K-pop

K-pop, short for Korean popular music, is a form of popular music originating in South Korea as part of South Korean culture. It includes various styles and genres from around the world such as pop, hip hop, R\&B, rock, jazz, gospel, reggae, electronic dance, folk, country, disco, and classical[\[1\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K-pop). K-pop has gained worldwide popularity and has a dedicated fanbase. It has its own unique characteristics, including highly synchronized dance routines, catchy melodies, and visually stunning music videos. Some popular kpop groups and soloist includes: BTS, Blackpink, Seventeen, IU,PSY, Bigbang, Twice, Itzy, Newjeans, Aespa and so much more.

Various websites provide information about K-pop and its industry. One of the most reliable sources is Wikipedia, which offers a comprehensive overview of K-pop's history, influence, and notable artists[\[1\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K-pop). Another reputable source is Koreaboo, a website that covers breaking news, photos, and viral videos related to K-pop. It provides up-to-date information on K-pop idols, their activities, and fan-adjacent content[\[2\]](https://www.koreaboo.com/). Soompi is another popular platform that offers breaking news, exclusives, and videos related to K-pop and K-drama[\[4\]](https://www.soompi.com/).

If you are interested in keeping track of the latest K-pop songs and charts, Billboard provides the Billboard K-Pop 100 chart, which ranks the top K-pop songs based on various metrics[\[2\]](https://www.koreaboo.com/). They also publish annual lists of the best K-pop songs, offering a curated selection of the year's most impactful tracks[\[3\]](https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-kpop-songs-2021-year-end/#!).

For those curious about the meaning and cultural context of K-pop, resources like 90 Day Korean provide an introduction to the genre. K-pop, in Korean, is known as "대중음악" (daejungeumak), which translates to "pop music." However, it is commonly referred to as "가요" (gayo), which means "song" in Korean[\[5\]](https://www.90daykorean.com/what-is-kpop/).

These sources should provide valuable information and insights into the world of K-pop and its cultural significance.

#### Sources:

1. [Wikipedia - K-pop](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K-pop)

2. [Koreaboo](https://www.koreaboo.com/)

3. [Soompi](https://www.soompi.com/)

4. [Billboard - Best K-Pop Songs of 2021](https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-kpop-songs-2021-year-end/#!)

5. [90 Day Korean - What is K-pop?](https://www.90daykorean.com/what-is-kpop/)