Jack Black breaks chart records with shortest Hot 100 song

In the United States, Jack Black's song "Steve's Lava Chicken" debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, making history as the shortest song to ever reach the chart at just 34 seconds long. This milestone occurred in early May 2023, with the song first appearing at No. 78 for the week ending May 3. The song is featured in the animated feature film "A Minecraft Movie," which has garnered significant excitement among audiences, especially due to its comedic and quirky nature. The film itself has been performing well at the box office, grossing over $815 million globally since its April 4 release. The popularity of "Steve's Lava Chicken" surged thanks to 7.4 million official streams in the U.S. within a week, which allowed it to enter the Hot 100 alongside songs from prominent artists. Additionally, the song also made an appearance on Billboard’s Hot Rock Songs chart, landing in the Top 10, further emphasizing its widespread appeal despite its short length. Jack Black is known primarily for his work with the comedic rock duo Tenacious D, but he has made individual strides on the charts as well. His previous song "Peaches" from "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" peaked at No. 56 on the Hot 100 only a few months prior to the success of "Steve's Lava Chicken." This reflects a developing trend for Black as he finds success in creating popular songs tied to animated features that resonate with audiences. The unique nature of "Steve's Lava Chicken" also places it in a rare category, as it is one of only three songs to ever chart on the Hot 100 while being under one minute long, which includes Kid Cudi's "Beautiful Trip" and Pikotaro's viral hit "PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen)." This novel achievement and its accompanying streaming statistics signify that despite its brevity, the impact of the song on popular culture and its success on the charts cannot be underestimated.