Ed Sheeran & Rising Star Huntr/x Dominate Radio 1’s 2025 Year-End Chart
LONDON - Ed Sheeran and breakout artist Huntr/x are among the top 20 performers on BBC Radio 1’s year-end chart for 2025, signaling continued dominance for established acts alongside the rapid ascent of new talent. The chart, released today, reflects a year of shifting musical landscapes and the power of platforms like TikTok to propel songs to mainstream success.
The inclusion of both Sheeran and Huntr/x underscores a dynamic in the music industry where enduring popularity coexists with viral sensations. For Sheeran, a consistent chart presence, this latest recognition solidifies his status as a global superstar. Simultaneously occurring, Huntr/x’s breakthrough demonstrates the potential for emerging artists to quickly capture a large audience. this year’s list also highlights the impact of remixes, with Chrystal’s 2015 track “The Days,” remixed by Bristol-based DJ Notion, reaching number 20.
“The Days,” initially conceived in 2015 but released last year with Notion’s remix, experienced a surge in popularity thanks to its viral spread on TikTok, ultimately landing in the top 5 charts in the UK, australia, and Ireland. Chrystal shared with the Official Charts Company that her original intention for the song was “to be something that would go off in the club or at festivals.”
After nearly a decade shelved, Chrystal was encouraged by family and friends to finally release the track alongside other previously unreleased material. “When they saw I’d finally done it, they were so happy,” she saeid. “When it first got a few thousand views, we were buzzing about it!”
With “The Days” now ranked as Radio 1’s 20th biggest song of 2025, celebrations are expected in Chrystal’s hometown of Bolton. The full chart is available on the Radio 1 website and offers a extensive overview of the year’s most popular tracks.
