IVE continues to prove their global dominance. Their hit track REBEL HEART has just been named one of Billboard's "25 Best K-pop Songs of 2025 (So Far)," further solidifying their presence in the international music scene.

🌍 Billboard Praises IVE's Expanding Global Sound

In the feature published by Billboard, the outlet praised IVE for pushing sonic boundaries beyond Korea. "With REBEL HEART, IVE expands their sound spectrum to a global level," the article stated.

The lyrics were highlighted as a powerful, rebellious cry—lines like "So you can love me, hate me / You will never be / Try me, I'll break free" stood out for their bold attitude and empowering tone.

"IVE delivers a confident message," Billboard wrote, "establishing themselves as one of the most influential forces in K-pop today."

🏆 A Certified Hit from the Start

Released in January as a pre-release track, REBEL HEART achieved a "Perfect All-Kill" (PAK) on Korea's major streaming platforms and secured 11 music show wins. It also entered Billboard's Global (Excl. US) chart for 10 consecutive weeks.

📈 Streaming and Stage Power

With over 57 million streams on Spotify, REBEL HEART continues to thrive across music platforms. The track's music video and live stages have been widely praised and rewatched by fans worldwide.

🎤 Viral Global Stages: Lollapalooza Berlin & Paris

The group recently brought REBEL HEART to the international stage at Lollapalooza Berlin and Lollapalooza Paris, where they received roaring cheers and even sparked full-on Korean singalongs from the audience—proving their global fanbase runs deep.

⚽ Next Stop: Stadium Stage with Newcastle United

On July 30, IVE will appear at the "2025 Coupang Play Series" match between Team K-League and Newcastle United. The group is set to kick off the match with a ceremonial pitch and perform during the halftime show.

IVE's REBEL HEART is more than a hit—it's a global anthem marking the group's unstoppable rise.