So I’ve just recently become a fan of kpop within the past year and a half, and am currently digging into some of the more popular releases of 2nd gen groups. This topic was born out of my curiosity about that generation which is generally less talked about than some of the more current gen groups here, as recency is relevancy. And most of my curiosity into the world of kpop largely doesn’t predate most 3rd gen or later groups.
Anyway, I’ve also become really invested in Billlie in the past month and a half and I really love their music. However, they unfortunately don’t see the same numbers as many of their peers, despite some critical adoration suggesting they deserve otherwise.
On the other hand Babymonster is mostly neglected by critics despite their successes and a talented group lineup.
So my mostly personal question is which groups, from any generation, have managed to find success with critics and are deserving of more recognition despite less than satisfactory sales or figures? And vice versa, which more popular groups see great numbers, but haven’t managed to find a greater standing within the recognized greats of kpop?
Please be nice. This is not an open invitation to hate on groups, but an actual question intended to generate discussion for a less informed listener like myself and potentially others who find themselves in the same boat.
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