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P1Harmony Makes a Mark on US K-Pop Year-End Charts

P1Harmony Makes a Mark on US K-Pop Year-End Charts
P1Harmony has garnered attention on the US K-Pop year-end charts.
Their song 'Pretty Boy' was selected for the year-end chart.
They are set to continue with a European tour and encore concerts next year.

[TVDaily] The emerging group P1Harmony has garnered attention by securing a spot on major K-POP year-end charts in the US. The Hollywood Reporter recently included P1Harmony's track 'Pretty Boy' in their list of 'The 40 Best K-Pop Songs of 2025'. This song is part of their mini-album 'DUH!' released in May, with member Giho contributing to the composition and Jiung, Intak, and Jongseob participating in the lyrics. Featuring a seductive vocal line over an infectious Afrobeat rhythm, 'Pretty Boy' has showcased a new charm of P1Harmony, gaining immense popularity particularly in North America. The Hollywood Reporter praised the track, stating, 'The list wouldn’t be complete without 'Pretty Boy.' This song is indeed addictive and is a fan favorite, serving as a remarkable blueprint for P1Harmony's future.' P1Harmony has also appeared on the '2025 Billboard K-Pop Artist 100', highlighting their success on the Billboard 200 chart with both their album 'DUH!' and their debut English album 'EX', the latter debuting at No. 9. Their powerful stage presence is further emphasized with their upcoming North American tour titled '2025 P1Harmony LIVE TOUR [P1ustage H: MOST WANTED]'. Through two albums and a world tour this year, P1Harmony has achieved significant milestones, and fans eagerly anticipate what’s next for them. They will continue their world tour in Europe in January and hold encore concerts in Tokyo and Seoul in February and March, respectively.

P1Harmony's 'Pretty Boy' stands out with its catchy Afrobeat rhythm complemented by restrained vocal delivery, showcasing their originality in the global music scene. The track manifests their unique identity, particularly resonating with fans in North America. This success is deeply intertwined with the creativity that undergirds their music, particularly at a time when it’s crucial for artists to curate their own distinct sound while reflecting global trends. Furthermore, the strong fan love for 'Pretty Boy' signifies that they are building a robust connectivity in how they engage with their audience. Effective communication with fans is a vital element in today’s music industry, and this engagement has a positive impact on their fandom development. Such interactions go beyond merely providing music; they significantly strengthen the emotional bond between the artist and the audience. P1Harmony is crafting authenticity and connection through their music, which is expected to yield positive effects moving forward.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.

Photo: FNC Entertainment

Source: tvdaily.co.kr