KPOP Charts 2019, 1st Edition: My Top 10

This 2019 begins with a bunch of new groups. On this outbreak of idols, we have TXT from Big Hit Entertainment, itzy from JYP Entertainment, Treasure 13 from YG Entertainment, and other groups as well as solo artists, are starting their career this year. For me it’s a little difficult to accept new groups, but I will try my best to have an open mind on these new artists. What really surprised me was that I liked one new group, and it’s on the list. So now, please enjoy my first top 10 of the year.   

Apink - % % (Eung Eung)

The girls of Apink are back with an incredible track where they express what they want a partner to have. This song is part of their eight EP “Percent”, and the sound of it is an 80’s dance music inspired. With the track we have an incredible MV in which the girls are assembling a series of objects to create their perfect guy on a Pink Factory. Of course, every great single has an incredible choreography, and for this project the pointers of the dance goes amazing with the chorouse “Eung Eung”.  

Hwasa -Twit

The youngest member of the kpop girl group MAMAMOO, Hwasa, has made her solo debut!! The sexy member of this unique group has made her first solo project with the track “Twit”, in which we can have a hint of all her talent. From a great choreography, a fierce vibe and a display of great vocals, we can not be disappointed on this single. The track talks about a lover who is giving too much to a person, and this is displayed on a mockery tone from the singer.

Dreamcatchers - Piri

This group has always caught my attention, because their songs sound like they are out of an anime. Always with a creepy vibe, Dreamcatchers made their comeback with their fourth EP “The End of Nightmare”. With a flute sound and their characteristic rock sound, the girls are performing a wake-up call to those who have sins to reflect before the final judgement. For this track the group don’t leave their strong choreography, another great characteristic from them.

Itzy - Dalla Dalla

JYP Entertainment has debuted their new girl group called itzy. This five-member group is composed by ChaeRyeong, Lia, RyuJin, Yeji and Yuna. The group’s track “Dalla Dalla” made their way to Billboard’s World Digital Songs charts in a flash, something impressive for a new group. This group aims to be something different and fresh for the audience, and so far they are making an impact.

Loco ft Zion.T - It’s been awhile

The rapper Loco has started his mandatory military service this month of February. Before he enlisted, the track “It’s Been a While” was released. For this project we have the great combination of Loco’s rapping skills and the smooth vocals of Zion T. On the MV we can see the rapper getting ready for his haircut, one of the key moments for a man ahead of his service. The single talks about seeing someone after a while and remembering the past, this track was produced by GRAY.

iKON - IM OK

For this new project the group has all their feeling of loneliness out. This new track is part of their “New Kids Repackage: The New Kids” album, which have tracks from their three previous “New Kids” projects. The song “I’M OK” is the first release of the group, after a great 2018 with their track “Love Scenario”.  

Chungha - Gotta Go

Since 2018 Chungha has blown away the audience with her fierce look and incredible tracks. After her appearance on the survival reality show “Produce I.O.I.” to later be part of the group I.O.I. at the end, the new idol has taken the stage as a solo artist for the company MNH Entertainment. At the beginning of 2018 she released the track “Roller Coaster” from the EP “Offset”, and on the summer she released the song “Love U” from the mini album “Blooming Blue”. On January she released the project “Gotta Go”, which makes her shine with all the charisma and fierce attitude. With this track she won her first music show trophy on MBC’s “Show Champion”.

Nichkhun - Lucky Charm

It’s Nichkhun first solo album!!! The 2PM member has released his first solo project this February, titled “Me”. Since most of his fellow members are in the mandatory military service, and the remaining other two members (Junho and Chansung) are working on their solo projects, it was natural the he would do the same. For this track, the artist wrote the lyrics and composed the music. The song is described by him to be listed to “right when you wake up, and before you close your eyes and fall asleep at night”.

VIXX - Walking

Is a track composed by member Ravi and the lyrics were written by N. This song is a love letter to their fans, with their sincere appreciation to them. The beautiful message is accompanied with a pleasing sound for their beloved “Starlight”, which is their fandom name.

Tiffany Young - Born Again

The ex-member of the SM Entertainment girl group Girls’ Generation, Tiffany, has released her first album as a solo artist. Even though it’s in English and she has already released singles, this project should not be left behind. Tiffany expressed that this album is showing her true self, all her deepest feelings and what makes her who she is. As it says the track, she is “Born Again” with this project, making her transition from the kpop world to the US market.

Well, this is for now. Hope you all like the post and share it with your kpop-lovers’ friends. Until the next post, which I hope to keep you up with more incredible tracks on the kpop industry.