"K-Pop Sets Another Milestone" (CEO of the Official Charts in the UK)

The soundtrack 'GOLDEN' from the Netflix animated movie 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' has made history on the UK Official Charts.

On February 1 (local time), the UK Official Singles Chart announced that "'GOLDEN' has reached No. 1 on the Singles Chart 'Top 100.' This is the first time a K-Pop song has topped the chart in 13 years."

Martin Talbot, CEO of the Official Charts, expressed his amazement, saying, "The soundtrack of 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' maintained the top spot in the Official Compilation Chart, and with 'GOLDEN,' it has now reached No. 1."

A K-Pop artist has not topped the Official Chart since 2012, when PSY first opened the way for K-Pop with 'Gangnam Style' in the UK.

Talbot remarked, "It has been 13 years since 'Gangnam Style.' This is a moment that serves as another milestone for K-Pop. K-Pop is demonstrating a presence on par with that of Oasis."

The last animated soundtrack to reach No. 1 on the Official Chart was in 2022, with 'We Don't Talk About Bruno' from 'Encanto: The Magical World.'

'GOLDEN' is a song performed by the girl group 'HUNTRIX' in the film. It features lyrics by Lee Jae, a former SM trainee, and American-Korean singer Audrey Nuna, along with Ray Amina. It was co-written by five composers, including Lee Jae, Mark Sonnenblick, Ideeo, 24, and Teddy.

The song is characterized by its refreshing high notes and strong lyrics. Cover challenges are ongoing from artists like Sea from 'S.E.S,' Lee Jae-ri, Solar, Jung Eun-ji, Bang Min-ah, An Yu-jin, Ailee, Fifty Fifty, and Park Hye-won.

In addition to 'GOLDEN,' two more songs from the OST have made it into the Top 20; 'Your Idol' by the Savage Boys entered the Top 10, while 'Soda Pop' ranked No. 11.

'K-Pop Demon Hunters' is an action fantasy project that combines K-Pop and the occult (exorcism), showcasing Korean elements and unique K-Pop charm.

It has recorded worldwide popularity, becoming the most-watched original animated film released by Netflix. The total viewing time is 220.8 million hours, with a total of 132.4 million views.

<Photo source: Captured from the UK Official Chart website>