TWICE's Rising Stardom in America Fuels Debate Over Reigning K-pop Queens
A question recently stirred up the Twitter community: "Is TWICE surpassing BLACKPINK as the leading K-pop girl group in America?" This arose following a tweet from SoFi Stadium, kindling a fervent discussion contrasting the two preeminent K-pop female bands' popularity stateside.
TWICE's Ascent to Fame SoFi Stadium, one of America's largest venues, grabbed the spotlight with a tweet about TWICE's impending Los Angeles concert.
This event marks TWICE as the first female band to grace the stage at the stadium, adding another accomplishment to their impressive list. The swift sell-out of the concert speaks volumes about the group's substantial fan base.
Fan reactions pouring in mirrored the escalating excitement for TWICE. "Incredible! They're really making it happen. We should repeat this next year," a fan remarked, encapsulating the ecstatic atmosphere surrounding the event.
Another admirer, marveling at TWICE's rise, observed, "TWICE is nothing short of extraordinary. Their hit songs are testament to their remarkable journey. They're truly on a roll."
The TWICE vs BLACKPINK Conundrum
As TWICE's popularity escalates, fans can't resist juxtaposing their success with BLACKPINK's.
Reflecting on this competition, one fan pondered, "Is TWICE now eclipsing BLACKPINK's fame in America? This is quite a feat."
Even non-TWICE fans contributed to the discourse, commending the group's accomplishments.
Despite some criticism about their performance skills, TWICE has demonstrated their global allure.
The prospect of an exhilarating concert featuring TWICE's catalog of hit tracks underlines the belief in the group's climbing popularity.
Dissecting the Popularity Clash
In 2019, BLACKPINK carved out a place in history by ascending to the top of the Billboard 200 chart with their Born Pink album- a first for any band in the U.S.
However, TWICE's recent milestones suggest they might be challenging BLACKPINK's supremacy.
Both groups have enjoyed skyrocketing success since their inception, amassing fervent global fans. Popularity, though, remains a subjective matter and varies according to personal preferences.
A Showdown of Unprecedented Achievements TWICE was crowned as the global K-pop leader in 2022, outpacing even BTS. Their significant following in Japan, the Philippines, and South Korea led to a staggering viewership of 823 million.
In addition, their EPs and special albums sold over 1.2 million copies within 19 months of their debut, accentuating their domestic and international triumphs.
Compared to BLACKPINK, TWICE has greater popularity in South Korea and Japan, solidifying their stronghold in the industry.
Moreover, they've set new benchmarks, becoming the best-selling K-pop girl group ever.
While both TWICE and BLACKPINK have played vital roles in propelling the Korean Wave, each group's strength lies in different domains.
Their exceptional skills in vocals, dance, and rap make it challenging to pinpoint a clear victor.
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