aespa’s Karina Celebrates First Solo Top 10 Hit on MelOn with ‘Up’—”BIGGEST 4TH GEN ARTIST” Fans Celebrate

On October 9, 2024, Karina, the rookie K-Pop sensation from aespa, made headlines by achieving her first solo Top 10 spot on the MelOn music charts with her new single, “Up.”The song landed at number nine, thrilling her dedicated fanbase.

The single “Up,”released on the same day, coincided with aespa’s second world tour, SYNK: Parallel Line, during which Karina showcased her electrifying performance. The composition credits include renowned songwriters such as Slow Rabbit, Karina herself, Stella Jones, Quinn Sofia, Loeoef Elliot, Smith Morgan Connier, Jackson Taneisha Danielle, and Andersson Emma-Lee Stina Matilda.

Following its release, “Up”quickly gained traction across social media platforms, going viral within the fandom. Enthusiastic fans expressed their excitement on X, with one user declaring:

“Can we all agree that Karina is the BIGGEST 4TH GEN ARTIST right now.”

The fanbase flooded social media with praise for Karina’s solo venture, asserting that “Up”was trending for all the right reasons.

“As it should be. Everything about “Up”is captivating — her vocals, the catchy beats, those smooth dance moves,”a fan expressed.

“It’s clear why ‘Up’ by aespa’s Karina is making waves on social media. What a catchy track!”another fan shared.

“Karina’s entry into the MelOn TOP100 Top 10 with ‘UP’ is a landmark achievement that showcases her development as an artist and resonates with music listeners across South Korea. This accolade not only highlights her success but also paves the way for her future in the music scene,”a fan stated.

Moreover, numerous fans pointed out how much they enjoyed Karina’s new track.

“This is an incredible milestone for KARINA! Breaking into the Top 10 as a solo artist is a remarkable feat that highlights her talent and expanding fanbase,”a user remarked.

“All the solo performances are excellent, but I find Karina’s music really resonates with me! I can’t count how many times I’ve listened to ‘Up’ since its release!”another user commented.

“SHE IS ALREADY OUTPERFORMING HER OWN GROUP,”a user declared.

About aespa’s Karina

Karina, whose real name is Yu Ji-min, has been a dynamic presence in the South Korean entertainment landscape since her debut in 2020. She is associated with prominent labels such as Warner Music and SM Entertainment. She debuted as a leader of aespa on November 17, 2020, with the digital single “Black Mamba.”

Additionally, Karina is a part of the supergroup Got the Beat, which debuted on January 3, 2022, featuring a collective of seven female artists, including notable soloists like BoA, along with members from Girls’ Generation and Red Velvet.

In recent updates, aespa released the long-anticipated album “Synk: Parallel Line”on October 9, 2024, across various formats, including digital downloads and streaming services.

On August 28, 2024, Karina was appointed as the global ambassador for the prestigious Italian luxury brand, Prada.

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