K-pop band TWICE member Jihyo has recently thanked BTS and other senior K-pop artists for contributing to the success of South Korean music on the international platform. She mentioned in an interview that today’s idol artists have received immense help because of the road laid down by previous artists. The statement was highly appreciated by fans for her humble attitude and respect for the legends of the industry.
She also mentioned social media as one of the major factors for making K-pop popular across the globe. However, she made it clear that global success could not have been achieved without the hard work of senior artists and bands such as BTS.
Jihyo Says BTS Opened Doors For K-Pop Worldwide
Referring to the international success of K-pop, Jihyo recognized the efforts of groups like BTS and other senior artistes who had helped K-pop gain recognition around the world. As per her statement, the success of today's artistes is based on the success of their predecessors.
Her statements were welcomed by fans who appreciated the effort of the senior artistes in K-pop's international growth.
TWICE Leader Says They're Following BTS Footsteps
While speaking in the interview, Jihyo emphasized that her generation of artists just follows the example set by BTS and their seniors. The artist was thankful for all the work done by artists to help new K-pop bands to reach out to an international audience.
The remark demonstrated the attitude of mutual respect still existing among K-pop performers of different generations.
Social Media Helped K-Pop Reach New Heights
Moreover, Jihyo touched upon how social media helped spread K-pop around the world. Jihyo said that social media has enabled artists to reach their audience in various parts of the globe and has introduced K-pop to the whole new audience base.
However, at the same time, Jihyo made it clear that such growth would not have been possible without the foundation that had been set up by previous generations of artists.
Fans Praise Jihyo's Honest Remarks
After the interview, TWICE fans and BTS fans have shown their appreciation of Jihyo's words on social media. Her words were said to be respectful, acknowledging the hard work of other artists who made it possible for K-pop to be known all over the world.
This interview has once again raised debates on how each generation of K-pop helps and inspires the next generation within the expanding K-pop industry.