KIKI, KICKFLIP, Hearts2Hearts Win Rookie of the Year at Seoul Music Awards!

🌟 The Breakout Moment

The 34th Seoul Music Awards turned into a celebration for K-pop’s freshest talent. Rookie groups KIKI, KICKFLIP, and Hearts2Hearts took home the coveted Rookie of the Year award — a defining moment in their early careers.

🎤 The Winning Words

KIKI, who debuted just this March with UNCUT GEM, said with emotion,

“It hasn’t been long since our debut, so this award feels overwhelming. We’re honored to receive something we can only win once.”

Meanwhile, KICKFLIP and Hearts2Hearts, who debuted in January and February respectively, thanked fans and promised to keep working hard.

“This is all thanks to the fans. We’ll keep improving every step of the way.”

🎶 Who Are They?

• KIKI: Made waves with UNCUT GEM, entering the fierce 5th gen girl group scene in March.
• KICKFLIP: Brought energy with Flip it, Kick it! in January.
• Hearts2Hearts: Captured hearts in February with their single The Chase.

These three groups, though new, have already carved out their own styles — from fierce performance to heart-throbbing vocals and charming visuals.

🌐 The Big Picture

The Seoul Music Awards is one of K-pop’s longest-running music ceremonies, dating back to 1990. This year’s lineup featured 19 top acts like ZB1, P1Harmony, (G)I-DLE, and more. Sharing the stage with such industry powerhouses speaks volumes about the rising star power of these rookies.

💌 What’s Next?

With momentum on their side, all eyes are now on KIKI, KICKFLIP, and Hearts2Hearts as they continue their rookie year. If this award is any indication, these groups may just be K-pop’s next global icons.

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Original article from Hankook Ilbo

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