K-pop has truly gone global, captivating audiences with its infectious beats and intricate choreography. Groups like BTS, BLACKPINK, and SEVENTEEN have paved the way for K-pop’s domination on international charts. Adding to this legacy, The Recording Academy, known for the prestigious Grammy Awards, recently unveiled its list of 10 K-Pop Songs That Electrified 2024, celebrating the genre’s innovation and appeal.
The Prestigious List: Rescene Makes the Cut
The list includes hits from major K-pop names like RIIZE, aespa, and Taemin. However, one group stood out for its unexpected inclusion — RESCENE, a five-member girl group under MUZE Entertainment. Known as a “nugu” group, Rescene has been relatively lesser-known in the industry until now.
Grammys has named the best kpop songs of 2024:
aespa – Supernova
ZEROBASEONE – Good So Bad
Baekhyun – Pineapple Slice
Kiss of Life – Igloo
LE SSERAFIM – Crazy
BOYNEXTDOOR – Dangerous
Rescene – Love Attack
Kep1er – Shooting Star
RIIZE – Impossible
Taemin – Crush pic.twitter.com/7RVk1ZfMvy— About Music (@AboutMusicYT) December 20, 2024
Their track “Love Attack” secured them a spot alongside established acts such as LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE, and BAEKHYUN. Fans couldn’t contain their excitement, flooding social media with heartfelt messages.
Fan Reactions: Love for “Love Attack”
Rescene’s fans, often referred to as “LoveBeats,” took to social media to celebrate. On X (formerly Twitter), one fan exclaimed, “RESCENE GETTING MENTIONED?!?!?!?!!” Another added, “OMG RESCENE IN THIS LIST IS HUGE! OUR GIRLS ARE FAMOUS.”
This achievement has not only boosted the group’s visibility but also highlighted their potential to dominate the K-pop scene.
A Quick Look at Rescene’s Journey
Rescene debuted in March 2024 with their single album “Re:Scene”, featuring the title track “Love Attack.” Prior to their debut, they released a pre-debut track, “YoYo.” The group comprises Woni, Liv, Minami, May, and Zena, showcasing a diverse blend of talents.
- Minami gained attention as a finalist in MBC’s reality competition “My Teenage Girl” in 2021.
- Zena participated in Channel A’s “Stars Awakening” in 2022 and worked as a visual model for the virtual K-pop group Mave:.
Rescene: Rising Stars in K-Pop
Rescene’s inclusion in the Grammys’ Top 10 K-Pop Songs of 2024 list signifies a major breakthrough. Their achievement underscores the growing recognition of “nugu” groups and reflects the expanding global reach of K-pop.
As they continue to create music and captivate audiences, Rescene is undoubtedly a group to watch.