Top 5 viral K-Pop and soundtrack hits of August 2025. Featuring Huntr/x’s “Golden,” Saja Boys’ hits, and BLACKPINK’s “Jump.” Dominating Billboard, Spotify, and TikTok trends worldwide.Images via YouTube Official Channel of Sony Pictures Animation / X (Twitter) @chartsblackpink @DiscussingFilm
The phenomenon of K-Pop Demon Hunters is no longer just about an animated film—it has evolved into a global music wave. The film’s soundtrack has blurred the line between fiction and reality, creating a K-pop trend powerful enough to dominate the world’s biggest music charts. Songs like “Golden,” “Soda Pop,” and “Your Idol” are charting high on both Billboard and Spotify, while BLACKPINK’s “Jump” proves that real-world K-pop remains unstoppable. Together, they highlight how in 2025, Korean pop culture thrives not only on music stages but also through cross-media storytelling. Below are the five most viral songs in August 2025.
1. Golden – Huntr/x
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“Golden” is the biggest surprise of the year. For the first time, a fictional girl group—Huntr/x from K-Pop Demon Hunters—landed at No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The song also made history by surpassing BLACKPINK in daily Spotify U.S. streams, a feat fans thought nearly impossible. With its dazzling animation visuals and an instantly addictive hook, “Golden” has been dubbed a global anthem by listeners. On TikTok, the track exploded, being used in over 3 million videos within just two weeks, making it one of the most influential releases of 2025.
2. Soda Pop – Saja Boys
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Fresh, playful, and retro-inspired, “Soda Pop” by Saja Boys has become unavoidable in K-pop circles. The fictional boyband struck gold with this upbeat track, turning it into a TikTok phenomenon thanks to the #SodaPopDance challenge. Even real-life idols joined the trend, reposting and recreating the choreography. Chart-wise, the song debuted at No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and entered the Top 10 of the Global 200, an impressive feat for an animated soundtrack. Saja Boys’ growing visibility on K-pop forums proves that fictional music can indeed transform into a real-world pop culture movement.
3. Your Idol – Saja Boys
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In contrast to the playful energy of “Soda Pop,” “Your Idol” carries a more nostalgic tone with emotional harmonies that resonated deeply with fans. The song climbed into the Top 5 on the Billboard Global 200 and marked the highest U.S. Spotify debut for any fictional boyband to date. On TikTok, “Your Idol” became a fan-favorite for edits and tributes, with users pairing the song to fancams, concert footage, and behind-the-scenes clips of their favorite idols. This phenomenon illustrates how music can bridge fiction and reality, allowing Saja Boys to transcend their animated origins and become part of the global K-pop conversation.
4. How It’s Done – Huntr/x
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As the opening anthem of K-Pop Demon Hunters, “How It’s Done” bursts with bold energy, perfectly capturing the fierce identity of Huntr/x. The track debuted at No. 8 on the Global 200 and No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100, proving its strong international reception. With a power-packed dance routine, the #HowItsDone challenge spread rapidly, embraced by K-pop trainees, influencers, and global creators alike. On platforms like Reddit, many users commented that “How It’s Done” could easily pass as a real debut track for an actual idol group—further evidence that this soundtrack rivals top-tier K-pop releases.
5. Jump – BLACKPINK
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Amid the wave of fictional groups, BLACKPINK’s comeback track “Jump” reminds everyone that real-world K-pop remains unmatched. The song hit No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 in late July and continues to hold strong at No. 7 this August. With its explosive dance-pop rhythm and stunning comeback visuals, “Jump” quickly dominated TikTok, inspiring thousands of dance covers from fans and celebrities worldwide. In Korea, the track swept weekly music show trophies, cementing BLACKPINK’s reign as the unrivaled queens of K-pop.
Conclusion
The K-Pop Demon Hunters phenomenon demonstrates how far K-pop has transcended boundaries. An animated film soundtrack not only entered Billboard and Spotify charts but also became viral on TikTok, sparking conversations across fandoms and forums. Paired with BLACKPINK’s high-profile comeback, August 2025 has become a milestone moment for Korean entertainment. With its blend of visual storytelling, addictive hooks, and the unstoppable power of global fandoms, this year will be remembered as one of the most remarkable chapters in K-pop history.
Sources: Billboard, Spotify Charts, TikTok Trends, Reddit K-Pop Forums.
So emotional!
But who cares, it’s that song!! 
Turns out I’m not alone. Even though my voice sounds like a squeaky frog, lmao
absolute genius.