With 2025 drawing to a close, the K-pop industry delivered an overwhelming number of releases. Yet amid fierce competition and evolving chart systems, only four hits succeeded in securing a Perfect All-Kill, highlighting just how rare and challenging the feat has become. A Perfect All-Kill is achieved when a song simultaneously takes the top position on all major South Korean music services like Melon, Genie, Bugs, FLO, VIBE, and YouTube Music, while also ranking No. 1 on Instiz’s real-time and weekly iChart.
Let’s revisit the four rare hits of 2025 that accomplished this remarkable feat:
REBEL HEART [IVE]
IVE secured yet another Perfect All-Kill with their 2025 hit “REBEL HEART,” further cementing their status as one of the most dominant fourth-generation girl groups. The achievement highlights their remarkable consistency and digital strength in an increasingly competitive market. Showcasing a clear evolution in sound while retaining their signature confidence, the track blends powerful hooks with a rebellious message of self-empowerment that resonated with both fans and the general public.
TOO BAD [G-DRAGON]
G-DRAGON made a long-awaited and unforgettable comeback in 2025 with “TOO BAD.” The track highlights his signature lyrical brilliance, experimental production, and an exciting collaboration with popular American artist Anderson .Paak. Despite minimal promotion, “TOO BAD” swept the charts upon release, demonstrating GD’s unmatched impact. As the male soloist with the highest number of songs achieving the coveted Perfect All-Kills, “TOO BAD” earned 222 PAKs, once again reaffirming his status as a generational icon whose artistry continues to shape the industry.
GOLDEN [HUNTR/X]
“GOLDEN” by HUNTR/X, featured in Netflix’s animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters, emerged as one of 2025’s most unexpected breakout hits. The song became an organic hit, climbing all major South Korean charts and eventually securing the coveted Perfect All-Kill. More than just a PAK-achiever, “GOLDEN” made history by collecting a record-breaking 1,484 Perfect All-Kills, making it the first and only song to cross the 1,000 PAKs milestone.
GOOD GOODBYE [HWASA]
The newest addition to the 2025 Perfect All-Kill list is “Good Goodbye” by HWASA, a release that left a lasting impression on the K-pop scene. The song’s soulful composition and deeply personal lyrics struck a chord with listeners, earning widespread praise. Highlighting HWASA’s undeniable strength as a soloist, “Good Goodbye” has set a new record as the most PAK-achieving song by a solo artist, collecting 470 Perfect All-Kills and counting. The hit stood out not just for its commercial success but for its lasting emotional impact on fans and casual listeners alike.
With countless releases throughout the year, only four songs managed to achieve Perfect All-Kills in 2025, which is a clear reflection of how challenging the feat has become. From idol groups to legendary soloists, these tracks captured the public’s attention and dominated the charts, making and breaking records.
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