KPop Demon Hunters’ hit song “Golden” has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing **1 billion views** on YouTube in less than seven months. The track, performed by vocalists **EJAE**, **Audrey Nuna**, and **REI AMI**, features in the soundtrack of the popular Netflix film and has quickly resonated with fans worldwide.
The song’s rapid ascent to this prestigious mark is noteworthy, as many tracks take years to reach such a significant number of views. Since the movie premiered in **June 2025**, “Golden” has become the first track from KPop Demon Hunters to join YouTube’s Billion Views Club. Other songs from the soundtrack, including “Soda Pop,” “Your Idol,” and “How It’s Done,” are also gaining traction on both U.S. and global charts.
Golden Globes Recognition
In addition to its online success, “Golden” received critical acclaim at the **Golden Globes** on **January 11, 2026**, where it won the award for **Best Original Song**. The track spent **eight weeks** at No. 1 on the **Billboard Hot 100**, and closed out the year at the top of the **Billboard** staff’s year-end best songs list.
During her emotional acceptance speech, **EJAE**, who contributed to the song’s writing and recording, expressed her gratitude and the song’s impact. She stated, “It’s a dream come true to be part of a song that’s helping other girls, other boys and everyone of all ages to get through their hardships and accept themselves.” She dedicated the award to those who have faced rejection, encouraging them that “rejection is redirection” and affirming that it is “never too late to shine like you were born to be.”
As “Golden” continues to soar in popularity, its music video invites viewers to join the celebration of its success, echoing the sentiments of perseverance and self-acceptance that have captivated audiences around the globe.
