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AN INTRODUCTION TO K-POP
By Verity Kang
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What is K-POP?
Korean pop music
There are many different popular styles of Korean music, though it is often divided into two main sections.
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The cuter, “girlier” / “pretty boy” style…
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And the more American, hip-hop inspired style.
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Firstly, let’s take a look at the more “cutesy” style.
• SNSD, or Girls’ Generation• Group dances• “Aegyo”• Coordinated outfits• Light-hearted lyrics
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Next, let’s look closer at the second, hip-hop influenced style.
• Big Bang• Beat-focused• Unusual music videos, less focused on appearance• Less structured dancing• Varied lyrics
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There is also a smaller (but very popular) section of K-pop that focuses on humor.
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This comedic style includes:
• Fun, light-hearted lyrics• Humorous dancing• Wacky outfits• Memorable music videos
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A perfect example of this sub-section of K-pop is, of course, Gangnam Style.
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In Conclusion…
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Your Overall Happiness
Your Overall Happiness
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Thus…
Listen to K-Pop
Watch K-Pop
Dance K-Pop
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Interested in finding out more?
Soompi and allkpop are great places to catch the latest K-pop news, updates, and even gossip.
You can also always catch new K-pop music videos on the artists’ official YouTube channels!