LE SSERAFIM’s Domestic Chart Rebound with ‘HOT’ Gets Mixed But Hopeful Reactions
After facing various controversies last year that impacted their local popularity, LE SSERAFIM is now seeing signs of recovery on Korean charts with their latest track HOT.
On Melon, Korea’s top streaming platform, Crazy peaked at No. 34 on the daily chart and ranked 38th on the TOP100 — a lukewarm result for a group of LE SSERAFIM’s stature. In contrast, HOT reached No. 10 daily and secured 9th place on the TOP100, a noticeable improvement that fans are taking as a positive signal.
Fans online are reacting with a mix of relief and realism. “Crazy did well overseas, but it didn’t suit Korean tastes,” one user pointed out. The general sentiment suggests that Crazy’s genre or concept may not have aligned with domestic preferences, despite its international streaming strength.
Meanwhile, HOT seems to have struck a better balance, blending mainstream appeal with performance flair. Even b-side track Come Over has received decent feedback, with comments like “Surprisingly good for a non-title track,” indicating broader support for the album.
Some netizens commented:
- I prefer “Crazy” more… “Hot” is actually not really my style, but “Crazy” and “Come Over” are truly my type, even up to the stage performance.
- For me, “Crazy” is something I listen to when I’m about to work out or go to work… It’s good for when I need to get into a serious mindset. But these songs, I just play them as background music anytime, quietly, haha.
- I didn’t really like “Easy” or “Crazy,” but I’m really enjoying “Hot” now. Personally, the track “Ash” is a masterpiece.
- I really liked “Crazy,” and I genuinely love the whole album this time.
- I agree that the reactions to “Hot” and “Crazy” are divided both domestically and internationally, haha. Every time they come out with a new style, it’s so exciting as a listener. “Come Over” is also great. Fighting, LE SSERAFIM!
Though not quite dominating the top spots, LE SSERAFIM’s chart rebound with HOT is a promising sign that the group may be on its way to reclaiming its earlier success — if they can maintain this upward trend.
