A recent survey conducted by Star News and research firm Gallup Korea from August 19 to 23 revealed that Girls’ Generation and BLACKPINK were voted as the top K-pop girl groups (debuted in the 21st century) with 42% of the votes. The survey, which targeted 1,052 men and women aged 19 to 69 from all across the nation, gave respondents two multiple-choice options to choose from.
Despite the emergence of many new idol groups, Girls’ Generation, who made their debut in 2007, recently celebrated their 17th anniversary. They have consistently been referred to as one of the top K-pop girl groups and have garnered support from fans of all ages and genders. In fact, they received the most votes from individuals in their 30s (47%) and 60s (46%).
Girls’ Generation, known as the iconic second-generation girl group, is credited as a major contributor to the rise of the K-pop phenomenon. Even after their debut with the hit song “Into the New World,”the group continues to be a popular choice for aspiring idols on audition shows and is often seen as a model for success. Their songs “Oh!”, “Gee”, and “Genie”have also gained widespread popularity and have even influenced fashion trends such as skinny jeans.
Furthermore, Girls’ Generation achieved the milestone of being the first idol group to rank first on annual charts for both digital and physical album sales. Despite engaging in individual endeavors in diverse industries, they commemorated their 15th anniversary in 2022 by dropping their complete album “FOREVER 1.”In recent times, they alluded to upcoming group projects, causing excitement among their devoted fans as they reach their 17th year since debuting.
Despite their worldwide success, BLACKPINK has also demonstrated impressive appeal among all age groups, solidifying their position as the biggest girl group in the world. In particular, their fan base boasts a significant percentage of individuals in their 40s (47%) and 50s (48%).
BLACKPINK, a third-generation girl group, has become a representative of their genre and has achieved unparalleled success not only in their home country of Korea but also on an international scale. They have made impressive accomplishments on prestigious charts such as the U.S. Billboard, UK Official Charts, and Japan’s Oricon. One of their most notable achievements is being the highest-earning girl group in history through their successful tours. From their debut hit “Whistle”to their latest chart-toppers “Boombayah,””As If It’s Your Last,””DDU-DU DDU-DU,”and “Kill This Love,”BLACKPINK has consistently produced fan-favorite songs. They have also made history as the first K-pop group
BLACKPINK has also set records as the first K-pop act to surpass 2 billion views on music videos for both “DDU-DU DDU-DU” and “Kill This Love,” and they were the initial girl group to attain double million-seller status. They recently extended their contract with YG Entertainment for group promotions, while simultaneously pursuing individual endeavors through their own labels, showcasing their immense impact in multiple industries such as music, acting, and entertainment.
NewJeans secured the third spot with 25% of the votes. Their debut in July 2022 was met with great success, thanks to their chart-topping singles “Attention”and “Hype Boy”which were loved both domestically and internationally. The group’s throwback style, incorporating elements of hip-hop, old-school, and new jack swing, strongly resonated with audiences in their 30s and 40s. The age breakdown of the survey results showed that 25% came from those aged 19-29, 23% from those in their 30s, 30% from those in their 40s, and 28% from those in their 50s.
Despite being a relatively new group, NewJeans has already gained recognition through numerous awards and solidified their position as a leading fourth-generation girl group. Their recent sold-out concert at Japan’s Tokyo Dome, which accommodates 50,000 seats, and their plans for a world tour in 2025 demonstrate their ability to captivate audiences with their dynamic performances. Following the footsteps of popular girl groups like Girls’ Generation and BLACKPINK, NewJeans is rapidly becoming a cultural sensation in the world of pop music.
Other groups that also received high rankings were Wonder Girls (21%) in 4th place, TWICE (13%) in 5th, 2NE1 (10%) in 6th, IVE (7%) in 7th, and aespa, KARA, and Red Velvet tied for 8th with 5%. Apink, MAMAMOO, and SISTAR all tied for 11th place with 4%, while T-ara and (G)I-DLE shared 14th place with 3%. Brown Eyed Girls and 4Minute both tied for 16th place with 2%, followed by f(x), Miss A, and SECRET who all tied for 18th
The source for this information can be found on Naver at https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/108/0003264035.
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