HUNTR/X’s hit song “Golden,” featured in the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, continues to soar, reclaiming the top spot on both the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts. This marks a remarkable rebound for the track, which first achieved this milestone as the group’s debut leader on both charts. The song, performed by vocal talents EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, collected an impressive 98.5 million streams, representing a 20% increase week-over-week, alongside 8,000 sales, which rose by 26% during the tracking period of July 18-24.
In addition to this achievement, HUNTR/X’s “How It’s Done” ascended into the Global Excl. U.S. top 10, moving from 12th to 10th place, while on the Global 200 chart, it improved from 9th to 7th, setting a new peak for the group.
Another significant entry this week is Faheem Abdullah’s “Saiyaara,” which debuts at No. 10 on the Global 200 and makes a remarkable leap from 177 to 4 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart. This is Abdullah’s first top 10 hit, driven by extraordinary streaming success, as the track achieved a 321% increase in streams and an astounding 778% surge in sales.
The rankings reflect a combination of streaming and sales data gathered from over 200 territories worldwide, as compiled by Luminate. The charts have established themselves as critical indicators of global music trends since their inception in September 2020.
In a competitive week, Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” rebounds to second place on the Global 200 following a ten-week run at the top, while BLACKPINK’s “Jump” and Justin Bieber’s “Daisies” faced declines, landing at third and fourth, respectively. Additionally, Saja Boys’ “Soda Pop,” another selection from KPop Demon Hunters, continues to gain traction, moving from 6th to 5th.
With such dynamic performances on the charts, it is clear that the global music scene is thriving, embracing a diverse range of artists and genres. The next chart update from Billboard will be available on July 29, and followers can stay informed through their social media channels.
Overall, the continued success of songs like “Golden” and “Saiyaara” is a testament to the evolving landscape of the music industry and the increasing worldwide appeal of diverse musical offerings.