Look Sports Media – Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters continues its global domination, with its soundtrack achieving phenomenal success. The film’s title track, "Golden," performed by Huntr/x featuring Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, recently claimed the #1 spot on Spotify’s global chart, boasting a staggering 5.46 million streams—a first for the song. This victory saw it outshine established artists like Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and Sabrina Carpenter, solidifying its place as a chart-topping phenomenon.
While "Golden" has since slipped to #2 on Spotify and the Billboard Global 200, its impact remains undeniable. The track currently sits at #23 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #4 on Apple Music’s global top 100. The success isn’t limited to "Golden"; other tracks from the soundtrack, including contributions from the virtual boy group Saja Boys ("Your Idol," "Soda Pop"), and other original songs like "How It’s Done," "What It Sounds Like," "Free," and "Takedown," also maintain strong chart positions globally. Three weeks after the film’s release, the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack has transcended the movie industry, becoming a global cultural phenomenon.
The film’s success is partly attributed to its clever incorporation of K-pop elements, drawing comparisons to Riot Games’ K/DA, another hugely popular virtual K-pop group. The resurgence of K/DA’s music, alongside the success of KPop Demon Hunters, highlights the symbiotic relationship between gaming and K-pop. This crossover appeal has resonated with audiences worldwide, leading to both widespread praise and some criticism. Some K-pop fans have voiced concerns about visual similarities between the film’s main character, Rumi, and Blackpink’s Jennie, alleging the film used Jennie’s likeness for promotional purposes.
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Director Maggie Kang revealed in a Mashable interview that the K-pop concept was a late addition to the script. Ironically, this almost-afterthought has become the soundtrack’s defining feature, inspiring numerous covers and content from other K-pop artists and groups. The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack’s success is a testament to the power of synergy between film, music, and the ever-growing influence of K-pop in the global entertainment landscape. The film’s impact extends beyond the silver screen, demonstrating the potent cross-pollination between gaming, music, and film in the modern entertainment sphere.
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