TWS Beats IU in Stunning Melon Chart Twist — Why Are Netizens Laughing?

Unexpectedly, TWS, a rookie boy group, has achieved an unprecedented feat by surpassing IU in the yearly rankings of the popular Korean music platform, Melon. Their track “plot twist”has garnered a larger number of listeners than IU’s “Love Wins All,”solidifying their success in the industry.

A post titled “Melon Annual Ranking Update, TWS’s ‘plot twist’ #1″was shared on the Korean forum “theqoo”on the evening of May 27, and it garnered almost 600 comments. Despite this significant milestone, the majority of netizens have responded with criticism and disappointment.

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Despite the widespread ridicule and doubt expressed by K-netizens, the news has not gone unnoticed. Many have accused of chart manipulation, and here are some of the most noteworthy remarks:

“They are scamming people and pretending to be popular to gain popularity haha. They take first place and the grand prize without any hesitation. Don’t they feel ashamed in front of other singers who have worked hard and legitimately?”

“Imagine them winning at the year-end awards and being proud of this… Pure shameless behavior…”

“Wow their company is really so great!~”

“I do listen to this song a lot, but defeating IU is taking it too far.”

In the face of widespread criticism, a small number of internet users have spoken out in support of TWS, proposing that the song’s high quality may have been a factor in its sudden surge in popularity.

“Huh this is a good song though, I think the company manipulated the chart at first to get it up and then people genuinely started to listen to it.”

In a surprising turn of events, TWS, a boy band from South Korea, has taken the top spot on the Bugs Music charts, causing a buzz in the K-pop industry.

This accomplishment has caused a range of responses from both fans and individuals within the industry, particularly as TWS surpassed well-known artists such as IU. This triumph has ignited discussions about the morality of chart rivalry and has garnered both acclaim and disapproval regarding the excellence of their chart-topping track.

Despite receiving a wide range of responses from netizens, including admiration, congratulations, skepticism, and sarcasm, there is a sense of anticipation surrounding TWS’ potential impact on the K-pop scene. Despite being labeled as a “monster rookie,”the group has the potential to make a significant mark in the industry.