Amid lip-syncing issues among fourth-gen idols, K-pop fans opened a discussion on which rookie idols have the best live vocal skills.
Here Are 7 4th-Gen Female Idols Who Can Sing Live
1. NMIXX Lily
Among fourth-gen female idols, fans acknowledge Lily's vocals. If you are an older K-pop fan, you might recall how the star, previously known as Lily M, introduced her versatile voice through "K-pop Stars 4" in 2014.
At the time, she showcased her raw vocals, which earned her a spot to become a trainee under JYP Entertainment, one of the "BIG 3" agencies.
After seven years of training, Lily didn't disappoint when she finally debuted as NMIXX because of her improved vocal technique and flawless high notes, worthy to become the group's main vocals.
2. aespa NingNing
Following Lily, people selected NingNing, who immediately earned the moniker "Little Bada," for her singing skills.
K-pop fans agree that NingNing's voice resembles the vocals of former S.E.S Bada, one of the best vocalists from the first-gen K-pop era.
In particular, NingNing has a high-pitched voice that adds a fantasy-like vibe to aespa's songs. She can also do riffs and runs that are really pleasing to the ear.
Her special skill is also being able to transition smoothly from chest notes to head tones.
3. LE SSERAFIM Huh Yunjin
People can't help but praise Yunjin as well. Contrary to the two aforementioned idols, the LE SSERAFIM member has a thicker and more powerful sound, just like opera singers.
However, she's more than just this singing style.
After debuting as an idol, Yunjin showed off her vocals singing various genres through her LE SSERAFIM releases and her self-composed tracks.
Indeed, Yunjin proves she's a versatile vocalist who can rock any kind of song!
4. aespa Winter
Along with NingNing, Winter is also lauded for her vocals. More than her high notes, Winter is much loved for her heavenly, relaxing voice that you want to listen to whenever you want comfort.
Her clear and cool diction when singing make it even more magical!
5. NMIXX Haewon
NMIXX Haewon is also earning interest for her voice. Her vocal range is not as high as Lily, but she has incredible vocal techniques that bring life to any song.
On top of that, she is receiving admiration for her natural flowing expression and emotion when performing, some aspects that most singers forget because they focus too much on the lyrics and hitting high notes rather than singing with heart.
6. Purple Kiss Swan
Given the number of netizens who mentioned Purple Kiss Swan, it seemed like the "hidden gem" vocalists among fourth-gen idols are already being recognized!
Indeed, Swan's singing voice is just so pleasing to the ears. The idol has distinct and solid skills that you might not forget once you hear her sing.
7. STAYC Sieun
Sieun is also acknowledged by K-pop fans for her voice. Her vocal tone is clear, and she can sing songs seamlessly like reaching high notes is nothing.
Among fourth-gen idols, Sieun's stability when singing despite complex choreographies was also lauded, as it is already rare for fourth-gen idols to sing live while dancing without backtrack.
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