KPop Demon Hunters’ chart-topping anthem 'Golden' has come remarkably close to making another piece of music history. Nearly a year after its release, the song has climbed to a new peak on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart, stopping just one position short of the coveted No. 1 spot.

This week, 'Golden' rose from No. 3 to No. 2 on the Adult Contemporary tally. The achievement is especially notable considering the song has already spent 34 weeks on the chart and continues to gain momentum long after its debut.

The track is performed by the fictional girl group Huntrix (stylized as HUNTR/X), featuring vocalists Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, and was introduced in Netflix’s animated blockbuster KPop Demon Hunters. Since its release in July 2025, the song has become one of the film’s defining successes.

Despite its latest surge, 'Golden' was blocked from the top position by Alex Warren’s 'Ordinary,' which continues its dominant run atop the chart. Still, the song’s continued growth highlights its enduring popularity across multiple radio formats.

The near-record finish is still a significant achievement for the track. With strong airplay numbers and sustained listener interest, 'Golden' remains well-positioned to continue its impressive chart run in the weeks ahead.

While 'Golden' may have fallen just short of another Billboard record this week, the song's remarkable journey proves why it remains one of the most celebrated tracks of the decade.

KPop Demon Hunters’ Hit Song 'Golden' became an award season favorite

'Golden' is widely regarded as one of the most successful songs to emerge from a K-pop-related project. During the 2025–2026 awards season, it became the first K-pop song to win a Grammy, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award, cementing its place in music history.

The song also collected numerous honors, including wins at the Critics’ Choice Awards, American Music Awards, MAMA Awards, Melon Music Awards, and Hollywood Music in Media Awards. Beyond awards recognition, 'Golden' previously topped the Billboard Hot 100 and played a major role in KPop Demon Hunters becoming a global streaming phenomenon.

Although KPop Demon Hunters ' 'Golden' narrowly missed reaching No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart this week, its latest achievement further strengthens its status as a record-breaking hit. With the song still performing strongly on the radio, its quest for another historic milestone may not be over yet.

Do you think KPop Demon Hunters' 'Golden' will eventually claim the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart? Let us know in the comments!

Written by

Karishma Dasgupta

Edited by

Hriddhi Maitra