The annual Gallup Korea survey has unveiled the most popular singers in Korea for 2024. Conducted between March 22 and April 5, the survey gathered responses from 1,777 individuals aged 13 and older across South Korea, excluding Jeju Island.
This year, Lim Young Woong topped the list with 10.3% of the votes. The top 10 also features notable names such as IU, BTS, Na Hoon A, NewJeans, Jang Yoon Jung, Jin Sung, Young Tak, Song Ga In, and BLACKPINK, showcasing a wide array of musical preferences among Koreans.
The survey results revealed the following rankings:
1. Lim Young Woong (10.3%)
2. IU (9.0%)
3. BTS (4.9%)
4. Na Hoon A (4.0%)
5. NewJeans (3.5%)
6. Jang Yoon Jung (3.4%)
7. Jin Sung (2.7%)
8. Young Tak, Song Ga In (both 2.4%)
9. BLACKPINK (2.2%)
The survey also highlighted the most popular singers by gender and age group.
For males:
– Ages 13-18: IU (18%), NewJeans (13%), BLACKPINK (8%), BTS (7%), LE SSERAFIM (6%)
– Ages 19-29: IU (22%), NewJeans (14%), BTS (9%), BLACKPINK (4%), IVE (4%)
– Ages 30s: IU (28%), NewJeans (5%), Lim Young Woong (5%), Lee Hyo Ri (4%), Sung Si Kyung (3%)
– Ages 40s: IU (11%), Lim Young Woong (7%), Sung Si Kyung (5%), BTS (5%), Jang Yoon Jung (4%)
– Ages 50s: Jang Yoon Jung (9%), Na Hoon A (8%), Lim Young Woong (7%), Jin Sung (5%), Song Ga In (4%)
– Ages 60 and older: Na Hoon A (16%), Jin Sung (9%), Lim Young Woong (8%), Kim Yon Ja (6%), Jang Yoon Jung (5%)
For females:
– Ages 13-18: BTS (20%), IU (10%), NewJeans (10%), BLACKPINK (6%), BIBI (3%), V (3%)
– Ages 19-29: IU (15%), BTS (12%), NewJeans (11%), BLACKPINK (7%), SEVENTEEN (5%)
– Ages 30s: IU (18%), BTS (15%), Lim Young Woong (6%), Lee Hyo Ri (5%), Akdong Musician (3%), Sung Si Kyung (3%)
– Ages 40s: Lim Young Woong (14%), IU (7%), Sung Si Kyung (6%), Jang Yoon Jung (5%), Lee Chan Won (4%)
– Ages 50s: Lim Young Woong (25%), Song Ga In (6%), Young Tak (5%), Jang Min Ho (5%), Jang Yoon Jung (4%)
– Ages 60 and older: Lim Young Woong (26%), Jin Sung (5%), Na Hoon A (5%), Im Mi Ja (5%), Song Ga In (5%)
Gallup Korea also released the rankings of celebrities who made a significant impact throughout 2023. The survey, conducted in July, September-October, and November, involved 5,262 individuals aged 13 and above nationwide, excluding Jeju Island. Respondents were asked to name up to three of their favorite singers or groups active in the Korean mainstream music industry in 2023. The margin of error for this survey was ±2.0 points for ages 13 to 39 and ±1.9 points for those aged 40 and above, with a 95% confidence level.
NewJeans secured the top spot with 27% of the votes in the 13 to 39 age group, while Lim Young Woong claimed the first position with 37.8% of the votes among individuals aged 40 and above.
NewJeans, who debuted in July 2022, experienced a meteoric rise to fame, showcasing extraordinary growth. Their rapid ascent is evidenced by their leap from 4th position in the 2022 Gallup Korea poll to securing the top spot this year, garnering the most votes in the 13 to 39 age demographic. Their fresh style garnered significant popularity and once again dominated the music industry this year.
In the 13-39 age group, the second-favorite singer of the year was BTS (18.3%), followed by IVE (17.0%) in third place, IU (16.1%) in fourth place, BLACKPINK (12.7%) in fifth place, AKMU (7.4%) in sixth place, Lim Young Woong (7.1%) in seventh place, Jungkook (5.6%) in eighth place, and (G)I-DLE and aespa (both at 5.5%) tied for ninth place.
Singers who didn’t make it to the top 10 but received mentions include Seventeen (4.6%), LE SSERAFIM (4.2%), Hwa Sa (3.8%), Parc Jae Jung (3.2%), Sung Si Kyung (2.7%), Young Tak (2.4%), Younha, Jennie (both at 2.3%), MeloMance, Jannabi (both at 2.1%), Lee Mu Jin, Lee Chan Won, NCT (all at 1.9%), EXO (1.8%), and Jung Dong Won (1.5%).
In the 40 and above age group, Lim Young Woong maintained the top position for the fourth consecutive year. Debuting in 2016, he ascended to stardom by winning the final round of the TV Chosun audition program ‘Mr. Trot’ in 2020. Building a strong fan base, he became a prominent figure in various performances, broadcasts, and advertisements. This year’s nationwide tour has been remarkable, with sold-out shows in all regions of South Korea.
Following Lim Young Woong, the second place in the 40 and above age group went to Jang Yoon Jung (12.7%), followed by Young Tak (11.8%) in third place, Lee Chan Won (11.3%) in fourth place, Na Hoon Ah (9.5%) in fifth place, Song Ga In (9.1%) in sixth place, Jin Sung (7.9%) in seventh place, Kim Ho Joong (7.4%) in eighth place, Jung Dong Won (5.4%) in ninth place, and Jang Min Ho (5.1%) in tenth place.
Singers outside the top 10 in the 40 and above age group include BTS (4.5%), IU (4.4%), Kim Yeon Ja (3.2%), Ahn Sung Hoon (2.7%), Jo Yong Pil, NewJeans (both at 2.5%), Nam Jin, Sung Si Kyung (both at 2.4%), Lee Seung Chul, Yang Ji Eun (both at 1.8%), BLACKPINK, Im Moon Se, Jo Hang Jo (all at 1.6%).
As Gallup Korea celebrates its 50th anniversary, it has unveiled the much-anticipated results of its annual survey, “50 Things Koreans Like.” This year’s list of favorite singers reveals a diverse mix of genres and generations, capturing the essence of Korea’s rich musical landscape. The survey, conducted from March 22 to April 5, 2024, polled 1,777 people aged 13 and above across the nation (excluding Jeju Island). Here are the top 10 singers who have captured the hearts of South Koreans!
