Steve's Lava Chicken: Shortest Song Debuts on UK Chart

If you've recently enjoyed the cinematic experience of A Minecraft Movie, you likely recall the memorable scene around the midpoint where Jack Black, in his role as Steve, delivers a brief yet impactful song titled "Lava Chicken." This catchy tune, clocking in at just 34 seconds, celebrates a humorous moment where a chicken cooks after falling into lava, observed by Jason Momoa and other characters. The song's brevity hasn't hindered its popularity; it has swiftly spread across social media platforms, capturing the attention of fans worldwide.

Remarkably, "Lava Chicken" has made its mark by debuting at No. 21 on the UK's official chart, setting a record as the shortest song to ever chart. The Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA) noted that "Streaming + virality are reshaping hits," highlighting the significant role that digital platforms play in today's music industry.

Jack Black is no newcomer to creating viral hits from video game movies. His performance of "Peaches," a 95-second romantic ode to Princess Peach in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, not only became a fan favorite but also secured a spot on the Billboard Hot 100. This achievement marked the first time a song from Black's solo career reached this prestigious chart, following his earlier success with Tenacious D's "The Pick of Destiny" in 2006, which debuted at No. 78.

Other notably short songs that have charted include "Spider Pig" from The Simpsons Movie in 2007, lasting 64 seconds, and Liam Lynch's "United States of Whatever" from 2002, which runs for 86 seconds.

The viral success of A Minecraft Movie extends beyond "Lava Chicken." Clips of enthusiastic audience members, some even bringing live chickens to screenings, have circulated widely on platforms like TikTok, further amplifying the film's cultural impact.

For more insights into A Minecraft Movie, consider exploring details about the Minecraft movie team's private server, where they honed their craft. The film has already surpassed $700 million at the global box office and is poised to become the highest-grossing video game movie ever made.