Oshi no Ko anime's theme song sets new streaming records

The opening theme for Oshi no Ko has been a chart-topper on Spotify since its release in April 2023. Now that the Spotify Wrapped 2023 results are in, it's no surprise that Oshi no Ko anime's opening theme, YOASOBI’s third single "Idol", has claimed the number one spot.

What makes the single so special? Well, YOASOBI's single dominated Japan's daily charts for three months between April and July 2023, and has gained nominations and won multiple awards in Japan, including The Best Anime Video and Song of the Year at VMA Japan 2023. Anime theme songs have historically performed well on Spotify, and this single is no exception.

YOASOBI’s Oshi no Ko theme is Spotify’s most played song in Japan

Oshi no Ko might be one of the biggest anime adaptations of 2023. However, it’s also one of the few anime where the opening theme song has surpassed its success.

If you have not yet listened to the theme song of Oshi no Ko, you may find the following statement hard to believe. However, with its infectious bubble-gum pop vibe and irresistible electronic beats, it is not surprising that it has lingered in the collective consciousness for nearly a year.

After setting a new record back in July on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 list by spending 14 consecutive weeks at number one, Oshi no Ko has continued to achieve success. It currently holds the title of being the only song to maintain the top position for 20 consecutive weeks on Billboard Japan’s charts.

Furthermore, within just three months of its release, Oshi no Ko managed to accumulate a total of 300 million streams, breaking Billboard Japan’s record for the fastest single to reach this milestone.

Who is YOASOBI?

Idol's success extends beyond just its initial popularity. With its bright and infectious sound, the song made a significant impact on Japan's musical landscape in 2023, particularly on Spotify. The song resonated with Japanese pop culture by highlighting the challenges faced by idols in the entertainment industry. It not only topped the charts as the most streamed song in Japan but also became the second most streamed Japanese song internationally.

Renowned for their chart-topping singles like Idol and Into The Night, YOASOBI, the musical duo, is gaining prominence in the anime industry. Have you had a chance to listen to any of their theme songs?

In 2019, the superduo with vocalist Ikura and Vocaloid producer Ayase was formed and together they created several chart-topping electro-pop singles. As with many J-Pop groups, YOASOBI has been involved in various anime projects, including providing theme songs for series such as BEASTARS, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury, and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

Don't miss out on our other anime coverage while you're here! Despite not achieving the same level of success as Idol, YOASOBI has been Japan's top streamed artist internationally for three consecutive years. This demonstrates how anime is playing a significant role in elevating J-Pop to global recognition.

Editor's P/S

1. **Oshi no Ko's theme song is a catchy bubblegum-pop chart-topper that has taken Spotify by storm.** It has shattered streaming records in Japan since its release in April 2023, becoming the most played song in the country. The song has also gained nominations and won multiple awards in Japan, including The Best Anime Video and Song of the Year at VMA Japan 2023.

2. **YOASOBI, the musical duo behind the theme song, is gaining prominence in the anime industry.** They have been involved in various anime projects, including providing theme songs for series such as BEASTARS, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury, and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. Despite not achieving the same level of success as Idol, YOASOBI has been Japan's top streamed artist internationally for three consecutive years. This demonstrates how anime is playing a significant role in elevating J-Pop to global recognition.