Get ready to celebrate, K-Pop fans! The KM Chart January Winners have been unveiled, and it’s a star-studded lineup that truly reflects the passion of the fandom. Hwasa, Stray Kids, Lee Chan Won, Dreamcatcher, CORTIS, and Hearts2Hearts have all claimed their rightful places at the top of the first monthly charts of the new year, showcasing their undeniable power and captivating artistry. The global standard K-Pop chart, ‘KM Chart,’ officially announced these exhilarating results on January 31st via their homepage.
K-MUSIC Chart Crowns a Reigning Queen
First up, the K-MUSIC (Digital Song) division saw Hwasa (MAMAMOO)’s ‘Good Goodbye’ secure the coveted #1 spot for the second consecutive month! 💖 This track has been riding a wave of popularity, captivating audiences since her spectacular performance at the ’46th Blue Dragon Film Awards,’ dominating major music charts ever since.
Joining her in the Top 10 for K-MUSIC are a constellation of beloved tunes:
- ✨ ILLIT‘s ‘NOT CUTE ANYMORE,’ sparking a massive challenge boom.
- 🎶 Lee Chan Won‘s ‘오늘은 왠지’ (Something About Today).
- 💎 NMIXX‘s ‘Blue Valentine.’
- 💖 LE SSERAFIM‘s ‘SPAGHETTI.’
- 🌟 ALLDAY PROJECT‘s ‘ONE MORE TIME.’
- 🚀 PLAVE‘s ‘BBUU!’.
- 🖤 BLACKPINK‘s ‘뛰어 (JUMP)’.
- 🎤 Lim Young Woong‘s ‘순간을 영원처럼’ (Forever Like a Moment).
- 🔥 TWS‘s ‘OVERDRIVE.’
Artists Who Own the Stage and Our Hearts
In the K-MUSIC ARTIST (Artist) division, the magnetic charm of Stray Kids once again seized the #1 position, holding strong for another month! Their global impact is simply phenomenal. Following closely, LE SSERAFIM claimed #2, with the dazzling talents of NMIXX at #3. The top ranks further glittered with:
- 👑 Jin (BTS)
- 🏡 BOYNEXTDOOR
- 🎤 Young Tak
- 🌌 ENHYPEN
- 🕹️ PLAVE
- 🌟 Jungkook (BTS)
- ✨ Lim Young Woong
The Fan-Favorite ‘HOT CHOICE’ Categories
The ‘HOT CHOICE’ (Popularity) Male category saw the beloved Lee Chan Won capture the top spot, a testament to his devoted fanbase. The hearts of fans were also swayed by:
- 🎶 Lim Young Woong
- 🎨 V (BTS)
- 🎮 PLAVE
- 🕺 Kang Daniel
- 🌟 Jin (BTS)
- 💖 Jimin (BTS)
- 🎤 Jungkook (BTS)
- 🐺 MONSTA X
- 👑 Cha Eunwoo
In the Female category, Dreamcatcher proved their powerful fandom, maintaining their #1 position for an extended period! Their captivating narrative continues to enchant. Close behind them, we find:
- 🖤 Jennie (BLACKPINK)
- 💫 Kep1er
- 🌸 OH MY GIRL
- 🦋 Taeyeon (Girls’ Generation)
- 💖 FIFTY FIFTY
- 💋 KISS OF LIFE
- ✨ X:IN
- 🌈 VIVIZ
- 😊 Joy (Red Velvet)
Rookie Stars Lighting Up the Future
The ROOKIE (New Artist) division also celebrated continuous triumphs! In the Male category, CORTIS soared to #1 once again, following their wins from October to December last year – a truly exciting start to their journey! They were joined by:
- 🏎️ ALPHA DRIVE ONE
- 🌠 AHOF
- 🚀 NEXZ
- 👤 idntt
- 👀 CLOSE YOUR EYES
- 🕰️ NOWZ
- ⚡ NEWBEAT
- 💡 IDID
- 🎼 AM8IC
For the Female ROOKIE category, Hearts2Hearts held onto their #1 reign, extending their streak from November to December! Their journey is just beginning, and we can feel the magic brewing. The next generation of queens includes:
- 🐾 BABYMONSTER
- 🗓️ ALLDAY PROJECT
- 🌟 ILLIT
- 🦄 UNIS
- 🌸 izna
- 🗣️ SAY MY NAME
- 👁️ ifeye
- 💖 iii
- 💕 AtHeart
The KM Chart, a chart meticulously crafted with fan participation, meticulously compiles and researches six K-MUSIC categories each month, providing reliable data that truly captures the pulse of the K-Pop universe. You can explore the detailed chart rankings and methodology on the official KM Chart homepage. It’s truly amazing to see how global fan passion shapes these results!
This month’s KM Chart vividly illustrates the captivating narratives artists weave with their music, deeply resonating with fans worldwide. It’s truly inspiring to witness the collective passion of fandoms guiding these incredible talents to such well-deserved recognition.
Editor: Chloe Jung ✨
