It still feels a bit unbelievable, but the main song from K-Pop Demon Hunters just earned five Grammy nominations for the 2026 awards. This is such a huge moment for animation representation in global music. The track, performed by the voices behind the in-film girl group HUNTR/X, became a viral hit the moment the movie dropped, mixing emotional pop vocals with strong production and that dramatic “hero moment” energy that fans love.
The Recording Academy recognized the song in major categories, including Song Of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and several songwriting awards. The nominations also show how K-Pop Demon Hunters is more than just an animated movie. It connected with teenagers, young adults, and even older audiences because the music feels modern, emotional, and strong enough to stand alone outside the film. The track went viral on TikTok, with fans recreating scenes and edits, which helped push the song into mainstream pop culture.
Seeing an animated film with virtual characters reach this level of recognition is honestly inspiring. It proves storytelling can cross borders, and the music from these projects can compete at the same level as global pop giants.