The Year in K-pop: 2020 Comebacks That Took the Spotlight

In 2020, the K-pop scene was anything but silent. From intense firecrackers to melodic ballads, the year was filled with comeback moments that took the spotlight. Let's explore some of the standout performances and bops that left fans singing all year long.

Favorite Comebacks of 2020

The year kicked off strong with several K-pop groups releasing comebacks that wowed audiences across the globe. One of the most talked-about comebacks was Oh Really by KoreanTime, which featured intricate music videos and powerful performances that left a lasting impression on fans. Other honorable mentions include:

MOMENTUM: Love Killa by MONSTA X Moments: Love Me Harder by Woodz /moment: Don’t Miss You by Woo!ah! Personal Excellence: Alien by Lee Suhyun Group Show: I Can't Stop Me by TWICE

A Brief Look at 2021 Comebacks

The momentum continued into 2021 with some incredible comebacks as well. One of the standout performances was from OnlyOneOf with their dynamic single libidO. Other notable mentions include:

Moments: Love So Sweet by Cherry Bullet Flair: Unnatural by WJSN Magnitude: Feel Like by Woodz Adventures: Moon Rider by BDC Bouquet: Love by Demian

Personal Favorites from 2020

While the official list provided some great options, there were many more heartbeats that simply couldn't be missed. Here are some of the song titles that stood out to me:

Mmmh - Kai (Debut Album) Mago - GFriend Wannabe - ITZY Dumhdurum - Apink Candy - Baekhyun Atlantis - SHINee (Repacage) Not by the Moon - GOT7 Inception - ATEEZ BOCA - Dreamcatcher More and More - TWICE God’s Menu - Stray Kids Dun Dun - Everglow Ridin' - NCT Dream Pporappippam - Sunmi Play- Chungha ft. Changmo Celebrity - IU Lilac - IU What You Waiting For - Somi Love Sick Girls - Blackpink On the Ground - Rose Who You Are - Kang Daniel Let’s Love - Suho Secret Story of the Swan - IZONE Cinema - CIX Summer Breeze - SF9

These songs not only resonated deeply but also became an integral part of my daily listening routine. Each of these performances brings something unique to the table, ensuring that there's always something new to enjoy.

Highlights from 2021

As 2021 continued, the K-pop scene remained vibrant. Highlights from this period include:

Onewe: Their book-inspired album was a hit, especially with the live concert performances that left fans in awe. Oneus: Their comeback BBusyeo showcased a departure from their previous style, bringing a fresh energy to the music and making the video a standout. Victon: Their comeback mayday was met with enthusiastic reception, boosted by the energetic tracks "What I Said" and "Flip a Coin."

I couldn't wait to listen to these songs daily since their release, and I trusted my instinct that they would be a recurring favorite.

While this list is nowhere near exhaustive, it covers a significant portion of the impressive K-pop music released in 2020 and 2021. There were many comebacks that genuinely resonated with me, and I am looking forward to more such performances in the future.