The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for all stars!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various stars’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from December 29, 2022 to January 29, 2023.

NewJeans rose to the top of this month’s list with a brand reputation index of 8,917,773, marking a 32.59 percent increase in his score since December.

BTS held onto their spot at second place with a brand reputation index of 7,527,175, while Lim Young Woong came in at a close third with a total index of 7,187,117.

IU took fourth place for January with a brand reputation index of 6,657,078, and BLACKPINK rounded out the top five with an index of 5,913,166.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

1. NewJeans
2. BTS
3. Lim Young Woong
4. BLACKPINK
5. IU
6. Song Hye Kyo
7. Yoo Jae Suk
8. Song Joong Ki
9. Younha
10. ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo
11. Son Suk Ku
12. Lee Jong Suk
13. Son Heung Min
14. NCT
15. Lim Ji Yeon
16. Lee Chan Won
17. IVE
18. SEVENTEEN
19. (G)I-DLE
20. Baek Jong Won
21. TWICE
22. Kim Yuna
23. EXO
24. Lee Do Hyun
25. Super Junior
26. BIGBANG
27. Lee Young Ji
28. Kim Min Jae
29. Kang Daniel
30. Park Sung Hoon

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K-pop is powerful – song messages can make you fall in love, feel empowered, and even encouraged to live in the moment. Many idols have songs that celebrate self-care and slowing down on hectic days. When you live in the moment, the fast-paced world looks more beautiful through the eyes of K-pop. Here are some of the best songs about enjoying the present.

IU (featuring BIGBANG’s G-Dragon) – “Palette”

IU has mixed pop, ballad, and touch of hip hop for her “Palette” single, which also features G-Dragon. The song talks about a person embracing their current age, and it outlines IU’s unique interests in her twenties. Loving yourself is the best version of self-care and living in the moment, and IU’s track is a perfect one to turn up and listen to during your time of self-care.

EXO – “Power”

This EDM single has good elements of dance and pop, and the catchy chorus will keep you hooked. The message behind “Power” is about people becoming more powerful as a team. It hints at living your dreams and taking a chance on them right now. “Power” is a commanding song that is sure to encourage you during your morning routine. Don’t be shy to play it before your morning commute!

TWICE – “MOONLIGHT SUNRISE”

This song uses disco-synths and intense trendy beats to express its meaning of living in the moment. The message of “MOONLIGHT SUNRISE” encourages someone’s crush to take a chance on their relationship right now, and it even compares romantic feelings and excitement to the bright moonlight and rising sun. TWICE’s track is an ideal one to play during dates with your significant other. You’ll fall in love with “MOONLIGHT SUNRISE”!

GOT7 – “You Are”

Contemporary pop is the best way to describe this masterpiece. It arrives like a breath of fresh air! “You Are” is all about someone gazing at the sky on hard days and wishing it would light their way. The song hints that a beautiful day alone can be a gift. Despite the weather conditions, “You Are” encourages listeners to enjoy the beauty of nature and be captivated by it. Rainy days would be ideal to listen to this song and live in the moment.

Stray Kids – “My Pace”

Not comparing yourself to others and taking your time is the core message in “My Pace.” The song also stresses the idea of living life on your own terms and being in the moment. “My Pace” is categorized as a dance single, and it has irresistible rock genre vibes. You can listen to this music jewel to distract you from the hectic planning for the future, and this one is especially great for vacation days.

cignature – “AURORA”

A great dose of pop and dance shine in this upbeat track! The bright and fast-paced song is sure to bring a smile to your face. “AURORA” is all about enjoying an ethereal moment that you hope will last forever. The song compares a dream experience to a spectacular aurora. Nothing says living in the moment like living out your dreams. This song deserves to be on your daily go-to playlist.

SHINee’s Taemin – “Advice”

This R&B song has an undeniable trap beat, and the strong piano and choir arrangement is very apparent as well. “Advice” describes someone’s desire to ignore negative gossip and listen to their own guidance in life. It encourages listeners to only allow positivity into their lives. This single is an energy booster to enjoy on days when you are feeling sad. You can enjoy living in the moment when you surround yourself with positive thoughts.

Red Velvet – “Feel My Rhythm”

Pop and dance genres unite in this promising song that pays homage to classic music. It combines the retro vibe with a strong trap beat. “Feel My Rhythm” invites listeners to live in the moment through its message of the freedom you feel during an imaginary journey. Your imagination is free to run wild as you listen to the sweet sounds of “Feel My Rhythm” during a weekend or a lazy vacation day.

Hey Soompiers, what songs do you adore that make you feel like you’re living in the moment? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

KMoody is a Soompi writer who is a longtime Korean drama fan. Her favorite dramas include “Boys Over Flowers,” “Dream High,” and “Love Alarm”! For more information about her personal and professional writing journey, follow her on Instagram at BTSCelebs.

Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has revealed its chart rankings for the week of January 15 to 21!

Album Chart

Following their triple crown on last week’s charts, NewJeans has scored a quadruple crown on Circle’s latest rankings!

Right after its release early this month, NewJeans’ latest album “OMG” debuted at No. 1 on Circle’s album chart and has now regained the top spot after impressively climbing over 100 ranks. Making another big jump was SEVENTEEN’s fourth album “Face the Sun,” which moved up 17 spots to take over the No. 2 position.

New entries on the album chart included GOT the beat’s first mini album “Stamp On It” at No. 3, followed by NewJeans’ “OMG” (Weverse) coming in at No. 4. Closing out the top five was “Candy,” NCT DREAM’s recent winter special mini album.

Download Chart

This week’s download chart crowned a new winner, with “VIBE” by BIGBANG’s Taeyang featuring BTS’s Jimin taking the top spot! In second and third respectively were “Ditto” and “OMG” by NewJeans.

Making its debut at No. 4 was “Love War” (feat. BE’O) by Choi Ye Na, followed by MONSTA X’s “Beautiful Liar,” which topped last week’s chart.

Digital Chart

On Circle’s recent digital, streaming, and global K-pop charts, NewJeans dominated all top two spots with their latest hits “Ditto” and “OMG,” while their summer song “Hype Boy” came in at No. 4.

On the digital chart, Younha’s viral hit “Event Horizon” maintained its No. 3 position and Taeyang and Jimin’s “VIBE” impressively climbed up 23 ranks to land in the top five.

Streaming Chart

The updated streaming chart was identical to last week’s, with NewJeans taking No. 1, No. 2, and No. 4 with “Ditto,” “OMG,” and “Hype Boy.” “Event Horizon” by Younha stayed strong at No. 3 and “ANTIFRAGILE” by LE SSERAFIM held onto its position at No. 5.

Global K-Pop Chart

“Ditto” and “OMG” by NewJeans spent yet another week atop Circle’s global K-pop chart, while Taeyang and Jimin’s “VIBE” came in third after jumping six ranks.

NewJeans’ “Hype Boy” fell one spot to No. 4 and was followed by LE SSERAFIM’s “ANTIFRAGILE” in No. 5.

Social Chart

There was little change in this week’s social chart, with BLACKPINK continuing their streak in the top position. NewJeans overtook BTS to snag No. 2, while BTS fell one rank to No. 3. The fourth and fifth positions remained the same with Choi Yu Ree and Lim Young Woong, respectively.

Congratulations to all the artists!

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