Welcome to Kpopmap's K-Pop and K-Drama Highlights of 2021! This year was incredible for Korean artists in the global music scene as the world looked forward and up to South Korea for a lesson in creativity, innovation, and novelty. While K-Pop groups were all the rage, soloists too left a great impression on the world.
Here are our picks for the top 10 most influential soloists in the K-Music scene in 2021!
1. IU
Icon, legend, and K-Pop's most beloved, IU, indisputably stands at number one on this list. This year has been yet another incredible year for IU and her music continues to be universally resonant. The bright energy of transitioning into a new era of her life is reflected in 'LILAC' and 'Strawberry Moon' was simply an early Christmas present. Even after years of absolutely dominating the industry, IU keeps getting better and better.
2. BLACKPINK's Lisa & BLACKPINK's Rosé (Tied)
The talented women of BLACKPINK made 2021 their year with Lisa and Rosé going solo, JiSoo taking on her first lead acting role in "Snowdrop" and Jennie taking over the fashion world. The impact "LALISA" has on the global music industry cannot possibly be described in words. It truly br
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