Super Shy of NewJeans Featured on Pitchfork List

NewJeans, with their song Super Shy, was the only K-pop act featured on Pitchfork list of the best songs of the 2020s, securing 13th place. Pitchfork highlighted Super Shy as a standout song, surpassing global stars like Beyoncé and Billie Eilish. This recognition has given NewJeans and their fans a boost, especially amid the group’s internal challenges.

NewJeans and Super Shy: Pitchfork Recognizes K-Pop’s Best

NewJeans became the only K-pop group to be featured on Pitchfork’s list of the best songs of the 2020s. On September 30th, Pitchfork released its “The 100 Best Songs of the 2020s So Far,” and NewJeans’ song Super Shy ranked 13th. This song was the only K-pop entry on the list, marking a significant achievement for NewJeans and K-pop.

Pitchfork Ranks Super Shy of NewJeans Among Top Songs

Super Shy outperformed several global pop stars on the Pitchfork list, including Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, SZA, Olivia Rodrigo, and Troye Sivan. Pitchfork is known for its strict musical standards and is regarded as one of the most respected music critics globally. According to , Super Shy represents NewJeans’ most relaxed masterpiece, showcasing its use of drum and bass, and Jersey club beats without being overly flashy.

Success on Global Charts

Upon its release in July last year, Super Shy dominated both domestic and international charts. It stayed on the Billboard Hot 100 for 8 weeks, peaking at 48th place. In the UK Official Singles Chart, the song stayed for 9 weeks and reached 52nd place. On Spotify, the world’s largest music streaming platform, the song surpassed 600 million streams, further solidifying NewJeans’ global success.

Super Shy by NewJeans Gains Praise from Pitchfork

Pitchfork rated “Super Shy” alongside their review of NewJeans’ EP Get Up, where they awarded it a score of 7.6, the second-highest score for any K-pop album. This news delighted the Korean community, especially on the forum TheQoo, where people celebrated Pitchfork’s recognition of NewJeans. The Korean public recognizes Pitchfork’s authority in the music world, which heightened their excitement.

Significance Amidst Challenges

NewJeans’ recognition by Pitchfork holds special meaning, considering the current challenges the group faces. Conflicts between Min Heejin and HYBE create uncertainty about the group’s future. Additionally, the National Assembly has requested Hanni’s attendance at an audit due to issues related to workplace harassment. Despite these difficulties, Pitchfork’s high praise greatly encourages NewJeans’ fans.

Hanni Summoned to National Assembly Audit

Hanni has been summoned by the National Assembly for an audit focused on workplace harassment allegations. During the audit, both Hanni and HYBE’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Kim Joo-young, will face questioning regarding the incident.

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