[Female Vocalists from Korea] Singers and Solo Artists Who Color the World of K-POP

Dont’ Touch MeAilee

Ailee – Don’t Touch Me, 에일리 – 손대지마, Music Core 20141011

She had already become a well-known figure even before her official debut thanks to a video online of her singing Mariah Carey’s “Hero.” She says she successfully lost 10 kilograms for “Don’t Touch Me,” but experienced a period where she couldn’t sing, like an aftereffect.

Apparently she’s not the type to lie; there’s even a story that during an interview she admitted her pre-diet weight was 60 kilograms.

Carnival (The Last Day)Gain

[MV] Gain(가인) _ Carnival (The Last Day)

Gain, the youngest member of Brown Eyed Girls, is famous as a sexy icon.

On variety shows, she enjoyed immense popularity by portraying a virtual married life with 2AM’s Jo Kwon.

Her appeal also lies in the contrast between her bold personality and her very shy side.

Beauty AdvisoryDooRi

[MV] DooRi(두리) _ Beauty Advisory(예쁨주의보)

Dooree, a skilled singer from Gwangju Metropolitan City, debuted in 2018 as a member of the girl group GBB.

The following year, she placed seventh on ‘Miss Trot Tomorrow,’ gaining attention in the trot scene.

With her elegant looks and powerful vocals, she masterfully covers a wide range of genres from pop to trot.

In 2021, she won the Grand Prize in the Trot Singer category at the Super Influencer Brand Awards.

She is also active beyond music, serving as a promotional ambassador for the Korea Transportation Safety Authority, among other roles.

Her beautiful vocal tone, dazzling stage presence, and versatility across uptempo numbers and ballads captivate not only trot fans but music lovers of all kinds.

NinanoMinzy

공민지(Minzy) – 니나노 (Feat. 플로우식(Flowsik)) Music Video

She is the youngest member of 2NE1, which disbanded in 2016.

Her grandmother is a renowned dancer, and Minzy herself is brimming with dance talent.

Before 2NE1 was formed, a dance video of Minzy posted online steadily gained popularity, leading YG Entertainment to contact her—an opportunity that set her on the path to debut.

“Ninano” is also crafted into an addictive dance track that’s quintessentially Minzy.

POP!NAYEON

NAYEON “POP!” M/V

Nayeon, who serves as TWICE’s absolute center and always captivates fans with her sunshine-like smile, has been at the forefront of the K-pop scene as the face of the group since their 2015 debut.

Her album “IM NAYEON,” which marked the full-scale start of her solo career in June 2022, was truly a milestone.

With this release, she became the first K-pop soloist to reach No.

7 on the U.S.

Billboard 200, and she also won Best Female Artist at the year-end MAMA.

In addition to the bubbly cuteness she shows with TWICE, her solo work reveals a cool side that effortlessly handles hip-hop.

She’s the perfect artist for anyone who wants to enjoy both adorable charm and stylish charisma!

Tabom (feat. Shindong)JUNG SEUL (JONSURU)

정슬(JUNG SEUL) feat.신동(SHIN DONG) – ‘따봉(Tabom)’ MV

Mr.

Jonseul has become a symbol of the new generation as a trot singer, placing in the TOP 7 on “Miss Trot 3.” Bringing a unique artistic vision that blends modern arrangements with trot—Korea’s equivalent of enka—he made his debut as a singer in January 2025.

The music video features Shindong of the popular group SUPER JUNIOR, drawing attention for collaborations that break free from traditional trot conventions.

His vocal prowess preserves the wistfulness of trot while delivering a powerful, youthful expression that appeals to a wide audience across all ages.

He also places strong emphasis on dance performance, and the fusion of vocals and performance that marries tradition with innovation is highly recommended for those seeking the trot of a new era.

BittersweetBaek A Yeon

Baek A Yeon “Sweet lies (Feat. The Barberettes)” M/V

She placed third on the audition program K-POP Star and debuted under JYP Entertainment, which is also home to popular groups like TWICE in Japan.

Songs written by Baek A Yeon herself resonate strongly with many women, and her flawless, CD-quality vocals are another reason for her popularity.