Stray Kids, Jungkook, and SEVENTEEN: Nominated but Fell Short at Billboard Music Awards 2023

Recap of the 2024 Billboard Music Awards: K-Pop’s Impact

On December 13th, 2024, the Billboard Music Awards brought together a vibrant mix of artists from around the globe, including some of the biggest names in K-pop. This year’s ceremony showcased the dynamic energy and talent of numerous performers, further emphasizing the genre’s growing influence on the international music scene.

Stray Kids Shine on Stage

Among the standout performers was Stray Kids, who captivated the audience with electrifying renditions of their tracks “Chk Chk Boom” and “JJAM” . The group received a nomination in the fiercely contested Top Duo/Group category, facing off against renowned acts such as Blink-182, Coldplay, and Linkin Park. Despite their impressive performance, the award was ultimately secured by the Mexican band Fuerza Regida.

Stray Kids Performance at the Billboard Music Awards

Jungkook Sets New Records

Another highlight of the evening was Jungkook from BTS, who made waves by achieving the record for the most nominations for a K-pop artist at this year’s event, earning five nominations in total. He was recognized in categories including Top Song Sales Artist, Top Selling Song, Top Global K-pop Artist, Top K-pop Album, and Top Global K-pop Song. Nonetheless, the Top Song Sales Artist award went to country artist Shaboozey.

SEVENTEEN Triumphs in K-Pop Categories

In a significant victory, SEVENTEEN took home the award for Top K-Pop Touring Artist. During their heartfelt acceptance speech, they expressed their commitment to continuing to bring joy and energy to their fans through exceptional music and performances. SEVENTEEN also showcased their latest track, “Love, Money, Fame,” thrilling the audience with their performance.

The Evolution of K-Pop at the Billboard Music Awards

This prestigious event marked the second year of the dedicated K-pop categories, which include Top Global K-pop Artist, Top K-Pop Touring Artist, Top K-pop Album, and Top Global K-pop Song. The introduction of these categories highlights the recognition and celebration of K-pop’s expanding presence within the global music industry.

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