“I create a new path no one has attempted before All those condescending people will click their tongues. But the applause I receive after breaking that prejudice is thrilling.”

– (G)-DLE, “Lion”

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A darker era in the timeline, defined by trap, EDM, and so-called “girl crush”. Both a time of idols starting to have more creative control and inspiration from genres around the world. Stray Kids, (G)I-DLE, TXT, and ATEEZ find popularity with songs like God’s Menu, Tomboy, Lovesong, and Halazia. 2018-2021.

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