Fandoms play a huge role in k-pop, and k-pop stars can accredit a lot of their success to such loyal fans. Fans are absolutely crazy over their favorite k-pop star, and it's important for k-pop groups to maintain a good relationship with their fans.
K-pop groups often release fan songs or even songs that mention the groups' fandom name in some of their songs, which is a way of illustrating their love for their dedicated fans. It shows fans that the group truly does love their fans and that they care about them.
Today -- we'll be taking a look at some groups who have released songs that mention their fandom. Whether it's direct or indirect, this is a sweet way to communicate with fans, and because songs are so meaningful and each song has a lot of value, it is a huge portrayal of love for their fans. So without further ado -- let's take a look at some groups who have their fandom names in some of their lyrics!
ASTRO - You & Me (Thanks AROHA)
This fan song is purely dedicated to ASTRO's fans, and it's especially meaningful because all of the members took part in writing the lyrics!
Jo Yuri - GLASSY
Jo Yuri actually decided to name her fandom "GLASSY" after releasing this song as her name "Yuri," translated in English is "Glass," and the -ssi pronunciation at the end makes it seem like she's calling a person!
TXT - MOA Diary (Dubaddu Wari Wari)
This is TXT's first fan song, and the lyrics mention TXT's fandom name "Moa," a whopping seven times!
ITZY - MIDZY
ITZY truly believes that they solely exist due to the faith of their fans, "MIDZYs," and "midzy" actually means "Faith" or "Belief" in Koreans. Midzys trust in ITZY and ITZY trusts in Midzys!
MONSTA X- DRAMARAMA
Though it's not directly mentioned, the Korean lyrics display an acronym of their fandom name, "MONBEBE." Take a listen to the song to see if you can hear it!
Chungha - Byulharang (160504+170607)
Byulharang is Chungha's fan club name, and the two numbers in parentheses represent her debut of IOI and her solo debut!
DAY6 - My Day
DAY6's fandom name was used as the title for this fan song; however, did you know that this song was released even before the fandom name was decided?!
SEVENTEEN - Shining Diamond
SEVENTEEN also pays tribute to their fans by mentioning "Seventeen Carat" in their lyrics, also expressing that Seventeen shines brighter when their fans, "Carats," are around with them!
What did you think of this list? Do you know any of these song names by heart? While we weren't able to cover every single song that had the group's fandom name, it sure is great to see these groups displaying their love and care for their fans this way. What are your thoughts about this list? Is there a song that we may have missed out on that you think is worthy of this? Make sure to let us know in the comments below!
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