
Welcome to our weekly analysis of the Melon Top 100. This fourth week of April 2026 sees an unshakable consolidation at the very top of the charts, with sibling duo AKMU demonstrating absolute dominance. While the top ranks remain a fortress of established hits, the middle and lower tiers are buzzing with new entries, hinting at a potential shake-up in the weeks to come.
📊 This Week’s Top 10
| Rank | Song Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 기쁨, 슬픔, 아름다운 마음 | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 2 | 소문의 낙원 | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 3 | RUDE! | Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) |
| 4 | BANG BANG | IVE (아이브) |
| 5 | 404 (New Era) | KiiiKiii (키키) |
| 6 | 사랑하게 될 거야 | 한로로 |
| 7 | Drowning | WOODZ |
| 8 | 0+0 | 한로로 |
| 9 | Good Goodbye | 화사 (HWASA) |
| 10 | 타임캡슐 | 다비치 |
🔄 Top 3 Analysis & Continuity
The narrative at the pinnacle of the chart is one of astounding consistency. AKMU continues their reign with “기쁨, 슬픔, 아름다운 마음” (Joy, Sadness, Beautiful Heart), holding the #1 spot for a remarkable third consecutive week. The track’s blend of folk-pop acoustics and deeply philosophical lyrics has created an unbreakable bond with the public, proving that masterful storytelling is timeless. Their command is further cemented by “소문의 낙원” (Rumored Paradise) at #2. After its jump from #6 to #2 two weeks ago, it has successfully defended its position, showcasing AKMU’s unrivaled ability to occupy the public consciousness with multiple songs simultaneously.
Solidifying its status as a certified hit, Hearts2Hearts‘ “RUDE!” remains firm at #3. The track climbed from #4 to #3 last week and has shown no signs of losing steam. This stability in the face of AKMU’s dual dominance is a testament to the song’s catchy, confident energy and the rising girl group’s growing fandom. The top three positions have remained unchanged from the previous week, indicating a period of peak popularity for these specific tracks.
🔎 K-Culture Insight
The sustained success of AKMU’s introspective titles reflects a broader cultural trend in Korea valuing “healing” and lyrical depth in music. In a fast-paced society, listeners are increasingly drawn to songs that offer emotional resonance and a narrative they can connect with on a personal level. AKMU has long been the standard-bearer for this style, but their current chart-topping performance underscores a market that craves authenticity and substance over fleeting, manufactured trends.
💡 Discovery of the Week – Artist Focus
As we look ahead, the most significant movement is coming from the boy group NCT WISH, who landed multiple new songs on the chart this week. Their track “Ode to Love” debuted strongly at #30, and with several other B-sides entering the Top 100, they are poised to be the primary challengers for higher positions next week. The current calm at the top may soon be disrupted.
📉 Extended Chart (11-100)
| Rank | Song Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | SWIM | 방탄소년단 |
| 12 | 멸종위기사랑 | 이찬혁 |
| 13 | 어떻게 이별까지 사랑하겠어, 널 사랑하는 거지 | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 14 | Popcorn | 도경수(D.O.) |
| 15 | 그대 작은 나의 세상이 되어 | 카더가든 |
| 16 | 너에게 닿기를 | 10CM |
| 17 | 캐치 캐치 | YENA (최예나) |
| 18 | 어제보다 슬픈 오늘 | 우디 (Woody) |
| 19 | Body to Body | 방탄소년단 |
| 20 | 너의 모든 순간 | 성시경 |
| 21 | Blue Valentine | NMIXX |
| 22 | Golden | HUNTR/X |
| 23 | 모르시나요(PROD.로코베리) | 조째즈 |
| 24 | 뛰어(JUMP) | BLACKPINK |
| 25 | toxic till the end | 로제 (ROSÉ) |
| 26 | TICK TOCK (Feat. ZICO) (Prod. by ZICO, Crush) | 김하온 (HAON) |
| 27 | 내게 사랑이 뭐냐고 물어본다면 | 로이킴 |
| 28 | 천상연 | 이창섭 |
| 29 | BLACKHOLE | IVE (아이브) |
| 30 | Ode to Love | NCT WISH |
| 31 | HAPPY | DAY6 (데이식스) |
| 32 | 사랑인가 봐 | 멜로망스 |
| 33 | 소나기 | 이클립스 (ECLIPSE) |
| 34 | 그대만 있다면 (여름날 우리 X 너드커넥션 (Nerd Connection)) | 너드커넥션 (Nerd Connection) |
| 35 | Whiplash | aespa |
| 36 | HOME SWEET HOME (feat. 태양, 대성) | G-DRAGON |
| 37 | 한 페이지가 될 수 있게 | DAY6 (데이식스) |
| 38 | 2.0 | 방탄소년단 |
| 39 | 모든 날, 모든 순간 (Every day, Every Moment) | 폴킴 |
| 40 | like JENNIE | 제니 (JENNIE) |
| 41 | Love Love Love (Feat. Yoong Jin Of Casker) | 에픽하이 (EPIK HIGH) |
| 42 | 청춘만화 | 이무진 |
| 43 | 사랑은 봄비처럼…이별은 겨울비처럼… | 임현정 |
| 44 | 주저하는 연인들을 위해 | 잔나비 |
| 45 | 나는 반딧불 | 황가람 |
| 46 | SPAGHETTI (feat. j-hope of BTS) | LE SSERAFIM (르세라핌) |
| 47 | Flower | 오반(OVAN) |
| 48 | 예뻤어 | DAY6 (데이식스) |
| 49 | 청혼하지 않을 이유를 못 찾았어 | 이무진 |
| 50 | 눈을 감아도(2026) | 순순희(지환) |
| 51 | Welcome to the Show | DAY6 (데이식스) |
| 52 | 달리 표현할 수 없어요 | 로이킴 |
| 53 | FAMOUS | ALLDAY PROJECT |
| 54 | Hooligan | 방탄소년단 |
| 55 | 봄날 | 방탄소년단 |
| 56 | 시작의 아이 ❍ | 박다혜 |
| 57 | APT. | 로제 (ROSÉ) |
| 58 | STYLE | Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) |
| 59 | ONE MORE TIME | ALLDAY PROJECT |
| 60 | 이 밤을 빌려 말해요 | PLAVE |
| 61 | Love wins all | 아이유 |
| 62 | 다정히 내 이름을 부르면 | 경서예지 |
| 63 | 첫 만남은 계획대로 되지 않아 | TWS (투어스) |
| 64 | REBEL HEART | IVE (아이브) |
| 65 | Seven (feat. Latto) – Clean Ver. | 정국 |
| 66 | 오늘만 I LOVE YOU | BOYNEXTDOOR |
| 67 | 헤어지자 말해요 | 박재정 |
| 68 | KISS KISS KISS (Feat. 선우 (THE BOYZ)) (Prod. by Hukky Shibaseki) | NOWIMYOUNG (나우아임영) |
| 69 | FOCUS | Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) |
| 70 | Die With A Smile | Lady Gaga |
| 71 | Sticky | NCT WISH |
| 72 | OVERDRIVE | TWS (투어스) |
| 73 | Flashback | 엔플라잉 (N.Flying) |
| 74 | 햇빛 bless you | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 75 | Never Ending Story | 아이유 |
| 76 | NOT CUTE ANYMORE | 아일릿(ILLIT) |
| 77 | 사랑은 늘 도망가 | 임영웅 |
| 78 | Magnetic | 아일릿(ILLIT) |
| 79 | Soda Pop | KPop Demon Hunters Cast |
| 80 | 인사 | 범진 |
| 81 | 시작의 아이 | 마크툽 (MAKTUB) |
| 82 | 눈사람 | 정승환 |
| 83 | FYA | 방탄소년단 |
| 84 | 에피소드 | 이무진 |
| 85 | I AM | IVE (아이브) |
| 86 | 2.0 (TWO POINT O) | NCT WISH |
| 87 | 봄 색깔 | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 88 | 하루에 하루만 더 (Stick With You) | 투모로우바이투게더 |
| 89 | Aliens | 방탄소년단 |
| 90 | XOXZ | IVE (아이브) |
| 91 | 벌레를 내고 | AKMU (악뮤) |
| 92 | Like Animals | 방탄소년단 |
| 93 | Hype Boy | NewJeans |
| 94 | Dynamite | 방탄소년단 |
| 95 | 봄 내음보다 너를 | 김나영 |
| 96 | 한번 더 이별 | 이창섭 |
| 97 | TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak) | G-DRAGON |
| 98 | Don’t Say You Love Me | NCT WISH |
| 99 | 그래 늦지 않았어 (2025) | 아샤트리 |
| 100 | Feel The Beat | NCT WISH |
*Source : https://www.melon.com/chart/week/index.htm
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