FANDOM releases the official music video for “Something Special,” the global collaboration between international star Ahn Hyo-seop and multi-platinum recording artist Khalid. The visual brings the pair’s genre-blending track to life, highlighting the unique chemistry between two artists whose distinct musical worlds converge across K-pop and R&B.
Watch the official video HERE.
Released on May 22nd, “Something Special” marks Ahn Hyo-seop’s debut official solo single and Khalid’s first collaboration with a Korean artist. The track has continued to build global momentum, earning more than 6.7 million streams to date, including 5.89 million Spotify streams. The song reached #33 on the Top 40 Published Chart Radio and has generated significant fan engagement across platforms, with the official lyric video surpassing 1.1 million views, TikTok’s official sound reaching 16 million views with more than 2,400 creations, and Instagram’s official sound generating 7.3 million views and 18,100 creations.
Ahn Hyo-seop, globally recognized for his breakout role as Jinu in Netflix’s animated phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters, joins forces with Khalid for a cross-cultural release that bridges two of the most influential forces shaping contemporary global music culture. Together, the artists deliver a genre-blending track that reflects the increasingly global and collaborative nature of today’s music industry, connecting audiences across languages, cultures, and musical genres.
Produced by Woo “RAINSTONE” Rhee, known for his work on “Nobody” by legendary K-pop group Wonder Girls, and co-produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Troy “R8DIO” Johnson, whose credits include Solange’s critically acclaimed A Seat at the Table, “Something Special” delivers a sleek and emotionally resonant sound that highlights the unique artistry and international appeal of both performers.
Since its release, “Something Special” has achieved several milestones, including placement on Spotify’s All New K-Pop playlist, a Top 1% ranking among Spotify new releases during release week, #1 on the Daily Top Songs on Shorts Chart, and recognition as the #2 Most Added track at Top 40 radio.
Released under FANDOM and developed by Musicow in partnership with Roc Nation distribution, “Something Special” continues FANDOM’s mission to redefine the connection between artists, music, and fans worldwide through new opportunities for engagement and participation. The release builds on FANDOM’s growing catalog of global collaborations, including “Two Car Garage” from Jon Bellion and Swae Lee and “Distant Lover” featuring Jihyo of TWICE and Jamaican artist Shenseea, further establishing the platform as a destination for high-impact artist partnerships that bridge together talent, audiences, and cultures across the globe.