BOYNEXTDOOR's 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU' ranks high on charts, showcasing their popularity and musical prowess in 2025.
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BOYNEXTDOOR proved their reputation as 'audio source strongmen' on the annual chart. BOYNEXTDOOR's 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU' recorded 12th place on the 2025 annual chart announced by MelOn yesterday (8th). This is the highest rank among male idol groups. BOYNEXTDOOR has swept various annual charts with 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU,' showcasing their popularity. The song ranked 4th among K-POP groups in Korea's TikTok year-end summary 'Year In Music.' It recorded 7th place in Korea's Apple Music 'Top 100 of the Year,' the highest rank for all boy groups, and was also included in Korea's Spotify '2025 Wrapped Year-End Settlement' 'Top Tracks 2025.' It has garnered global attention. 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU' ranked 6th in the '40 Best K-POP Songs of 2025' selected by the famous American music magazine 'The Hollywood Reporter.' The magazine praised, 'This song is one of the most successful K-POP tracks in Korea in 2025. BOYNEXTDOOR is a group to watch in the future.' Additionally, it was selected as a 'Critically Acclaimed K-POP Song of 2025' by Forbes, included in Amazon Music's 'Best of 2025' K-POP category, and chosen by British NME as one of the '25 Best K-POP Songs of the Year.' Despite being released in January last year, 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU' continues to gain popularity on the latest charts. It ranked 32nd on MelOn's latest weekly chart (counting period: December 29, 2025 - January 4, 2026), rising from 44th place last week after the year-end special performance. It also rose 15 ranks to 33rd on Bugs' latest weekly chart during the same period. BOYNEXTDOOR is scheduled to perform at the '40th Golden Disc Awards' held at Taipei Dome on the 10th, showcasing a glamorous stage.
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In 2025, BOYNEXTDOOR made a significant impact with 4 songs on annual charts, led by 'IF I SAY, I LOVE YOU,' which ranked 53rd on the Global K-POP Chart. Their albums also performed well, with 'No Genre' selling over 1.1 million copies. They are actively expanding their presence in Japan with live performances and a new talk show.
On the afternoon of the 9th, FIFTY FIFTY departed through Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. ATEEZ and BOYNEXTDOOR received awards at the 2025 KGMA, expressing heartfelt thanks to their fans. Additionally, FIFTY FIFTY released the music video for their song 'Skittlez,' featuring a lovely and unique production.
MelOn has released the '2025 Korea & Overseas Annual Chart' TOP 100, with WOODZ's 'Drowning' taking the top spot. G-DRAGON's 'HOME SWEET HOME' and BLACKPINK's 'JUMP' also rank highly, showcasing the strength of male solo artists and the rising popularity of new generation groups. The chart reflects a diverse array of successful artists and songs.
The MBC K-POP festival in Macau will showcase a stellar lineup of artists, including BOYNEXTDOOR and ENHYPEN. The event, themed 'Youth; Music into Spring,' aims to convey the energy of youth through music and performance. Scheduled for February 7-8, ticket sales will begin in mid-January.
The 2025 MBC歌謡大祭典 opened the New Year with top K-POP artists showcasing diverse performances and collaborations. Highlights included ATEEZ's impactful start, special stages featuring ILLIT and TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and a nostalgic medley celebrating the show's 20th anniversary, culminating in a grand finale with all performers singing together.
At the 67th Japan Record Awards, ILLIT performed 'Almond Chocolate,' BOYNEXTDOOR sang '今日だけ I LOVE YOU,' and &TEAM showcased 'Go in Blind.' Each group expressed gratitude to fans for their support and shared their excitement about their achievements. ILLIT and &TEAM are set to perform at the upcoming NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
ZICO had a remarkable year in music, releasing the single 'DUET' and achieving high rankings on charts. He expanded his global presence through collaborations and successful projects, including work with BLACKPINK's Jennie and his group BOYNEXTDOOR. ZICO won 'Best Producer' at MMA 2025 and plans to continue his musical journey with a concert and new album production.
BOYNEXTDOOR delivered a captivating winter-themed performance at the '2025 SBS歌謡大典', featuring their hit '今日だけ I LOVE YOU' and a special collaboration. Their engaging stage presence and impressive vocals have led to high chart rankings, including 4th on TikTok's 'Year In Music' and 7th on Apple Music's '年間トップ100'. Upcoming performances at major events are highly anticipated.
BOYNEXTDOOR will debut their first talk variety show, 'BOYNEXTDOOR トモダチベース', starting April 11, 2026. The show will feature the six members interacting with various guests, showcasing their personalities and building friendships. It aims to connect with fans and create a fun atmosphere every Saturday on Nippon TV.
On the morning of the 26th, BOYNEXTDOOR departed from Gimpo International Airport to Japan for COUNTDOWN JAPAN 25/26. The event will be held from December 27 to 31 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, where BOYNEXTDOOR is set to perform on the 27th. This article is based on local media coverage, and there may be variations in the accompanying photos.
