Tame Impala and Jennie have reached the top of the Billboard Pop Airplay chart with their collaborative track “Dracula.” According to Billboard, the song’s ascent from No. 3 to No. 1 marks a historic milestone, as it is only the third track by a K-pop artist to ever lead this competitive radio-focused roster. The achievement underscores the growing crossover success of K-pop acts on American pop radio, following previous chart-toppers from Rosé and the fictional group Huntr/x.
A Historic Rise for “Dracula”
The success of “Dracula” represents a significant breakthrough for both artists involved. While Tame Impala—the musical project of multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker—and Jennie are established global stars, this song marks their first-ever No. 1 on the Pop Airplay chart. The track was originally released as a solo single for Tame Impala before the artist recruited the Blackpink member for a remix that accelerated the song’s commercial momentum.
“Dracula” is currently a powerhouse across Billboard’s data systems, appearing on 17 different charts. It holds the No. 1 position on seven of those individual rosters, bolstered by its classification across pop, rock, and dance genres.
K-Pop’s Expanding Presence on Pop Radio
The entry of “Dracula” into the top spot is part of a broader trend of K-pop artists finding sustained success on U.S. radio. Before this week, only two other songs by artists associated with the genre had reached No. 1 on the Pop Airplay chart:
- “Apt.” by Rosé and Bruno Mars: This collaboration dominated the chart for five frames beginning in February 2025.
- “Golden” by Huntr/x (feat. Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami): Released as part of the soundtrack for the Netflix project KPop Demon Hunters, this track became the second K-pop-affiliated song to hit the peak.
Solo Success vs. Group Trajectory
While Jennie and her Blackpink bandmate Rosé have now secured No. 1 hits as soloists, the group Blackpink has yet to crack the top 10 on the Pop Airplay chart. The group’s highest-charting single to date, "Jump," reached No. 19 last September.
Future Trends in Cross-Genre Collaboration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pop Airplay chart?
It is one of three radio-focused charts compiled by Billboard that measures the most popular songs on U.S. pop radio stations. It is considered one of the most competitive rankings in the industry.
How many K-pop artists have hit No. 1 on this chart?
“Dracula” is the third song by a K-pop artist to reach the No. 1 spot, following tracks by Rosé and the group Huntr/x.
Has Blackpink ever reached the top 10 on this list?
No. While individual members like Jennie and Rosé have achieved this milestone, the group Blackpink’s highest position to date is No. 19 with the song “Jump.”
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