The phenomenon of Kpop Its global growth continues and its impact on digital platforms is overwhelming. In the most recent update of iTunes, several songs of the genre have reached relevant positions, confirming their popularity. Among the most played songs are Never Let Go by Jung Kooka group that has broken records on several occasions and continues to excite their followers with their melodies.
The influence of these artists is not only limited to Asia, but extends globally, conquering audiences around the world and consolidating K-pop as a dominant musical genre in the digital age.
1. Never Let Go
Artist: Jung Kook
2. Like Crazy
Artist: Jimin
3. WORK
Artist: ATEEZ
4. 1 to 3
Artist: SUHO
5. Like Crazy (English Version)
Artist: Jimin
6. Give Me That (Korean Version)
Artist: WayV
7. Yet To Come
Artist: BTS
8. seven
Artist: Jung Kook & Latto
9. Like Crazy (UK Garage Remix)
Artist: Jimin
10.Like Crazy (Deep House Remix)
Artist: Jimin
Super Junior, one of the pioneering bands in K-pop, debuted in 2005 under the management of SM Entertainment. Known for their elaborate choreography and musical diversity, including genres such as pop, R&B and electronica, Super Junior has had a lasting impact on the Korean and international music scene. Their single “Sorry, Sorry” catapulted the group to international fame and allowed them to go on multiple world tours, cementing their status as K-pop legends.
BTS aka bangtan boys, is one of the most prominent K-pop groups. Formed by Big Hit Entertainment in 2013, the group has achieved global fame thanks to its music, choreography and lyrics that address various topics. BTS has broken numerous records, such as being the first South Korean group to reach number one on the chart. Billboard Hot 100 and receive a Grammy nomination. Additionally, his cultural influence led them to speak at the United Nations General Assembly, promoting messages of self-acceptance and self-love.
K-popshort for “Korean Pop”, had its beginnings in the 1990s with the formation of iconic bands like Seo Taiji and Boys, which revolutionized Korean music by incorporating influences from Western pop, rap and rock. Over time, large entertainment companies like SM Entertainment, YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment They began to form and promote idol groups, establishing an intense training model that included singing, dancing and acting.
This process resulted in the creation of bands such as HOT, SES and Shinhwa, which became national phenomena and paved the way for the internationalization of the genre. In the early 2000s, K-pop began to gain attention in Asia and other parts of the world, driven by the accessibility of the internet and the globalization of pop culture.
Today, K-pop is a multi-billion dollar industry with significant cultural influence around the world. Groups like BTS, BLACKPINK and EXO They have achieved international fame, dominating the charts, collaborating with artists from all over the world. In addition to its catchy music and complicated choreography, K-pop is known for its great visual production and the strong bond that bands establish with their followers through social networks. This phenomenon has contributed to the expansion of the korean wave (“Hallyu”), impacting even fashion, film and television internationally.
