‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Soundtrack Hits No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart for First Time
In a momentous occasion, the soundtrack for the popular animated film, KPop Demon Hunters, has secured the top position on the prestigious Billboard 200 albums chart for the first time. After seven weeks of bouncing back and forth as the runner-up, the soundtrack has risen to claim the coveted No. 1 spot this week. This achievement comes on the heels of the soundtrack’s outstanding performance over the past week in the U.S., with 128,000 equivalent album units sold. This recent surge in sales can be attributed to the deluxe reissue of the album on September 5, in addition to the CD release on the same day. It is noteworthy that this is the first time a soundtrack has reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart in three and a half years, following the nine-week reign of Encanto in 2022.
Notable movements within the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 this week include Justin Bieber’s album SWAG, which soared an impressive 13 spots to claim the No. 4 position following the release of its expanded deluxe version, SWAG II, featuring an additional 23 tracks. Additionally, sombr’s album I Barely Know Her has made its debut in the Top 10, climbing two spots to secure the No. 10 spot in its third week of release. The rest of the Billboard 200 Top 10 is composed of Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend at No. 2, Morgan Wallen’s I’m the Problem at No. 3, Alex Warren’s You’ll Be Alright, Kid at No. 5, SZA’s SOS making a three-spot jump to reach No. 6, Wallen’s One Thing at a Time dropping to No. 7, Stray Kids’ KARMA falling to No. 8, and Gunna’s The Last Wun sliding to No. 9.
The success of the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack on the Billboard 200 is a testament to the widespread popularity and appeal of the film and its music. This achievement underscores the significant impact that a well-crafted soundtrack can have on the overall success of a film, resonating with audiences and driving album sales to new heights. The soundtrack’s journey to the top of the Billboard 200 is a remarkable milestone in the world of music and entertainment, marking a moment of triumph and celebration for all those involved in its creation and production.