The battle for streaming supremacy in K-pop continues to heat up, and Spotify’s latest monthly listener stats reveal who’s ruling the platform right now. This top 9 includes animated sensations like UNTR/X and Saja Boys, as well as iconic idol groups like BLACKPINK, TWICE, and BTS. Here’s the ranking of the top 9 K-pop acts with the most monthly listeners on Spotify this October:
#09. aespa – 11.3 Million
The experimental queens of SM Entertainment continue to thrive with their strong concept and polished sound. With tracks like Supernova and Armageddon, aespa maintains a loyal fanbase that keeps streaming their songs.
#08. Stray Kids – 11.3 Million
Matching aespa’s numbers, Stray Kids continue to attract listeners worldwide with their self-produced hits and hard-hitting instrumentals. Their latest releases from “Karma” and the “ATE” eras keep their numbers soaring.
#07. LE SSERAFIM – 13.1 Million
Known for their girly energy, LE SSERAFIM remains a favorite among K-pop fans. Songs like Easy and Perfect Night continue to resonate on both Korean and international playlists.
#06. NewJeans – 14 Million
The Y2K-inspired girl group continues to charm fans with their nostalgic yet refreshing sound. Despite being on a forced hiatus due to the legal feud with their company, fans are still tapping into hits like “Super Shy” and “OMG.”
#05. BTS – 25.2 Million
Even while focusing on solo projects, BTS’s collective presence remains powerful. Their timeless hits keep the flame alive ahead of their 2026 comeback.
#04. TWICE – 25.2 Million
The queens of catchy choruses continue to hold their ground with a massive international audience. Their bilingual releases and nonstop touring have kept TWICE a household name on Spotify.
#03. BLACKPINK – 28.6 Million
BLACKPINK proves once again why they’re the face of global K-pop domination. With millions of streams coming from every corner of the world, they remain one of the most-streamed girl groups in history.
#02. KPop Demon Hunters’ Saja Boys – 31.3 Million
The animated boy group Saja Boys, from the K-pop Demon Hunters movie, continues to break expectations with addictive tracks like “Soda Pop” and “Your Idol.”
#01.KPop Demon Hunters’ HUNTR/X – 52.5 Million
Taking the crown by a landslide, HUNTR/X dominates Spotify with over 52 million monthly listeners. Their bold sound anthemic sound in tracks like “Golden” and “Take Down” has earned a spot at the top of the Spotify ranking.