Aespa's 'Supernova' Crowned Best K-Pop Song of 2024 by Billboard

Aespa, under SM Entertainment, has achieved a remarkable feat with their song 'Supernova' being recognized as 'Song of the Year' by international media outlets.

Recently, 'Supernova' topped the 'The 25 Best K-Pop Songs of 2024: Staff Picks' chart released by Billboard, reaffirming Aespa's status as a global hitmaker.

Billboard praised the track, stating, "'Supernova' is not only the lead track from Aespa's first full-length album 'Armageddon,' but it also defines this year's K-pop scene. The song, spanning just three minutes, perfectly blends innovation and structure, featuring three full choruses, dynamic verses, an emotional bridge, and an overwhelming dance break. Despite its complexity, Aespa maintains consistency and completeness throughout, showcasing a new level of artistry."

The review continued, "This cosmic dance track combines Karina and Giselle's sharp rap verses with Winter and Ningning's dazzling vocals, offering a stellar delicacy. The members seamlessly transition between roles, displaying versatility. Another ambitious aspect of Aespa is the buzzing synthesizer introduced in the second verse, highlighting their effort to break traditional molds. 'Supernova' has captivated audiences on social media with its addictive beat and captivating choreography, earning critical acclaim for its boundary-pushing production. Even Grimes was enchanted, presenting a futuristic remix that retains the essence of the original. This masterpiece instantly proves Aespa's ability to mesmerize fans, critics, and fellow artists alike."

Additionally, 'Supernova' was also featured in the UK's renowned music magazine NME's '50 Best Songs of 2024.' NME lauded the track, saying, "Approved by NASA, 'Supernova' makes its presence known from the first few seconds. With explosive sounds, soaring synths, and Aespa's cool, confident lyrics 'I'm like...some kind of supernova,' the song is filled with lively electro beats and impressive hooks, proving the girl group's ability to succeed in uncharted territories."

Aespa's 'Supernova,' the title track from their first full-length album released in May, set a new record by staying at the top of the Melon chart for 15 consecutive weeks, the longest in history. The group is experiencing an unprecedented career-high season, sweeping various awards at year-end music ceremonies, including Album of the Year, Best Song of the Year, and Best Music Video.

Meanwhile, Aespa is set to participate in the 'SMTOWN LIVE 2025' concert in Seoul, scheduled for January 11-12, 2025, at the Gocheok Sky Dome.