ILLIT's 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' Claims 3rd Consecutive Week at No. 1: Soompi K-Pop Music Chart 2026
ILLIT's 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' holds No. 1 for the 3rd week on the Soompi K-Pop Music Chart 2026. LE SSERAFIM and Hwasa rise while the top 10 remains stable.
It's a triple crown for the rising stars. ILLIT's hit single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' has successfully defended its throne as the No. 1 song for the third consecutive week. According to Soompi, the group's dominance continues to define the early sounds of 2026.
Shift in Momentum for Soompi K-Pop Music Chart 2026
While the top spot remained unchanged, the rest of the podium saw significant movement. LE SSERAFIM's 'SPAGHETTI' made a powerful leap back, climbing 3 spots to land at No. 2. Veteran soloist Hwasa also maintained her upward trajectory with 'Good Goodbye', rising one spot to take the No. 3 position.
- 1st: ILLIT - 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' (Held for 3 weeks)
- 2nd: LE SSERAFIM - 'SPAGHETTI' (Up 3 spots)
- 3rd: Hwasa - 'Good Goodbye' (Up 1 spot)
A Static Top 10 with No New Entries
In a rare occurrence for the fast-paced K-pop industry, there were no new songs in the top 10 this week. The chart's stability suggests a strong hold by current hits, as fans continue to stream established tracks rather than jumping to new releases in mid-January.
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