South Korea
South Korea is a major global player in the music industry, especially known for K-pop, which has achieved international popularity and economic growth. The industry saw a record revenue of around 12.6 trillion KRW in 2023, with groups like BTS and Blackpink leading the way.[1][2]
Sources
1. Music industry in South Korea - statistics & facts - Statista
2. K-pop - Wikipedia
Updated:
Jun 9, 2025
South Korea
South Korea is a major global player in the music industry, especially known for K-pop, which has achieved international popularity and economic growth. The industry saw a record revenue of around 12.6 trillion KRW in 2023, with groups like BTS and Blackpink leading the way.[1][2]
Sources
1. Music industry in South Korea - statistics & facts - Statista
2. K-pop - Wikipedia
Updated:
Jun 9, 2025
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