The Global Charts Just Got Served a Double Shot of K-Pop

Forget a victory lap, the IFPI just handed the entire music industry a reality check. Rosé and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” isn’t just a hit, it’s the undisputed global song of the year. But the real plot twist? Right on her heels is rookie powerhouse HUNTR/X, snatching the #2 spot.

Talk about a power move. While other acts are fighting for scraps, the K-pop universe casually dominated the entire planet’s streaming habits. Rosé proves a BLACKPINK member solo is a force of nature, and HUNTR/X just announced their demon-hunting era is officially global.

So, who needs a “big break” when you can just break the entire chart system instead? The old guard is officially on notice. The question is… who’s getting dethroned next?

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