As the song “Golden”, from the original soundtrack of the Netflix anime “KPOP DEMON HUNTERS”, continues to gain massive popularity through various covers, one video in particular is drawing major attention.
As of August 22, the cover of “Golden” by AN YUJIN from the group IVE had reached 8.23 million views, while BADA’s version had accumulated 3.24 million views. However, YouTuber PARK DAHYE is the clear frontrunner, with an impressive 12.05 million views. PARK DAHYE first gained widespread attention with her cover of “시작의 아이“ and continues to attract strong online interest.
Her cover of “Golden”, posted on the Soonigroup (수니그룹) YouTube channel, was performed live, surprising many viewers. With her clear voice, controlled high notes, and perfect rhythm, she captivated everyone who watched the video.
As a result, PARK DAHYE is now widely recognized as the top performer of the Golden cover. Listeners reacted enthusiastically to her rendition:
“She’s the #1 cover artist.”
“She sings it better than anyone.”
“It fits perfectly even when played over the animation.”
“Her high notes are flawless.”
“It sounds like the original soundtrack.”
“Absolutely amazing.”
“Why didn’t she become a singer?”
“Best cover out there.”
“She sings better than a lot of professionals.”
PARK DAHYE participated in Season 3 of SBS’s K-pop Star in 2013 and narrowly missed the finals. Since 2016, she has been posting cover videos on YouTube and TikTok through her content series Dahye’s Humming (다혜의 흥얼흥얼), earning widespread love for her vocals.
Most recently, her cover of “시작의 아이” was praised as even surpassing the original version, climbing music charts and reaching #3 on Melon. The original songwriter, MAKTUB, even mentioned her by name in response.
As for the anime “KPOP DEMON HUNTERS”, it premiered on Netflix on June 20. The story follows three K-pop superstars, RUMI, MIRA, and ZOEY, who use their secret powers to protect fans from supernatural threats and save the world.
Meanwhile, “Golden” has been a major topic of discussion since its release, especially because composer EJae personally performed the high notes for RUMI, the lead vocalist of the fictional group HUNTR/X. The song has topped global charts, hitting #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. and the Official Singles Chart in the U.K.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: SNS Soonigroup
