As social media, the internet, and new digital tools create a totally globalized world, niche genres have since become exposed to the global stage. This has definitely turned out to be the case with the latest genre craze: Korean pop music (better known as “K-pop”). As the genre continues to take off, K-pop groups rise in popularity every year. Even just the word “K-pop” probably brings a very specific image to mind!
What used to be somewhat of a formulaic genre has since flourished into a whole new art form. K-pop groups have been redefining music in everything from choreography to lyrics, arrangements and production. And all that innovation has turned K-pop into one of the most lucrative art forms out there! In fact, corporate brands have even pioneered K-pop to help them boost the tech industry – which is becoming more and more intertwined with musical production. Read on to discover which K-pop groups (and stars) have become billionaires since rising to stardom.