K-pop came quite strongly to the Western world, and according to what is observed, it plans to stay and continue to set trends in the production of new songs in addition to continuing to generate loyalty ties with its followers. Maybe K-pop could influence the music industry in America, and thus create not only academies that train new artists but also idol pop bands that get great recognition and support; just as they did in South Korea. If you don't know what K-pop is about this is the ideal article to begin your knowledge of this universe that is steeped in dance, great singers, international tours, and even fashion.


Lee Soo Man, the mind behind K-Pop, is the founder of South Korea's largest music entertainment company, SM Entertainment. Mr. Lee Soo Man was a singer and songwriter, however, he left his career because he had legal problems with censorship in South Korea, due to this he decided to travel to the United States to study for a master's degree in computer engineering. And it is there where he meets the " Superstars of the MTV generation " a contest that made a normal person become a recognized artist, plus the different music videos with choreography that the fans danced. In this way, he began to plan how to become a famous band and succeed in the Korean music industry. In the year 2023, Lee Soo Man was recognized as one of the leaders of the world music industry. 

The most recognized K-pop groups in the music industry

When it comes to K-Pop it is impossible not to talk about these two legendary idol bands that have set trends throughout the world thanks to their songs and singers, Because of this we will talk about the two best-known groups in the K-Pop genre. Pop. So you can listen to new music in your playlist.

BTS: Unlike other bands, BTS produces and composes their songs, because, in the world of K-Pop, it is the record labels that have the total power of the different releases that the artists have. This group is made up of seven members who since 2023 have brought us K-pop, Hip-Hop, EDM, and R&B music. BTS has had a total of three world tours, so around the world, they have " ARMYs" (Name that their followers call themselves)

BTS has the first position in the Korean music of Billboard artists, in addition, their album WINGS has had a sales record, since the day it was released to the public it sold 141,600 albums. They also won the Billboard Music Awards in the Top Social Artist category.

" We are very honored to achieve these incredible milestones, including the Official Singles Chart. Thank you so much to our ARMYs! “Dynamite” was created with the hope that we can provide some vibrant energy that the world needs right now. We are extremely happy to see people from all over the world enjoy it."

- RM, singer of BTS.

These are our three songs that yes or if you should give BTS a chance:

Boy With Luv, MIC DROP, DNA.

Black Pink: The name Black Pink has several connotations, One of them explains that although pink is a beautiful color, the four members of the band not only have beauty to give but also talent. In 2016 Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa, and Rose introduced the world with their single Square One which would later become a #1 album on the iTunes chart. Black Pink's followers called themselves " Blink " which translates means flash, thus Black Pink confirms that their followers are the flash of their career.

Like a diamond, we will shine together, whenever, wherever, forever, always, always"

-Black Pink

Here are our three Black Pink recommendations that you should put on your playlist:

How You Like That, Boombayah, DDU-DU DDU-DU.

What you didn't know about K-POP:

South Korea was influenced by American culture after the wars, because of this, Koreans began to adapt to the music that the United States offered, specifically pop, and because of this, it is normal to find parts in English in the lyrics of the songs.

Today it is the other way around because it is South Korea that is spreading its culture in different countries of the world, not only with music but also with the different technological products that the country offers.

Idols have prepared for more than four years to debut as singers. In Korea, some academies shape an artist and finally, if he meets the tests they perform, the singer goes on to sign with a record label, because in his curriculum there are dance classes, management of social networks, behavior before the media, and further.

Music videos are considered as audiovisual art since each scene, dance, and costume is designed by the label so that the video is also recognized and consistent with the essence of the musical group or artist.

At the Escuela Vocal de Colombia, we renew ourselves, and we do it to the rhythm of music. That is why we understand the new trends that mark not only the music market but also the hearts of our students. Because of this, now you can find your favorite K-Pop songs on EVCradio, and fill your life with music.