Spotify Surges With 'Kpop Demon Hunters' Soundtrack as Animated Hit Goes Viral

By C.M. Ong | June 28, 2025

Netflix’s latest animated sensation Kpop Demon Hunters has extended its domination beyond the screen and into the music world. Just days after its premiere, the film’s original soundtrack has taken over Spotify’s U.S. Daily Top Songs chart—an impressive feat for an animated project rooted in K-pop and fantasy.

Original Soundtracks Fuel Global Buzz

With hits like “Your Idol,” “Golden,” “How It’s Done,” “Soda Pop,” “What It Sounds Like,” “Free,” and “Takedown” all charting within Spotify’s U.S. Top 100, the Kpop Demon Hunters OST is being praised for its high production value, catchy melodies, and narrative-driven lyrics.

These songs do more than just fill scenes—they drive the emotion, elevate the stakes, and echo the identities of the fictional group HUNTR/X and their fierce journey. Fans across the globe have responded enthusiastically, replaying the tracks and boosting them into viral status.

More Than a Film: K-pop Meets Supernatural Action

The movie tells the story of HUNTR/X, a dazzling girl group adored on stage and deadly offstage—slaying demons in secret while maintaining their glamorous idol lives. Their conflict with the Saja Boys, a rival demon-infested boy group, adds layers of drama, suspense, and action to a world brimming with music and mythology.

Blending K-pop star power, animated action, and deep cultural roots, the film is striking a chord with global audiences and establishing itself as a genre-defying cultural crossover.

Music That Matches the Magic

Unlike many soundtracks that stay in the background, Kpop Demon Hunters brings its music front and center. The tracks feel like live performances woven into cinematic storytelling, giving the experience a concert-like energy within an animated world.

With music as a driving force behind the plot and character development, the OST is a key reason why Kpop Demon Hunters is more than just a visual delight—it’s a full sensory experience.