KATSEYE Named Global Artist of the Year in TikTok’s 2025 Music Recap

The global song chart is surprisingly topped by 1962 Connie Francis classic, “Pretty Little Baby.”

Summary

• KATSEYE was named Global Artist of the Year by TikTok, generating over 30 billion views
• The top song globally was surprisingly Connie Francis’ 1962 track, “Pretty Little Baby”
• Doechii’s “Anxiety” was designated the most impactful music trend of 2025

TikTok‘s 2025 Year in Music recap has named KATSEYE as the Global Artist of the Year. The list also featured a diverse group of major stars, including ENHYPEN, Bad Bunny, Stray Kids, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga.

Since its debut in 2024, KATSEYE has achieved massive success in the industry. According to TikTok, the group’s music generated over 30 billion views and was used in 12 million creations on the platform in 2025. Beyond TikTok, the group gained mainstream recognition, with their track “Gabriela” hitting No. 31 and their EP BEAUTIFUL CHAOS reaching No. 4 on the Billboard 200. Their impact is further highlighted by their Grammy nominations this year for Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

In terms of songs, Connie Francis’ 1962 track, “Pretty Little Baby,” was named the top-ranking song globally and in the U.S. due to a massive viral resurgence on the platform. Jess Glynne’s “Hold My Hand” secured the second spot worldwide and domestically. Additionally, Doechii’s “Anxiety” was recognized as the most impactful music trend of the year, highlighting TikTok’s significant role in driving music discovery across all genres and eras.

Check out TikTok’s full year-end lists below.