Steve's Lava Chicken: Minecraft Movie's Shortest UK Chart Song

If you’ve recently enjoyed the cinematic adventure of A Minecraft Movie, you likely recall Jack Black’s memorable performance as Steve, belting out the catchy "Lava Chicken" tune during a humorous scene featuring a chicken being cooked by falling lava. This brief, 34-second song has captured the internet's attention, spreading like wildfire across social media platforms.

Remarkably, "Lava Chicken" has made its mark on the UK’s official chart, debuting at an impressive No. 21. This achievement marks it as the shortest song ever to chart in the UK, reflecting the evolving impact of streaming and virality on music hits, as noted by the UK’s digital entertainment and retail association, ERA.

Jack Black is no newcomer to the phenomenon of viral video game songs. His earlier work, the 95-second romantic ballad "Peaches" from The Super Mario Bros. Movie, not only charmed audiences but also secured a spot on the Billboard Hot 100. This marked Black's first solo entry on the chart, following his previous appearance at No. 78 with Tenacious D's "The Pick of Destiny" in 2006.

Other notable short songs that have charted include the 64-second "Spider Pig" from The Simpsons Movie in 2007 and Liam Lynch’s 2002 punk hit "United States of Whatever," which clocks in at 86 seconds.

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

For more on A Minecraft Movie, delve into how the film's team utilized a private server for their Minecraft sessions. The movie has already surpassed $700 million at the global box office and is poised to become the highest-grossing video game movie to date.