KATSEYE, 16th on UK Chart…'Animal', 9th on Spotify

[Dispatch=Reporter Lee Myung-joo] KATSEYE swept major global charts with their comeback.

KATSEYE released the single "Animal" on the 24th. The song entered the UK Official Singles Chart "Top 100" at No. 16 (as of the 6th).

This marks the second time their song has charted in the upper ranks of the Official Chart. Their previous track "PINKY UP" debuted at No. 14 and remained for 12 weeks.

The performance of their collaborative track also stands out. "ICONIC BY MISTAKE" with LE SSERAFIM and ILLIT ranked at No. 79.

It wasn't just the UK chart. They also showed strong performance on Spotify. "Animal" climbed to No. 9 globally (July 24-30) and No. 8 in the US on "Weekly Top Songs."

They set a new personal best again. They surpassed the records of "Gabriela" (No. 10 globally), a track from their second EP, and "PINKY UP" (No. 14 in the US).

The popularity of "Animal" was evident immediately after its release. The song took No. 1 globally and No. 2 in the US on Spotify's "Top Songs Debut" chart.

The new song had British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran as a co-composer. It is characterized by an upbeat rhythm and an addictive hook, addressing inner instinct.

Meanwhile, KATSEYE will release their third EP "WILD" on the 14th.