additionally, "Takedown" rounded out the soundtrack's chart presence by landing at the 24th position.
The animated film itself tells the captivating story of a K-pop girl group that leads a double life, secretly battling demons while performing on global stages and maintaining their public personas as pop stars. This unique premise has clearly resonated with audiences worldwide, contributing to both the film's success and the popularity of its soundtrack.
Netflix has officially confirmed that "K-Pop Demon Hunters" has become the streaming platform's most-watched movie of all time, a testament to the film's unprecedented global appeal. Since its release on June 20th, the animated sensation has accumulated an astounding 236 million views, surpassing the previous record holder, the action-comedy film "Red Notice," which had garnered 230.9 million views.
