The success that K-pop has achieved in the last decade is indisputable: Every day you see phrases in Hangul (Korean alphabet) dominating the global X trends (formerly Twitter), its exponents add millions of views every time they release a musical clip on YouTube, they are nominated for renowned awards such as the Grammy and they lead the most important charts such as Billboard or iTunes.
With their perfectly coordinated choreographies, their contagious songs and the mix of genres and styles that make them up, it is to be expected that many streaming platforms will show interest in measuring the impact of K-pop and make lists like the Top K-pop songs on iTunes.
Based on the number of downloads or digital purchases made through Apple’s system, the iTunes K-pop ranking is available to be consulted every 24 hours in at least 39 countries, including Argentina, so it is a count that It is worth checking to know favorite singles of the moment and not be left behind in trends.
1. ? (Interlude)
Artist: RM & DOMi & JD BECK
2. Last night (Guitar by Park Juwon)
Artist: JxW
3. Like Crazy
Artist: Jimin
4. ㅠㅠ (Credit Roll)
Artist: RM
5. Heaven
Artist: RM
6. Like Crazy (English Version)
Artist: Jimin
7. Yet To Come
Artist: BTS
8. The Astronaut
Artist: JIN
9. seven
Artist: Jung Kook & Latto
10.Like Crazy (UK Garage Remix)
Artist: Jimin
EXO, formed by SM Entertainment in 2012, is one of the most prominent and prolific K-pop groups. With members hailing from South Korea and China, EXO debuted a unique concept of subgroups geared toward different markets (EXO-K and EXO-M). This approach, along with their pop-electronic music and impressive performances, has led EXO to win numerous awards and international recognition. They have sold millions of albums and gone on world tours, reinforcing their status as one of the leading exponents of K-pop in the last decade.
TWICE, a girl group formed by JYP Entertainment in 2015, has also established itself as a dominant force in K-pop. With nine members selected through the survival show “Sixteen,” TWICE quickly rose to fame with catchy hits like “Cheer Up” and “TT.” Its focus on vibrant, energetic music and choreography, along with its compelling visual aesthetic, has captured the interest of global audiences. TWICE stands out for its great popularity in Japan, in addition to its success in other regions and continues to set trends in the K-pop industry.
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.
