Korean fans are wondering why Taylor Swift, a global music icon, isn’t as big in South Korea.

A fan shared their thoughts online, saying that Taylor’s strength is her English lyrics and American identity. But for Koreans who don’t understand English, they might not connect with her songs.

They pointed out that other pop stars like Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber have a different musical style that Koreans seem to like more.

The fan also compared Taylor’s situation to Korean ballad singers who aren’t as popular overseas, unlike K-pop groups like BTS and BLACKPINK. They suggested that Taylor’s music and cultural background might not be as appealing to Koreans.

Other fans had different opinions. Some said that Taylor is popular in Korea, but her songs aren’t as high on Korean music platforms as they are on Spotify.

They believe that if Taylor held a concert in Korea, it would sell out quickly. They also mentioned that Taylor has started using K-pop marketing strategies, like including photocards in her albums.

Fans had mixed reactions:

"Some of my friends like Taylor's lyrics, but it's tiring to translate them all. I prefer catchy songs, which she doesn't always have."

"Does Taylor even care if she's famous in Korea? Probably not!"

"Koreans like a certain pop style more than Taylor's. She started as a country singer, which might not appeal to us."

"Taylor's music helped me through tough times. Her story is inspiring."

"Taylor probably has more fans in Korea than we realize. She just isn't as visible on our platforms."

"I don't think Taylor cares if she does well here or not."

What are your thoughts?

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Actor Lee Min Ho recently shared an unforgettable and embarrassing moment from his early career, revealing how he became a “falling star” at his first Baeksang Arts Awards.

On the December 25th episode of You Quiz on the Block (Episode 274), Lee Min Ho made a guest appearance and reflected on his rise to fame.

The actor, known for his iconic role as Goo Jun Pyo in Boys Over Flowers, won the Best New Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards, but it wasn’t just his victory that grabbed attention.

Lee Min Ho recalled, "I was attending the Baeksang for the first time, and I was so excited. Since I wasn’t going as Goo Jun Pyo, but as Lee Min Ho, I styled my hair in a perm and was ready to go." However, things took an unexpected turn when he tripped and fell on the red carpet.

He sighed, recalling, "That day, I fell. I fell and created so many memes. Even now, I look back and think, 'How did I walk that quickly on the red carpet?'"

Laughing at his own clumsiness, he admitted, "I was moving at the speed of light, no composure, no focus. Honestly, more than the joy of winning the award, that day was chaotic and so embarrassing for me."

Though his win was a highlight, Lee Min Ho humorously shared that the incident of tripping overshadowed the excitement of his achievement.

It’s safe to say that while the fall became a funny meme, it also became a lesson in humility for the actor, and a moment that fans still remember to this day.

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