How Come Aespa Only Won 1x Time

Bad timing on SM's part.

It's a slow burning hit that was overshadowed by Butter's initial release, then the physical monsters TXT, EXO, TWICE, SVT all released albums. NCT Dream's 2 albums also really fucked up their chances. Joy also had physicals, so did Monsta X, then LOONA and 2PM released, then MSG Wannabe slammed down on the charts, then Lee Mujin started rising, then a ton of 4th boy groups in August, Red Velvet came back, etc. You get the picture.

Every time you think it might win, another song does.

From my understanding, since Next Level was a purely digital release, it made it harder to win due to lack of physical sales, but I'd imagine 'Savage' will definitely have an easier time securing wins because it will be getting a physical release.

Honestly, it really all comes down to timing. Which I suppose didn't work in Next Level's favor despite the charting...

To think Next Level is still up for nominations we might see Next Level vs Savage

they have a chance on Inkigayo

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then the physical monsters TXT, EXO, TWICE, SVT all released albums. Joy also had physicals, so did Monsta X, then LOONA and 2PM, then MSG Wannabe slammed down on the charts, then Lee Mujin started rising, then a ton of 4th boy groups in August, Red Velvet came back, etc. You get the picture.

Every time you think it might win, another song does.

You forgot to mention the obvious one NCT Dream and their repackage. They pretty much swept all the awards.

Slow burner hit hopefully with album sales it will help them get at least a win for savage

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It's true. The fact that it's still in contention and was predicted with a 50% chance to Inkigayo nearly 5 months later is crazy...

...but I need it to lose again because we need to see Sungchan give the trophy to 127.

At this point i'm just enjoying my (not really) surprise everytime it gets nominated over and over again

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You forget to mention the obvious one NCT Dream and their repackage. They pretty much swept all the awards.

I remembered that on my walk to work, but couldn't add it.

bad song

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bad song

Despite it charting like crazy? nah man