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  • Korean Music Archive: From Trot to K-pop Generations
  • K-pop Groups
  • K-pop Solo Artists
  • K-Trot Classics
  • K-pop Artist Profiles
September 30, 2025

The Legend of 90s K-Ballad: Exhibition ‘Drunken Truth’ (1996 Retro)

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The Legend of 90s K-Ballad: Exhibition ‘Drunken Truth’ (1996 Retro)
September 30, 2025

Kim Hyun Jung’s “The Farewell with Her”: Essential 90s K-pop Breakup Anthem

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Kim Hyun Jung’s “The Farewell with Her”: Essential 90s K-pop Breakup Anthem
September 29, 2025

S.E.S – Oh, My Love (1997) | A First Love Confession from Korea’s First Girl Group

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S.E.S – Oh, My Love (1997) | A First Love Confession from Korea’s First Girl Group
  • K-pop Groups

    The Legend of 90s K-Ballad: Exhibition ‘Drunken Truth’ (1996 Retro)

    September 30, 2025 - By kpopbro

    Exhibition Drunken Truth 1996 K-Ballad In 1990s Korean popular music, the duo Exhibition (전람회) transcended a simple group label, becoming the symbol of K-Ballad infused with sensitive and intellectual depth. Composed of Kim Dong Ryul and Seo Dong Wook, their signature song, “Drunken Truth (취중진담),” released in 1996, is a…

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    Kim Hyun Jung’s “The Farewell with Her”: Essential 90s K-pop Breakup Anthem

    September 30, 2025 - By kpopbro

    The Ultimate Breakup Anthem: Kim Hyun Jung’s “The Farewell with Her” (1998 Retro K-pop) When discussing South Korean popular music (K-pop) of the late 1990s, it’s impossible to leave out Kim Hyun Jung. Released in 1998, her mega-hit song “The Farewell with Her (그녀와의 이별)” is a timeless symbol of…

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  • K-pop Groups

    S.E.S – Oh, My Love (1997) | A First Love Confession from Korea’s First Girl Group

    September 29, 2025 - By kpopbro

    Oh, My Love – S.E.S 🌟 Introduction In 1997, S.E.S debuted with their first full-length album “I’m Your Girl”.Among its tracks, “Oh, My Love” became a beloved fan favorite, remembered for its pure vocals and sweet melody. The song beautifully expressed the innocence and excitement of first love. 👥 Artist…

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  • K-pop Solo Artists

    Uhm Jung-hwa – Festival (1999) | Korea’s Ultimate Summer Anthem

    September 29, 2025 - By kpopbro

    Festival – 엄정화(Uhm Jung-hwa) 🌟 Introduction In 1999, Uhm Jung-hwa released “Festival”, a song that brightened up the entire Korean music scene.With its cheerful rhythm, uplifting lyrics, and catchy melody, it quickly became known as the ultimate summer anthem in Korea. 👥 Artist & Song Background 📖 M/V & Lyrics…

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    Sechs Kies – 폼생폼사(Pom Saeng Pom Sa) (1997) | An Icon of 90s Youth

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    폼생폼사 – 젝스키스(Sechs Kies) 🌟 Introduction In 1997, Sechs Kies debuted with their album “School Byeolgok”, quickly rising to stardom alongside H.O.T. Among their hits, “Pom Saeng Pom Sa” perfectly captured the group’s identity and youthful energy. 👥 Artist & Song Background 📖 M/V & Lyrics 나 폼에 살고 죽고…

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    H.O.T – We Are The Future (1997) | A Bold Declaration of the First-Gen Idols

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    We Are The Future – H.O.T 🌟 Introduction In 1997, H.O.T released their second album “Wolf and Sheep”, featuring the iconic track “We Are The Future.”More than just a dance song, it carried a powerful social message about the anxieties, hopes, and dreams of youth, making it one of the…

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    벅(Buck) – 맨발의 청춘 (Youth Of A Barefoot, 1997) | A Hidden 90s K-pop Gem

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    맨발의 청춘 – 벅(Buck) 🌟 Introduction In 1997, Buck (벅) released “맨발의 청춘 (Youth Of A Barefoot)”, a rock-infused K-pop track that stood out in the era dominated by idol groups and ballads.With its energetic beat and rebellious lyrics, the song captured the restless spirit of Korean youth in the…

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  • K-Trot Classics

    심수봉 – 그때 그사람 (The Person Back Then, 1978) | A Trot Ballad Masterpiece

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    그때 그사람 – 심수봉(Sim Soo-bong) 🌟 Introduction In 1978, Sim Soo-bong (심수봉) released “그때 그사람 (The Person Back Then)”, a song that became one of her signature hits.With its heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery, the track captured the sorrow and longing of love lost, establishing Sim Soo-bong as one of…

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    조성모 – 아시나요 (Do You Know, 2000) | The Ballad King’s Masterpiece

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    아시나요 – 조성모(Jo Sung-mo) 🌟 Introduction In 2000, Jo Sung-mo (조성모) released “아시나요 (Do You Know)”, a ballad that showcased his unmatched vocal power and emotional delivery.Known as the “King of Ballads” in Korea, Jo Sung-mo solidified his status as one of the defining voices of the early 2000s with…

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    DJ DOC – Run To You (2000) | The Ultimate Party Anthem

    September 27, 2025 - By kpopbro

    Run To You – DJ DOC 🌟 Introduction In 2000, DJ DOC released “Run To You”, a song that became an instant club and festival anthem in Korea.With its powerful beat, addictive chorus, and energetic rap, the track cemented DJ DOC’s reputation as the kings of party music. 👥 Artist…

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