The time of the year when artists are recognized for their musical achievements has rolled around again. As the end-of-year award season approaches, K-pop fans and netizens have intensified the discussion on who will be taking the awards for 2024.

Korean netizens gathered in a popular online community to debate whether BLACKPINK's Rosé's latest solo track, "APT." has surpassed aespa's latest hit, "Supernova" to claim the 'Song of the Year' award.

Both tracks have been recognized and received positively by the public, topping various music charts. aespa's "Supernova" has been loved for its catchy hook that had many listeners singing the chorus "Su-su-su-supernova," while Rosé captured the hearts of global listeners with the adorable "APT." with the subtle Korean culture melted in its lyrics.

Korean netizens debated:

"I say 'APT'."

"Apateu Apateu."

"I think 'APT' did surpass 'Supernova'."

"I personally like Supernova."

"I also vote aespa."

"I think APT."

"I liked Supernova earlier half of this year but for the latter half, it's APT."

"I agree. The first half of the year 'Supernova,' and the latter half, 'APT.'"

"Supernova."

"I like both so much."

"This is hard. But I have to say 'APT?'"

"I am going with APT."

"I vote Supernova."

"Su-su-su-supernova."

"I think Bam Yang Gang was also good..."

What do you think was the best song of this year? Let us know in the comments below!

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