Singer and actor D.O. is experiencing a resurgence with his song 'Popcorn,' released two years ago, as it climbs back up the music charts this spring season.
Originally released in 2024, D.O.'s track 'Popcorn' has gained momentum through word of mouth, showing a significant rise on major music charts.
With the onset of spring, 'Popcorn' has captured the hearts of listeners, starting its climb in early April. As of April 15, it has secured the 28th spot on Melon's Hot 100 and 18th on the TOP100, maintaining a strong presence in the top ranks for two consecutive weeks. On Bugs, it reached a daily peak of 5th place and continues to stay within the top 10. The song is also seeing a simultaneous rise on other major platforms like FLO and Genie.
Riding this wave of success, D.O. filmed a new version of 'Popcorn' for YouTube's Dingo Music 'Vertical Live' content, releasing a 2026 live version that further fueled its viral spread and public interest.
The song's chart resurgence is matched by enthusiastic listener reactions. Its warm, emotive quality has been praised, with many calling it the perfect soundtrack for the spring season. Listeners have commented, "Perfect for today's weather," "Matches the current weather perfectly," and "Feels like a gift of spring excitement."
'Popcorn' is a track from D.O.'s third mini-album 'Growth,' released in May 2024. The song captures the excitement of love with the metaphor of popping popcorn, featuring a whistle sound and upbeat rhythm complemented by D.O.'s smooth vocals. As it continues to dominate music charts and spread through social media algorithms, the song's popularity is expected to persist.
By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr