When you think of “pop music,” what’s the first thing that comes into your head? Is it Katy Perry and Justin Bieber? Or do you take it back old school and think N’Sync and Backstreet Boys? Well these big names may soon be replaced by names like Girls’ Generation, Big Bang and 2NE1.
If you’re wondering why that would happen or who they are, then you need to hear of the phenomenon that’s rocking the world, it’s known as k-pop (Korean pop).
Aside from their music, these South Korean artists are gaining fame in the U.S. because of their fashionable image, flashy dance moves, and most importantly, the gorgeous idols!
Have you wondered who else can top the popularity charts on YouTube aside from LMFAO and Justin Bieber? Well, Girls’ Generation and their hit song “The Boys” managed to grab the third spot on YouTube and were even mentioned on E! News.Â
Still unsure of k-pop’s growing popularity in the states? Will.i.am from the Black Eyed Peas was very impressed by girl group 2NE1 and expressed that he would like to work with them. Now that is making a serious impression!
K-pop sensation, Wonder Girls, was the opening act for the Jonas Brothers World Tour 2009. How many people get to say they opened up a Jonas Brothers concert and managed to debut their song “Nobody” on the Billboard Hot 100?
K-pop may be the musical trend that pop music needs after all of the boy/girl groups just disappeared off the face of the earth. The only difference is that this time it’s in another language but equally just as fun. With more and more k-pop artist making appearances in American media, it’s a great idea to get ahead of the curve and maybe even discover another great genre of music!