Written On: November 23, 2024
Last Updated: November 23, 2024
The 2024 MAMA Awards celebrated a night full of music, talent, and memorable moments. Held at the iconic Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan, the event brought together the biggest names in the K-pop and music world. Among them, Seventeen and Aespa stood out as the night’s major stars, taking home the most prestigious awards.
Seventeen’s Historic Double Win
Seventeen cemented their position as one of K-pop’s leading acts by claiming two grand prizes: ‘Album of the Year’ and ‘Artist of the Year.’ This marks the second consecutive year that the group has won ‘Album of the Year,’ following their victory in 2023.
The group didn’t stop there. They also swept five other awards, including ‘Super Stage,’ ‘Male Group,’ and ‘Fans’ Choice Male Top 10.’ Their success reflects their incredible impact on fans worldwide.
Dokyeom expressed heartfelt gratitude during his speech, saying, “I’m so grateful to win ‘Album of the Year’ again. After hugging my members, I felt like all our hard work this year was worth it. Thank you, CARATs.”
Seungkwan added a personal touch, dedicating the win to their producer Woozi, whose birthday was just a day before the ceremony. “The name of this award is ‘Album of the Year,’ and it wouldn’t have been possible without Woozi-hyung’s talent and Beomju-hyung’s guidance,” he shared.
Aespa’s ‘Song of the Year’ Triumph
Aespa took home ‘Song of the Year’ for their hit track ‘Supernova.’ This achievement highlighted their growing influence as a top-tier girl group in the industry.
The group showed humility and appreciation in their speech, saying, “We never imagined this. Thank you to everyone who loves ‘Supernova.’ We’ll continue working hard to release great music.”
aespa also dominated in other categories, securing six awards. Their wins included ‘Best Female Group,’ ‘Best Dance Performance Female Group,’ and ‘Fan’s Choice Female Top 10.’ This year marked another milestone in their already illustrious career.
G-Dragon Honored as Music Visionary
G-Dragon of Big Bang received the ‘Music Visionary of the Year’ award, celebrating his legacy and innovation in music. During his acceptance speech, he reminisced about his journey with MAMA, saying, “I first stood on this stage in 2007. It feels special to return after so many years.”
He also took the stage with his fellow Big Bang members Taeyang and Daesung, performing iconic hits like ‘Bang Bang Bang’ and debuting his new song ‘Home Sweet Home.’ The reunion marked a memorable moment for fans of the legendary group.
Other Major Winners
The 2024 MAMA Awards also recognized a variety of talents across different categories:
- Male Singer Award: Jungkook
- Best Dance Performance Female Solo: Jennie – ‘You & Me’
- Best Dance Performance Male Solo: Jungkook – ‘Standing Next to You’
- Best Vocal Performance Solo: Bibi – ‘Night Yang Gaeng’
- Best Vocal Performance Group: (G)I-dle – ‘I Hate Being Hurt’
- Best Rap & Hip Hop Performance: Zico – ‘SPOT! (feat. Jennie)’
- Best Band Performance: QWER – ‘Worrying’
- Best Collaboration: Zico – ‘SPOT! (feat. Jennie)’
- Best OST: Crush – ‘I’m Sorry, I Hate You, I Love You’
A Night to Remember
The 2024 MAMA Awards highlighted the best in K-pop, from stunning performances to heartfelt speeches. Fans were treated to a night that celebrated the global influence of Korean music. With stars like Seventeen, Aespa, and G-Dragon making headlines, the event proved once again why MAMA remains a hallmark of the industry.
Both groups and individual artists left a lasting impression, reminding fans of the power and magic of music.
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Kavita Mishra is a dynamic writer and passionate Korean entertainment enthusiast, combining her love for K-pop and K-drama with a flair for storytelling. With a keen eye for the latest trends, Kavita crafts articles that capture the pulse of K-pop idols, chart-topping hits, and the most buzz-worthy dramas taking over screens worldwide.
