BTS member Jungkook continues to make waves around the world as his collaboration with Usher, Standing Next to You – Usher Remix, was recently named one of the Top 5 Best K-Pop Collaborations of 2024 by U.S. pop culture magazine The Honey Pop.

The media outlet praised the partnership, calling the remix a "timeless masterpiece" that perfectly blends Usher’s smooth, soulful style with Jungkook’s emotional delivery.

Fans are also excited about what’s to come, with The Honey Pop expressing anticipation for more R&B collaborations that will allow Jungkook to showcase his impressive vocal range.

The song’s success isn’t just limited to praise—it has made a huge impact on the charts! Standing Next to You debuted at No. 5 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and stayed in the top spots for 19 weeks. It also dominated Billboard’s Global 200 and Global (excluding the U.S.) charts, remaining on both for 47 and 54 weeks, respectively.

It also debuted on the UK Official Chart at No. 6 on November 10, 2023, holding steady for 11 weeks. The track became the best-selling K-pop song in the U.S. for the first half of 2024, based on digital downloads.

Standing Next to You was No. 1 for five weeks on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart in 2023 and ranked among the top 10 most downloaded songs in the U.S., surpassing 1 million units sold.

The hit song was also recognized by the Grammy Awards, making their list of "15 K-Pop Songs That Took 2023 by Storm" and earning praise as an "eternal hit that will transcend time for years to come." It was even included in Los Angeles Times’ "The 100 Best Songs of 2023."

Not only did Standing Next to You earn massive critical acclaim, but it also caught the attention of American stars like actor and comedian Andy Samberg and legendary singer Diana Ross. Both of them named it as their favorite song, proving that Jungkook’s international appeal is stronger than ever!

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GFRIEND (Sowon, Yerin, Eunha, Yuju, SinB, Umji) is back together, and their fans couldn’t be happier! The group surprised everyone by pre-releasing their heartfelt new song "Season of Memories" on January 6 to celebrate their 10th anniversary.

The special track, which will be part of their upcoming album, was first performed as a surprise at the 39th Golden Disc Awards. That performance has now become the most-viewed clip from the entire event, showing just how much fans still adore the group. Following the overwhelming response, GFRIEND and Source Music shared the emotional and behind-the-scenes journey of creating the song.

The six members personally took part in the making of "Season of Memories," working closely with their longtime Source Music team. They were involved in everything—from choosing the song’s themes to making key production decisions. Despite their busy lives, the members prioritized recording together, giving feedback to ensure the track captured their emotions perfectly.

In a statement through Source Music, GFRIEND shared:
"This song is our gift to Buddy (our fans). When we first heard it, we felt it truly represented who we are as a group. The lyrics tell our story, and it brought us so much joy and even tears. We hope that everyone, especially Buddy, feels the same emotions we did. We are so thankful to our staff and producers for helping us create something so special."

The producers behind the song, Noh Joo-hwan and Lee Won-jong, also opened up about the process:
"Being part of GFRIEND’s 10th-anniversary project was unlike anything else we’ve done. We wanted to make music that only GFRIEND could bring to life. It was an incredible experience, full of meaning and gratitude."

The song’s title, "Season of Memories," is deeply tied to GFRIEND’s history with their fans. It was inspired by a slogan from their first concert: "We’ll always stay with you in your warm seasons." The lyrics include references to their past songs, with lines like "As the clock’s hands divide the night" calling back to "Rough" and "Time for the Moon Night," while "Finally, we’ve found you" connects to "Crossroads."

GFRIEND’s special album, "Season of Memories," will officially drop on January 13 at 6 PM KST, and fans can’t wait to relive the magic this iconic group brings. Are you ready for the next chapter of GFRIEND’s unforgettable journey?

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