Super spicy! Jack Black’s Minecraft song Steve’s Lava Chicken becomes shortest ever UK Top 40 hit
theguardian.comPublished: 4/18/2025
Summary
Jack Black shattered UK chart history with "Steve’s Lava Chicken," a 34-second song reaching No. 21 this week, inspired by his role as Steve in "A Minecraft Movie." The film, earning $570 million at the box office, has captivated fans and led to warnings of anti-social behavior in cinemas. Black expressed gratitude for Minecraft fans' support via a heartfelt video message. Meanwhile, US artist Alex Warren achieved another milestone with his longest No. 1 streak, while Jack's song outperforms past records, including a mention of the movie's impact in the U.S., where it sparked safety warnings after bringing chickens to screenings.