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Grammy spotlights BoA on 25th debut anniversary; credits her for shaping K-Pop industry

Grammy spotlights BoA on 25th debut anniversary; credits her for shaping K-Pop industry

Time of Indiaa day ago
BoA at the time of her debut 25 years ago, and now
The Grammys' official handle dedicated a feature to BoA, commemorating her 25th anniversary of her debut. The platform traced her remarkable journey, highlighting her skills and profound impact on K-pop.
Known as the "Queen of K-pop," she is a singer-songwriter whose innovations have earned global acclaim.
This underscores BoA's constant evolution, breaking generational and cultural barriers through music. It credited her with reshaping K-pop's landscape by mastering diverse genres, delivering captivating vocals, and executing flawless dance moves that enchanted fans worldwide.
On BoA's global breakthrough
The handle detailed BoA's historic success in Japan, where she became the first Korean artist to dominate major charts.
The feature notes her albums sold millions, with RIAJ data showing over 10 million units shipped there, equating to 8.3 crore units, according to RIAJ official certifications.
It also praised her growing creative control, from songwriting to production. Now, as a producer mentoring NCT Wish, BoA continues to influence K-pop.
Grammy's Pick of Hits and New Album
It selected BoA's key tracks like 'No.1', 'Valenti', 'Only One', 'Better', and 'What She Wants', showcasing her versatile range. 'Only One' has surpassed 100 million YouTube views. The feature extols her 11th album 'Crazier', released for her anniversary, as a showcase of her artistic depth and innovative sound.
Grammy affirms BoA's legacy
This affirms BoA as a universal legend, from her debut at 13 to her current role shaping K-pop's future. This endorsement highlights her ongoing relevance in the global music scene.
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