K-pop: South Korea’s Global Music Phenomenon

K-pop is Korean popular music mixing many styles and genres.

K-pop originated in South Korea as youth culture in 1990s.

K-pop features sharp dance routines and colorful outfits.

Lee Soo-man of SM Entertainment created the Korean idol system.

TVXQ and BoA gained success in Japan and spread K-pop overseas.

South Korea was sixth largest music market worldwide in 2019.

Four women perform on stage in colorful outfits.

K-pop choreography features formation changes and point dances for lyrics.

Idol trainees train intensely in singing, dancing, languages, for years.

Many K-pop artists use English words in names and song lyrics.

K-pop groups debut with concepts shaping their music and visual style.

K-pop blends Korean and Western music, creating a unique global culture.