AKMU sets all-time record for mixed-gender artists with 2.5 billion Melon streams

AKMU has officially crossed the 2.5 billion cumulative stream milestone on Melon, South Korea’s leading music platform. According to data released by Melon on April 14, 2026 KST, the duo reached a staggering total of 2,536,170,000 streams as of March 30, securing their position as the highest-streamed mixed-gender artist in the platform's history. Since their debut in 2014, AKMU has released 7 albums and 4 singles, consistently producing hits that resonate with a wide audience. Notably, 7 of their tracks have surpassed 100 million streams, a prestigious achievement shared by only 17 artists on the entire platform.

The duo’s 2019 masterpiece, 'How can I love the heartbreak, you're the one I love', remains their most significant commercial juggernaut, boasting 448.39 million streams and 7.91 million unique listeners. The song’s longevity is nearly unprecedented; it remained on the Melon Daily Chart for 1,046 consecutive days, ranking 15th all-time for endurance. It also gained significant cultural traction after being recommended by Nobel laureate Han Kang, propelling it to become the second most-liked song in Melon history with 494,000 likes, trailing only 'Spring Day' by BTS. Their consistent output is further evidenced by hits like 'Last Goodbye' with 179.92 million streams and their debut track '200%' with 145.07 million.

AKMU’s chart-topping prowess has continued well into their second decade, with 6 different songs reaching #1 on the Melon Daily Chart. This list includes their collaboration 'NAKKA' with IU, and the more recent viral sensation 'Love Lee', which held the top spot for a total of 60 days, including a 53-day consecutive streak. The duo recently made a highly anticipated return on April 7 with their 4th studio album, 'Gae-hwa', marking their first major release since moving toward a more independent creative direction. The title track, 'Joy, Sorrow, and a Beautiful Heart', has already claimed the #1 spot, proving that AKMU’s unique brand of storytelling continues to dominate the digital era.