NewJeans Pays Respect to Jeju Air Tragedy Victims at Japan Record Awards

K-pop group NewJeans made a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the Jeju Air tragedy during the 66th Japan Record Awards on December 30th. The members wore black ribbons on their outfits as they performed their hit song Supernatural, a performance that earned them the Excellence Award .

Before the event, NewJeans posted a photo on their 'jeanzforfree' account, showing black flower-shaped ribbons with the caption, “with a heart of mourning,” signaling their respect for the lives lost.

Their agency, ADOR, shared a thoughtful message, saying, “This schedule was carried out after careful consideration of its impact on the event organizers. Proceeding with activities at this time weighs heavily on us, and we ask for fans’ understanding.”

Despite the somber occasion, the group continued their planned activities, including their upcoming performance at Countdown Japan 24/25 on December 31st. Fans expressed admiration for NewJeans’ graceful balance of honoring the victims while carrying out their commitments.

This tribute showcases the deep empathy and respect NewJeans holds, reflecting the group's connection to their fans and the world beyond music.

More About NewJeans
NewJeans is a South Korean girl group formed by ADOR, comprising five members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein. They are recognized for their girl-next-door image and their blend of 1990s and 2000s pop and R&B, infused with various dance and club styles.

The group made their debut on July 22, 2022, with the single "Attention," which quickly soared to the top of South Korea's Circle Digital Chart. Shortly after, they followed up with two more singles: " Hype Boy " and "Cookie." "Hype Boy" made history as the longest-running song by a K-pop female act on the Billboard Global 200 chart. These singles were featured on their self-titled debut EP, released in August 2022.

In January 2023, NewJeans released their first single album, "OMG," which enjoyed commercial success. The album featured two singles, "Ditto" and "OMG." "Ditto" gained immense popularity, becoming the group's first number-one hit on both the Circle Digital Chart and the Billboard Hot 100, as well as securing a spot on the UK Singles Chart.


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