What began as a passionate creative endeavor tied to a cult-favorite animated film has transformed into one of the most consumed musical works on the planet. The original soundtrack (OST) for Netflix’s animated hit “KPop Demon Hunters” has achieved massive global prominence, officially securing the No. 2 spot on Spotify’s list of the Top 10 Most-Streamed Albums of 2025.
According to the data released in Spotify’s highly anticipated “Spotify Wrapped” campaign on December 3, the KPop Demon Hunters OST managed to outperform albums by some of the music industry’s biggest titans. The animated soundtrack charted higher than recent releases from US pop heavyweights such as Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar, underscoring the album’s unexpected but undeniable reach across the globe.
The soundtrack for Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” has outperformed major global pop stars.
“Golden” Shines on the Global Stage
The album’s success was driven largely by its flagship track, “Golden,” which ranked No. 7 on Spotify’s Top 10 Songs Worldwide. It wasn’t the only K-pop-related success on the chart; “APT.,” the viral collaboration between Blackpink’s Rosé and Bruno Mars, claimed the No. 3 position, reflecting the song’s dominance on social media and streaming platforms throughout the year.
The KPop Demon Hunters phenomenon was not limited to international numbers; it struck a chord specifically in the American market as well. In the US, the OST finished as the No. 4 most-streamed album of the year, while the hit single “Golden” secured the No. 6 spot on the country’s most-streamed songs chart.
Rosé and Bruno Mars also saw massive success in 2025 with their hit “APT.”
Bad Bunny Reclaims the Throne
While the animated soundtrack made headlines for its runner-up status, the top spot belonged to a familiar face. The world’s most-streamed album of 2025 was Debi Tirar Más Fotos by Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny. The reggaeton icon also topped the Top 10 Global Artists ranking, reclaiming his dominance and pushing Taylor Swift to the No. 2 position.
In the singles category, the most-streamed track of the year globally was “Die With a Smile,” the powerhouse duet by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
These rankings solidify Spotify’s influence in the industry, as the platform continues to command roughly 31% of the global music streaming market, reinforcing its position as the world’s leading audio service.
Bad Bunny topped the global charts as the most-streamed artist of 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)
What is ‘KPop Demon Hunters’?
KPop Demon Hunters is a popular animated film released on Netflix. It features a fictional K-pop group and has gained a massive following not just for its story, but for its original soundtrack which has topped global charts.
How popular is the soundtrack compared to mainstream pop music?
It is extremely popular. In 2025, the soundtrack was the 2nd most-streamed album on Spotify globally, surprisingly beating out albums by major artists like Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar.
What is the most popular song from the KPop Demon Hunters movie?
The flagship track from the album is titled “Golden.” It ranked as the No. 7 most-streamed song globally and the No. 6 most-streamed song in the United States for 2025.
Who was the #1 artist on Spotify in 2025?
The Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny was the #1 Global Artist, and his album Debi Tirar Más Fotos was the #1 most-streamed album, surpassing the KPop Demon Hunters OST.
What is Spotify Wrapped?
Spotify Wrapped is an annual marketing campaign by Spotify that allows users to view a compilation of data about their listening activity over the past year, while also releasing global data on the most popular songs, artists, and albums.
