TPO – Many netizens objected to Forbes’ assessment that BlackPink was the pioneer in introducing K-pop to a global audience. They think that before that, there were many groups and artists known to the world.
| BlackPink was praised by Forbes in the article on August 15. |
August 15th, Forbes there is an article evaluating BlackPink’s impact on the music industry. In particular, the top magazine for the 4 girls of YG Entertainment has many “winged” compliments.
“With each passing year, BlackPink’s position in the music industry increases. They are already a global phenomenon and recent efforts have made them even more famous. All 4 members started successful solo careers. Each showcases their own distinct brand and musical talent. All the attention given to each single and collection they release further strengthens BlackPink’s position as a powerhouse in the industry,” quoted the article.
Regarding BlackPink’s contributions to the Kpop industry and world music, Forbes wrote: “BlackPink’s impact on today’s global music business cannot be overstated. They were pioneers in introducing K-pop to a global audience before many of their contemporaries. The group’s previous successes in the US paved the way for the next K-pop acts to gain traction on the Western charts and now have many successful people following in their footsteps.
Over the years, the Western world has become more receptive to K-pop. More and more Korean music artists are gaining popularity and gaining top positions on the charts. As audiences become more attuned to the genre’s unique sounds and cultural nuances, language barriers become less of an obstacle thanks to BlackPink’s legacy, which includes shaping the musical landscape that brings them to life. a more profitable and friendly environment”.
After the article, the phrase “BlackPink paved the way” (BlackPink paved the way) became a global trend. On Twitter, many fans agreed with Forbes. They claim the success and influence of “Hac – Huong” is indisputable.
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| “BlackPink paved the way” trended on Twitter. |
However, a part of netizens who love Kpop does not think so. They consider BlackPink to be one of the most successful K-pop groups in history, but not the pioneer or pave the way for Korean music to the world.
A series of critical comments Forbes was left on online forums: “We continue with the bullshit. The first and second generation paved the way, the rest just got on board”, “Having seen Big Bang, Hyolyn, Zico and Epik High concerts in Europe, I feel like BlackPink paved the way. is too wordy. Not to mention, they only have a handful of songs. Most of the buzz they generate today comes from fashion and dating rumors. I voice this opinion as someone who really loves BlackPink”, “BlackPink and BTS make Kpop more popular in the Western region, not pave the way for Kpop to reach a global audience”, “If talking about the 2nd generation of idols, 2NE1 and Big Bang paved the way for Korean music to reach the Western market”, “They are not the pioneers, artists like Psy, BoA, Big Bang, 2NE1 , Wonder Girls and SNSD laid the foundation. BTS followed and worked hard, especially in the US”, “It seems the author of the article is a Blink (BlackPink fan)”, “I was wondering if they paid for this article?”, ” What do they pave the way for? If it’s successful in the international market, isn’t it BTS?”, “It must be said that BlackPink is the group that opened the way. They debuted as 2NE1’s successors. Before they went international, BTS did it. Their success has no small contribution from the media”, “Before they debuted, Gangnam Style Psy’s is already a global hit”…
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| According to netizens, BTS who was famous worldwide before BlackPink is not even considered a pioneer. |
