ILLIT Dominates 2025 Billboard Japan & Spotify Charts

The K-pop girl group ILLIT has solidified their global rookie status with remarkable music chart success on the 2025 Billboard Japan year-end charts, announced on December 5, 2025. The group, managed by BELIFT LAB, continues to demonstrate its immense popularity in both domestic and international markets, particularly with its powerful Spotify streaming numbers.

Dominance on Billboard Japan’s 2025 Year-End Charts

ILLIT made a significant impact on the Billboard Japan 2025 rankings, proving their strong foothold in the Japanese music market. This achievement is fueled by the sustained popularity of their debut hit ‘Magnetic’ and the success of their first Japanese single, ‘Time, Stop!’, which was released in September 2025. The group’s ability to secure multiple high-ranking positions on such a competitive chart underscores their growing influence and dedicated fanbase in the region. This music chart success is a clear indicator of their breakthrough year.

Unprecedented Spotify Streaming and Global Impact

The group’s success extends far beyond physical sales and regional charts, with their digital performance on Spotify reaching new heights. Their continued growth on the world’s largest audio streaming platform highlights a significant global listenership and an expanding presence in the mainstream pop scene. This rapid rise, showcasing explosive growth, signals a major new force in K-pop.

‘Magnetic’ Surpasses 700 Million Streams

Throughout 2025, ILLIT’s debut song ‘Magnetic’ has shown incredible longevity. The track officially surpassed a monumental 700 million cumulative streams on Spotify. This milestone is a testament to the song’s viral appeal and enduring charm, keeping it in heavy rotation among listeners worldwide long after its initial release. The consistent Spotify streaming performance cements ‘Magnetic’ as one of the year’s biggest K-pop hits.

‘Not Cute Anymore’ Conquers US Charts

ILLIT’s more recent single, ‘Not Cute Anymore,’ has also achieved impressive chart feats. The song first entered Spotify’s ‘Daily Top Song’ Global chart on November 27, 2025. It then soared to #1 in the United States and #2 globally on Spotify’s ‘Top Song Debut’ chart for the tracking period of November 28-30, 2025. Following this, the track successfully entered the ‘Daily Top Song’ US chart on December 1, 2025, marking a significant breakthrough into the highly competitive American music market.

Viral Sensation on Social Media

The group’s music chart success is amplified by its viral popularity on short-form video platforms. The catchy ‘Not Cute Anymore’ has become a trending sound on TikTok and Instagram Reels, with creators using it in over 60,000 videos. This organic promotion has introduced the group—comprised of members Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, and Iroha—to a massive new audience, further driving their streaming numbers and solidifying their status as a leading 5th-generation K-pop girl group.

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