The best K-pop solo singles in 2020: Suga, IU, RM, Chungha and others prove stars in their own right
- BTS’ Suga features on and produces Eight by IU, EXO vocalist Baekhyun hits a bright note with Candy, while Holo marks a graceful new start for Lee Hi
- Shinee member Taemin didn’t disappoint with Criminal, Woodz wowed fans with Love Me Harder, and Alien by Lee Suhyun captured her sweet voice
As much fun as the performances of K-pop groups are, and as innovative as much of their musicality can be, idol teams are only one part of the equation when it comes to the immense versatility of K-pop. An increasing number of solo artists have been impressing the K-pop world with their music over the past few years.
In 2020, the trend continued with stand-out songs from several singers that we’ll be listening to for years to come. Here, in our opinion, are the best singles from K-pop vocalists in 2020, ranked alphabetically by title.
Alien by Lee Suhyun
As one half of sibling duo AKMU, Lee Suhyun has found acclaim throughout the South Korean pop world, but it was with her solo release Alien that the 21-year-old spread her wings and captured her unique flair.
The song, which celebrates the feeling of being different, is an addictive, quirky dance hall number that bounces along to Suhyun’s sweet voice.
It plays around with distortions and pitchiness to hone in on the point of being an alien, showing off her skill while also having fun and sharing a new side to the young singer.
