The 2 K-Pop Soloists With The Most Music Show Wins in 2023 So Far

As K-Pop continues to captivate audiences worldwide, 2023 has been a landmark year for soloists breaking through with record-smashing hits. Among many successful solo acts that have emerged this year, two have stood out. Both of them have not only launched their individual careers in spectacular fashion, but they’ve also equally conquered the music show scene, each clinching nine wins thus far.

The two talented soloists are none other than BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo and BTS‘s Jungkook.

Jungkook's "Seven" now ties with Jisoo's "Flower" as the song by a Soloist with the MOST Korean MusicShow Wins in 2023 (9 each)!! #Seven9thWin #JUNGKOOK9thWin pic.twitter.com/H1RDyQFCoH

— Rize⁷ (kinda ia) (@rize07addict) August 13, 2023

Jisoo made a stunning solo debut earlier this year with “Flower.” This debut single, which has clinched an impressive 9 music show wins, has painted the airwaves with its eclectic blend of traditional Korean melodies, Caribbean elements, and a splash of modern pop and trap music.

Winning 3 times on both Inkigayo and Show Champion, and once each on M Countdown, Music Bank, and Music Core, Jisoo has undoubtedly proven her mettle as a solo artist.

“Flower” dives deep into the theme of overcoming toxic relationships, crafted masterfully by Vince, TEDDY, Kush, and VVN in the lyrics. Its production, a sophisticated amalgamation of mid-tempo beats and traditional melodies, was hailed by critics.

Complementing its commercial success, “Flower” also made waves in international markets, charting high in places such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, and even the UK. This success was crowned by an enchanting music video released on BLACKPINK’s YouTube channel.

Jungkook, on the other hand, entered the solo scene with “SEVEN.” This track, featuring American rapper Latto, is a romantic ballad intertwined with UK garage elements. The song touches upon the theme of desiring to be with a loved one constantly.

The duo of Jungkook and Latto saw “SEVEN” soar high, debuting atop the Billboard Hot 100 and Global 200. It’s worth noting that Jungkook’s wins have been distributed between Inkigayo (3 times), M COUNTDOWN (3 times), Show Champion (2 times), and Music Core (once).

#JUNGKOOK now tied as the Kpop soloist with most music show wins in 2023 (9)!

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— BTS Charts & Votings (@btschartstudio) August 13, 2023

Behind the allure of “SEVEN” is the genius of Andrew Watt, Cirkut, Jon Bellion, Latto, and Theron Makiel Thomas in the songwriting. Besides its romantic allure, the song also boasts of an explicit version.

Not only did the track make waves in the U.S., but it also broke records in the UK, debuting at number three and becoming the highest debut by a Korean solo act.

2023 has been a monumental year for both BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and BTS’s Jungkook. While they’ve embarked on their respective solo journeys, the love and support from fans and the recognition through music show wins attest to their undiminished star power. Their solo debuts have not only expanded their musical horizons but have also paved the way for further K-Pop domination globally.