Wanna One’s “Beautiful” guards the top spot from Red Velvet’s “Peek-A-Boo” and repeats as our No. 1 song this week. Both songs had high enough scores to win the top spots, but “Beautiful” won on the strength of its music show wins on “Music Bank” and “Music Core.” Congratulations again to Wanna One! “Peek-A-Boo” moves up one… Continue reading Wanna One Guards Top Spot With “Beautiful”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, December Week 2
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Hidden Gem Songs From 2017 That You Might Have Missed
When I think about how many songs were released in 2017, my head just starts to hurt. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to listen to every new release, no matter how hard we try. Despite such difficulties, I believe that I have uncovered a couple good songs that you may not have heard before. Lovers of Korean… Continue reading Hidden Gem Songs From 2017 That You Might Have Missed
9 Epic Collaborations From Tablo That Left Us Mesmerized
Daniel Armand Lee, also known as Tablo, is one of the earliest and absolute best Korean hip hop artists in the music industry. As an author, a lyrical genius, and a mentor, not only does he always have an epic story to tell, but he also grants his artistic touch when working with other talented artists… Continue reading 9 Epic Collaborations From Tablo That Left Us Mesmerized
Wanna One Soars With “Beautiful”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, December Week 1
Wanna One’s “Beautiful” moves up 11 spots to become our new No. 1 song this week! This song is the title track of Wanna One’s repackaged prequel album “1-1-0(Nothing Without You),” and is a dance song with an emotional melody and powerful hip hop beats. The lyrics are about a man longing for the most… Continue reading Wanna One Soars With “Beautiful”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, December Week 1
TWICE Maintains Top Spot With “LIKEY”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 4
TWICE’s “LIKEY” continues to stay on top as our No. 1 song this week! The MV for this song recently became the fastest K-pop girl group MV to reach 90 million views on YouTube, and TWICE also grabbed their 7th win for “LIKEY” on “Inkigayo.” Congratulations to TWICE! BTOB maintains their No. 2 spot with their former No.… Continue reading TWICE Maintains Top Spot With “LIKEY”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 4
Old But Gold: 17 K-Pop Songs That Will Never Be Forgotten
K-pop has literally blown up since the ’90s, and many artists have continued to acquire global recognition, in part, thanks to the efforts and success of the first and second generation idols. Walking in their seniors’ footsteps, the newer generation made sure to continue introducing K-pop to the world, welcoming new fans every day. Since there… Continue reading Old But Gold: 17 K-Pop Songs That Will Never Be Forgotten
TWICE Rises With “LIKEY”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 3
TWICE’s “LIKEY” moves up 10 spots to become our new No. 1 song! This song won all the music shows last week and easily defeated the champion of the last two weeks, BTOB’s “Missing You,” for the top spot. It is also TWICE’s third No. 1 song on our chart this year, a feat only… Continue reading TWICE Rises With “LIKEY”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 3
12 Rebel K-Pop Anthems To Feed Your Wild Spirit
Music is the soul’s best remedy, and nothing feeds one’s free-spirited soul the way lyrics with a strong message do. Rebelling against love, society, life, or simply against oneself: here are 12 K-pop anthems to feed your wild spirit! 1. GOT7 – “Hard Carry” As they reflect their album title, the boys are ready to prove themselves, even if… Continue reading 12 Rebel K-Pop Anthems To Feed Your Wild Spirit
BTOB Maintains Top Spot With “Missing You”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 2
BTOB’s “Missing You” continues to dominate our chart for the second straight week, running ahead from the rest of the competition. “Missing You” won on “Inkigayo,” “M!Countdown,” and “Show Champion” and also fared well on all other chart sources. Congratulations again to BTOB! Moving up two spots to take second place is Taemin’s “MOVE.” This song… Continue reading BTOB Maintains Top Spot With “Missing You”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2017, November Week 2
TWICE, BTS, And ASTRO Take Spots In Top 5 Of Billboard’s World Albums Chart
Billboard has released its latest charts, with three new K-pop releases entering the World Albums chart and BTS’s mini album rising once again! On the World Albums chart for the week ending in November 18, TWICE’s new album “Twicetagram” has come in No. 1. The album features their title track “Likey.” BTS’s “Love Yourself: Her” has… Continue reading TWICE, BTS, And ASTRO Take Spots In Top 5 Of Billboard’s World Albums Chart