HUNTR/X’s ‘Golden’ Holds Global Chart No. 1
- The global music landscape continues to be reshaped by the rising influence of K-Pop, with acts from the genre achieving unprecedented success on the Billboard Global 200 chart.
- HUNTR/X's hit single, "Golden," featuring the vocal talents of EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, continues to dominate the charts, adding a fifth non-consecutive week at the top...
- Not to be outdone, Saja Boys - comprised of Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, and samUIL Lee - are also experiencing significant chart success.
K-Pop Dominates Global Charts: HUNTR/X and Saja Boys Lead the way
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published August 19, 2025
A New Peak for K-Pop on the Billboard Global 200
The global music landscape continues to be reshaped by the rising influence of K-Pop, with acts from the genre achieving unprecedented success on the Billboard Global 200 chart. Currently, HUNTR/X and Saja Boys are making waves, collectively occupying four of the top five positions – a remarkable feat demonstrating the genre’s widespread appeal.
“Golden” Continues Its Reign
HUNTR/X’s hit single, “Golden,” featuring the vocal talents of EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, continues to dominate the charts, adding a fifth non-consecutive week at the top of both the Billboard Global 200 and the billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts. The song garnered 117.8 million streams and 14,000 sales worldwide during the week ending August 14, solidifying its position as a global phenomenon. “How It’s Done” also joins the top five, jumping from No. 8 to No. 5, marking HUNTR/X’s second entry in the chart’s upper echelon.
Saja Boys Make Their Mark
Not to be outdone, Saja Boys – comprised of Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, and samUIL Lee – are also experiencing significant chart success. “Soda Pop” rises to No. 3, reclaiming its peak position, while “Your Idol” climbs to No. 4, achieving its highest rank to date. the group’s strong performance further underscores the growing international demand for K-Pop music.
Historical Context: A Chart Dominated by Global Stars
The current chart dominance of HUNTR/X and Saja boys is particularly noteworthy when considering the historical context of the Billboard Global 200. since its inception in September 2020, only a select few artists have managed to secure four concurrent top five hits. Notably, Taylor swift achieved this feat with her albums The Tortured Poets Department (May 4, 2024), 1989 (Taylor’s Version) (Nov. 11, 2023), and Midnights (Nov. 5, 2022), while Drake accomplished the same with Certified Lover Boy (Sept. 18,2021). The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack now joins this exclusive group.
Methodology: how the charts are Compiled
The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts are meticulously compiled by Luminate, the independent data provider for the Billboard charts. The rankings are based on a weighted formula that incorporates official streaming and sales data from over 200 territories worldwide. This includes both subscription and ad-supported streaming tiers,as well as digital song sales,excluding direct-to-consumer (D2C) purchases. Luminate ensures data accuracy through a rigorous review and authentication process, removing any suspicious or unverifiable data before final chart calculations are made.
Beyond the Top Five
While the spotlight shines on HUNTR/X and Saja Boys, Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” continues to perform strongly, holding at No. 2 on both the Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts after a remarkable 10 weeks at the top. BLACKPINK’s “Jump” maintains its position at No. 3 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart.