Cortis, Le Sserafim, and ILLIT have been crowned as the K-pop idols with the most enigmatic lyrics.
In a recent poll conducted by the popular online community DC Inside on Tuesday, fans were asked to vote for the idol group with the most perplexing song lyrics. Cortis emerged as the frontrunner.
The multinational boy group Cortis clinched the top spot, securing 1,821 votes (21%) out of a total of 9,030. They’ve been making waves with their avant-garde lyrics and thought-provoking messages. Known for their sensual and complex wordplay that often sparks diverse interpretations, Cortis recently found themselves in hot water. They had to address allegations of scientific inaccuracies in their latest hit, “TNT.”
Le Sserafim claimed the second spot with 1,397 votes (16%). This globally adored girl group has been turning heads with their quirky and addictive lyrics. Their track “SPAGHETTI” particularly stirred up buzz with its audacious title and distinctive verses. The group is currently riding high on the success of their sophomore studio album.
Rounding out the top three is ILLIT, garnering 1,341 votes (15%). Since their debut with the attention-grabbing “Magnetic,” Ailet has been captivating fans with their clever wordplay and ethereal lyrical atmosphere. Each of their albums showcases a unique concept, keeping listeners on their toes.
NewJeans secured the fourth position, lauded for their trendy lyrics that blend emotional metaphors with catchy repetitions. Aespa landed in fifth place, carving out a distinctive musical identity with their innovative lyrics. BOYNEXTDOOR struck a chord with Gen Z through their candid and witty lyrical approach.