The debut song “Magnetic” by idol group ILLIT has reaffirmed its worldwide popularity with a remarkable performance on Apple Music’s 2024 global annual chart. According to Apple Music, “Magnetic” ranked 25th on the “Top Song of 2024: Global” chart, achieving the highest rank for a K-pop song this year, standing shoulder to shoulder with global artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift.
“Magnetic” particularly shone by ranking first in both South Korea and Taiwan on the “Top 100 of 2024” chart, 12th in Japan, 15th in Hong Kong/Macau, and 53rd in China, marking the highest K-pop rankings in these countries and regions.
ILLIT’s popularity and talent have also caught the attention of major international music magazines. The UK’s leading music magazine NME selected “Magnetic” as 27th in their “Top 50 Songs of 2024,” praising the song’s addictive pop hooks and lively synths. Additionally, it placed 5th in the “Top 15 K-pop Songs of 2024” by the US magazine PopMatters.
Meanwhile, ILLIT showcased a performance of “Magnetic” on Japan’s Fuji TV “2024 FNS Music Festival” on the 4th. The members captivated the audience with a mesmerizing performance against the backdrop of a carousel at an amusement park, using hand gestures symbolizing magnets. ILLIT is set to appear on NHK’s “Kohaku Uta Gassen” on the 31st, further solidifying their presence as a “super rookie.”
Expectations for ILLIT’s future activities remain high. Their upcoming activities and achievements on the global stage are eagerly anticipated.
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