KiiiKiii's Hot Streak Is Not Just Local: Charting on Oricon & Billboard Japan

KiiiKiii is on an unstoppable rise, securing a music show triple crown in Korea.

On February 12, the group won first place on Mnet’s M Countdown with their new track “404 (New Era),” scoring their first-ever M Countdown trophy. After earlier wins on Show Champion and Show! Music Core, KiiiKiii locked in a three-show sweep and cemented their presence on stage.

Through Starship Entertainment, KiiiKiii shared, “These days we’re grateful to share good news with TiiiKiii (official fandom name) almost every day, and winning first place three times on music shows makes it even sweeter. We’ve always wanted to be artists TiiiKiii can be proud of. It feels like we’re getting closer to that dream, and it makes us want to work even harder.” They added, “Thank you to everyone supporting KiiiKiii and ‘404 (New Era).’ We’ll give our best for the rest of promotions so more people can feel KiiiKiii’s charm and the fun of ‘404.’”

Onstage that day, KiiiKiii turned heads in pink-toned vintage velvet training sets―looks first teased in concept photos and dance videos. The retro styling sparked nostalgia and big reactions. Kicking off with high energy, they delivered steady live vocals with varied textures and amped up the performance with dynamic choreography.

“404 (New Era)” is the title track of KiiiKiii’s second mini album "Delulu Pack," released on January 26. Built on UK house and garage, the song blends a catchy beat with distinctive vocals and rap. Its addictive melody, choreography, and playful lyrics―very KiiiKiii―have hooked many listeners.

Sixteen days after release, the track hit No. 1 on the Melon TOP100 and, as of 8 a.m. today (the 13th), is still holding the top spot. It also reached No. 1 on the HOT100 and the daily chart (as of the 11th), a first this year for songs released in 2026.

The song has also topped major domestic platforms, including YouTube Music’s daily and weekly charts, Apple Music’s popular chart, and Bugs’ real-time, daily, and weekly charts. On Spotify, it reached No. 1 on Top 50 Korea, No. 2 on Viral 50 Korea, and entered Viral 50 Global, underscoring its power on streaming.

Their momentum is strong on global charts, too. As of 10 p.m. on the 12th, “404 (New Era)” entered the K-Pop Top Songs charts in 17 countries and regions on iTunes, while "Delulu Pack" placed on the K-Pop Top Albums charts in 13 countries and regions. In Japan, it ranked No. 2 on Oricon’s Weekly Streaming Soaring chart (Feb. 2?8) and, as of the 11th, is climbing on Billboard Japan’s Hot Albums and Hot Shot Songs charts.

With “404 (New Era)” spreading from Korea to global charts―and a triple crown on music shows―KiiiKiii is shining on and off the stage.

Photo: Mnet “M Countdown”

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)