MelOn has long played a significant role in the K-pop industry since it helped artists shape the music scene. The famous music platform has participated in recording digital charts, alongside data that determine impact, trends, and relevance.
As K-pop grew over time, many Korean artists have also made their marks on the chart with their music releases. According to a poll, fans have voted on which artists were the most streamed on the music platform.
Here are the 10 most streamed K-pop artists in MelOn of all time!
1. BTS
BTS is a power player in the Korean music industry, as the septet managed to defy all odds from their debut to their rise across international areas. The world's biggest K-pop group definitely deserved the first place, as they have garnered hearts globally with their releases.
2. Lim Young Woong
Lim Young Woong's impact in South Korea is not one to be trifled with. The soloist has proven his reputation as one of the country's well-loved musicians.
3. EXO
EXO has always maintained their reputation as the "Nation's Pick" by dropping iconic songs.
4. IU
IU is one of the most loved icons in South Korea due to her artistry, humble personality, acting skills, charm, brand power, and chart-topping releases.
5. SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN also made it on the list's top five. Ever since their debut in 2015, SEVENTEEN has self-produced legendary tracks that are well-loved by CARATs and K-pop community, and are worthy of music chart success.
6. Kim Ho Joong
Kim Ho Joong made it on the list's sixth place, since the soloist released heartfelt tracks and claimed success across the charts.
7. BOL4
BOL4, also known as Bolbbalgan4, is one of the "chart monsters" in South Korea. With their recognizable songs such as "Some," "Travel," 'Blue," and many more, the former duo left a memorable impression on listeners.
8. BIGBANG
BIGBANG's relevance in South Korea has continuously been discussed by online platforms, and because of their versatile yet profound discography, the group left an outstanding mark across MelOn charts through the years.
9. Davichi
Davichi's emotional ballads are enough to resonate with listeners, making their releases chart on MelOn.
10. TWICE
Lastly, TWICE closed the Top 10 with their inclusion. The girl group laid out a major contribution to popularizing cheerful bubblegum music in K-pop. This was proven numerous times with their catchy songs such as "CHEER UP," "TT," "KNOCK KNOCK," "Signal" "LIKEY," and many more.
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