BoA Hailed as a K-pop Legend and Trailblazer in Glowing Feature by GRAMMY.com

In celebration of her 25th debut anniversary, BoA has once again taken the spotlight for her artistry and influence—this time in a glowing feature by GRAMMY.com.

In a recent special article titled, “Discovering the ‘Queen of K-pop’ BoA Through Five Songs: From ‘No.1’ to ‘Better,’” GRAMMY.com reflected on BoA’s remarkable 25-year journey, highlighting her enduring presence and far-reaching impact on the music industry.

The article praised BoA as “an ever-evolving artist and widely recognized ‘Queen of K-pop,’ whose music and influence have transcended generations and cultural boundaries, fundamentally reshaping the K-pop industry.”

GRAMMY.com further noted, “With her unmistakable star quality, BoA has effortlessly crossed genres, captivating Japanese fans with her magnetic vocals and outstanding dance skills. Ultimately, she became the first Korean artist to top major Japanese music charts and sold millions of albums, marking a groundbreaking career.”



The feature also spotlighted BoA’s versatility, stating, “She has long been recognized for her ability to embody a wide range of musical personas. Her repertoire is a journey in itself, spanning from the beloved Japanese Christmas classic ‘Meri Chri,’ to the energetic dance-pop hit ‘Double,’ and empowering anthems like ‘Woman.’”

GRAMMY.com emphasized BoA’s growing creative control over her career, saying, “As her career progressed, BoA increasingly took the reins of her creative process, bringing her musical vision to life in future projects. For example, her 2015 album ‘Kiss My Lips’ was the first project she planned and produced entirely herself.” The article continued, “Today, BoA is recognized as a legend and trailblazer by idols of all genders. Her ongoing mentorship continues to shape K-pop, and she now leads NCT WISH as a producer.”

The article concluded by selecting five signature songs—‘No.1,’ ‘Valenti,’ ‘Only One,’ ‘Better,’ and ‘What She Wants’—as essential tracks that showcase BoA’s artistry. It also encouraged fans to explore her musical universe through her 11th full-length album ‘Crazier,’ released on August 4 in celebration of her 25th anniversary.

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This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Jo Hyejin. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.