“This Isn’t Their Best Track” – Internet Divided as Pitchfork Names NewJeans’ ‘Super Shy’ Best K-Pop Song of the 2020s

On October 1, 2024, Pitchfork, a prominent online music magazine, revealed its list of the ‘Top 100 Songs of the 2020s’ as of now. The K-pop girl group NewJeans proudly earned the 13th position on this prestigious list with their smash hit “Super Shy”from the 2023 EP Get Up.

This accolade marks NewJeans as the sole K-pop act featured in the lineup, prompting mixed reactions across social media. Many fans exuberantly celebrated NewJeans’ remarkable success, hailing the group for their international recognition, while others voiced dissent.

Some fans contended that “Super Shy”doesn’t even represent the group’s finest work, proposing that more popular tracks like “Ditto”or “Hype Boy”could have been more fitting for the honor. A user on X, @hauntedbai stated,

“its not even THEIR best song.”

“well they’re wrong because ditto hype boy supernatural and how sweet superior,”a fan commented.

“i feel like pitchfork needs to do better with their analyses of kpop songs because this isnt even newjeans best song,”another user posted on X.

“newjeans has better songs in their own discography like ditto literally exists,”an X user remarked.

“ill never understand this hype sigh. all their other songs are better PLEAAAASE what about queen ditto,”a fan responded.

The discourse continued online, highlighting the varied opinions on the group’s eclectic discography while fans celebrated this significant achievement.

“Got the world in a chokehold. No useless remixes and collabs needed. Just good music and talented artists. NewJeans is always gonna be THAT GROUP,”a fan stated.

“Literally one of the biggest hits to ever come from kpop… Super Shy you will always be famous,”an X user commented.

“deserved & was mega viral around the entire fcking globe,”a fan indicated.

“NewJeans feel revelatory in their decorum”- Pitchfork lists the K-pop group’s “Super Shy”as the 13th best song of the 2020s so far

In its recently published list of the ‘Top 100 Songs of the 2020s’, Pitchfork ranked NewJeans’ “Super Shy”at number 13. The publication commended the K-pop group for their skillful blend of genres in a subtle yet compelling manner.

According to Pitchfork, the K-pop single distinguishes itself with its understated allure, combining elements of drum ‘n’ bass and Jersey club production to create a laid-back, dreamy vibe.

The song’s exploration of youthful potential resonated with many listeners. Pitchfork noted:

“K-pop has always been home to audacious genre-blending, but NewJeans feel revelatory in their decorum, draping their dance music in hushed atmospheres. ‘Super Shy’ is their most effortless masterstroke: The drum ‘n’ bass and Jersey club production doesn’t pop so much as drift, providing a breezy foundation for a wistful hook.”

Here are the top 15 songs from Pitchfork’s list:

1. Lana Del Rey: “A&W” (2023)
2. RXK Nephew: “American tterroristt” (2020)
3. Kendrick Lamar: “Not Like Us” (2024)
4. Caroline Polachek: “Bunny Is a Rider” (2021)
5. Low: “Days Like These” (2021)
6. ANOHNI and the Johnsons: “It Must Change” (2023)
7. Alex G: “Runner” (2022)
8. Bob Dylan: “Murder Most Foul” (2020)
9. Fiona Apple: “I Want You to Love Me” (2020)
10. Bfb Da Packman: “Free Joe Exotic” [ft. Sada Baby] (2020)
11. Cassandra Jenkins: “Hard Drive” (2021)
12. NewJeans: “Super Shy” (2023)
13. Wednesday: “Chosen to Deserve” (2023)
14. Alvvays: “Belinda Says” (2022)
15. Jazmine Sullivan: “Pick Up Your Feelings” (2020)

The five-member group is currently attracting significant attention with rumors circulating about a potential departure from ADOR, fueled by reports of internal conflicts within the company.

While the speculation intensifies, no official confirmation or denial regarding the situation has been issued.

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