2012: The Most Iconic Year in K-pop

[@PeppyGraceSubs]

This is a video project for a class but I decided to share it because it's k-pop related :) I'll also try to get a prettier thumbnail later, but I will unfortunately have to make-do with this one for the time being

[@PeppyGraceSubs]

B To The T To The S To The BTS // Ahh thank you 🙈

[@safirasnh]

as a person who have been through a lot of kpop phase a lot since 2008 i do agree one of the most iconic phase was the debut of BAP in 2012. they were the only "brave" kpop group for brought a social issue into their songs and performances. it is so sad to watch them "shrinked" because of the lack of management from their agency:( but glad they managed to revive right now! and yes ofc 2012 was when Infinite finally getting so much recognition national and worldwide!💛 and how could we forgot about the iconic comeback of TVXQ after years? God i just realized there are so much happening in 2012. yes it is indeed a busy year for kpop, an iconic year ofc. glad i was able to witness every single thing from that year (i was a hardcore kpop stan back then i even followed the journey of exo before debut lol now im just a solo fandom, army)

[@morspike13]

B.A.P are so underrated you guys. They've been through so much with their shitty company but they overcame this together and they're still a team. They've offered so much in kpop industry and it's shame that they're not as well known nowadays as they used to be. They have a very unique style and they compose/write their own songs. Their lyrics are very meaningful and they also talk about mental illness and such. They're gonna have a comeback soon so please give them much love and support they deserve better

[@mansisingh5178]

Kat Cina when is their comeback?

[@cnsun17]

Their comeback is next week and the teasers are showing its going to be amazing.

[@morspike13]

I think it's next week?

[@rose3.335]

Totally agree with you Grace omg especially about BAP. BAP really has a unique style and they brought in a lot of new kpop fans when they debuted (they actually became the first group I "stanned" lol). They are soo talented so pleeease if anyone doesn't know them, check them out! Great video :) 💕

[@parvafla]

I really liked this video, it was very informative and interesting! You talked about things I was hoping you would mention, but you also talked about other things I didn't know anything about. I would love to watch over videos like this one! The only thing that happened in 2012 that was relevant for me and that you didn't mention is the debut of VIXX, I guess... but at the time of their debut they weren't iconic yet, so it's completely fine. xD I'll be looking forward to other videos with this format!

[@kevinmoyer3326]

Love this style of video! I hope you do more but don’t feel too burdened, great job with the voice over and timing as well as the captioning! Great job Grace xoxo Hope you do well in the class this is for ❤️

[@mistyeyes0010]

THIS! Just...THIS. First of all, thank you so much!! *gives you a solid 3 minute round of applause*. I feel like many things you stated here needed to be said and you're absolutely right, 2012 was one heck of a year for Kpop! What you said about B.A.P seriously touched me, even though you were mainly stating facts, because people nowadays show so much disrespect to them and I guess I'm relieved that there are still others who know their value and how important they were. The saddest part is that the people who show them disrespect are the ones that love their idols who were very and probably most influenced by B.A.P, but of course they're not going to admit that. So once again, thank you sincerely for sharing this. I hope many watch this and learn from it as well as have as much nostalgia as I did from this!

[@thefangirllife2162]

This is so great and says a lot of things I’ve kept in my head for the past few years. I’ve been into kpop for almost a decade now and 2012 was honestly SUCH an iconic year with a lot of amazing songs coming out from my favorite groups (Sherlock from SHINee was my anthem the whole year XD) at the time and a lot of groups who debuted that i followed from their 2012 debut (BAP, VIXX, EXO, etc) - so many of those feelings i had in 2012 still seem so fresh even now 5 years later ... thanks for a wonderfully informative video for those who didn’t get to live that amazing year for kpop like we did

[@soramsonia3499]

So true. I got into the kpop world this year (2012) 😄😄

[@mansisingh5178]

Wow so informative, btw I had goosebumps when I had seen Seo In Guk in K Will's video, which was last year. I think it is the best twist ever to any mv😂😂

[@beforeitspast]

This is really well done! Thank you for doing this. You have a beautiful voice 😊

[@agnesmarias2905]

Thank you for making this video, it was interesting and I never took time to search about kpop in general, "old" kpop songs (it's only been 1 year since I listened to BTS and yes they brought me to not hate on kpop anymore, but I was conscious there were not the only huge group, then I started to listen to other groups but i didn't know what happened before I started listening to kpop) so a huge thank you

[@bangtantrash8744]

2012. The year that the world was said to end. Which is why the Kpop industry made good music because they thought it was their final chance to show their talents. I guess pressure does work sometimes :P Also your voice is really relaxing

[@lizbbb7326]

This was super interesting. I know it was for a class and probably a one off but if you did any videos like these in the future I'd love it

[@yumi5432]

I agree to this! 2012 is a year of feats

[@zaprude]

Amazing video! I started listening to K-pop this summer and it's now all I consume. From being a die-hard A.R.M.Y to watching Produce 101, and The Uni+. Supporting rookie groups in their MakeStar crowdfunding projects and much more. But I always try to go back and learn more about the history of it all, the development of the agencies, and the trends in production style. I learned a lot watching this video and your perspective is on point. Please make more video of this style - no one else does!

[@Oliver-bq4pp]

Grace! This video is educational, coolio editing, and just fabulous overall! I bet you worked hard on it, so yay gracey amazing! plus u added nuest and i screamed lol no kidding. ily grace! -Ollie

[@cnsun17]

Thank you for giving BAP their rightful place in Kpop history. They still continue to come out with interesting music and live stages.

[@kingkha9363]

STAN GRACE STAN TALENT

[@giovannaa6105]

fantastic baby was one of the first k-pop songs i ever listened to and definitely the first one i got addicted to back in 2012/2013

[@macaroon6935]

idk why but I really find your voice soothing...?

[@anidaria]

Warrior? Fantastic baby? Electric shock? Twinkle? only true bops ok but honestly I have so much sentimental value for so many songs released in 2012 it was truly A Good Year

[@mariajoao5243]

This video was super cool, and I learned a lot from it!! Thank you!❤

[@dramawhale03]

To be very honest, I'm a bit sad there is no Super Junior mentioned^^ They were the very first kpop group to hold a solo concert in Europe, and I remember clearly how they were praised for this. Korean medias kept calling them "Hallyu King"~ But nevermind~ Music wise their best years were 2009/2010/2011. Sexy Free and Single in 2012 didn't have that much impact (which I don't understand why, it's a great song!) So yeah I understand.. But I still remain a bit sad ! >< That aside I really liked your video, especially how you started with BAP. I can clearly remember how they kind of turned the kpop world upside down with their debut ! It was so powerful and new and original... I'm sure BAP could have gone very very high if the problems with the agency didn't occur~ But anyway, love BAP people~ All these songs gave me a sudden sense of nostalgia (especially The Chaser for some reason) and except for Gangnam Style, I was never able to get into this song (the overhelming popularity is probably the biggest reason). Anyway, I really liked it (despite no Suju >

[@Leegheid]

Me! I was like: Now suju comes, no? okay than now! no? How about now? Still no?! Alright, maybe now in the honourable mentions... In my opinion Suju had a very impacting influence in the kpop industry and I'm kinda sad that they are sometimes "forgotten".. Not just in this video particularly, but just in general. They didn't just win "the legends" award (and all their other awards and accomplishments) for nothing this year

[@guccitae8416]

Vhope thing is if they had such a huge impact why are they forgotten? Im just wondering cos even now suju are popular but they’re never mentioned as one of the “legends” of kpop along with other groups.

[@dramawhale03]

I don't know why it's like that.. I remember when they were super popular they tended to be forgotten too (I always felt like they were a bit mistreated >

[@isallweare]

thank you so much for this, babyz really appreciate this video!!!

[@SkylerKat16]

I started getting into kpop in 2014 and I am so glad I did. Some of these groups I listen to has grown up and I am so proud💜💙

[@celeste8360]

So informative! Thank you 😊

[@yoons6721]

i think CNBLUE also very popular tho back then. i still love them till today... CNBLUE Fighting !!!

[@OhmygawdCOWS]

I loved this video. I was thriving in 2012. I related, so much to this video. I was definitely one of the many viewers for practically almost every song, you have included.

[@joey_spumoni]

This actually helped refresh my memory on a lot of things and taught me new info. Thanks Grace, this turned out really good! I hope you do well in class!❤️

[@Xinisterr]

U have a very beautiful voice ❤❤❤

[@Xinisterr]

Omg u noticed me Thank u ❤❤❤

[@alempongen5919]

Wow this was very informative. Thankyou for this.

[@AmetafJohora]

I needed a strong reminder that kpop was not just bts thankx bae early 200s electro music is my shit

[@AffxtionateShawol]

I love this type of video especially when the year in coming to an end~ Like it feels like kpop rewind ^^

[@salhamahamud7450]

Thank you for this video..really appreciate it..2012 is gold year for KPOP!!!

[@user-s3ts8my2x]

Omg yasss gurl. I have to agree with you 2012 was a truly amazing year for kpop. Also I hope you got a good grade! :))

[@apoorrva]

i totally agree!

[@khushiangel4533]

apoorva Hahaha

[@kevinmoyer3326]

GRACEEEEE ❤️❤️❤️

[@PeppyGraceSubs]

KEVINNNNNN

[@amyle9229]

2012 was so fun, iconic for sure! Watching this reminded me that I really like kpop. Good job on the video Grace ^^ -🍪

[@amyle9229]

2012 kpop was amazing, iconic for sure! Thanks for the video Grace ^^ 🍪

[@parishyuna]

Omg I haven’t seen Please don’t... in a while. Why are you making me cry? lol

[@justanotherfangirl6360]

Very true!! Love this video!!! 2012 was a great year! Wish I would have known Kpop since then! Good that wasn't a try not so sing along challenge^^

[@nkfanning]

This was great! You have a lovely voice

[@peachyybri]

I remember becoming obsessed with super junior in 2012 after becoming curious about Kpop lol

[@yumi5432]

Yep, good kind of weird hahaha. You're voice is nice

[@disco.rebecca]

B.A.P though 😍

[@leenah1287]

I actually heard kpop for the first time in 2012 (and NOT Gangnam Style). It was Shinee and Nu'est (and a little SuJu). This is great video!! Love it!

[@heizie88]

Ahhhhh what a year. #memories ❤❤❤

[@Ace-ki3rr]

In 2012 I listened to NOTHING but Kpop. It was my peak Kpop stanning period! I got into Kpop as a 2NE1/BIGBANG stan in 2009 and then an SNSD/SJ fan in 2011 and then started exploring every single group out there (since there weren't a lot at the time) in 2012. 2013 came around and there were way too many debuts and I started losing touch. But here I am, 5 years later. Back!

[@MsNur92]

After 2009, i think 2012 is the best kpop year for me 😍😍😍

[@ninav1466]

I miss 2012 ❤️❤️

[@g-dragon2461]

BIGBANG Kings of KPOP forever 🙏

[@CatWomanInParadise]

Yay your voice! Wow that was an awesome video like I remember a lot of those tracks at that time, it was nice of you to make a video telling us more about it ^.^ You should do more of these in the future or like for 2018 because hey that was awesome! Keep up the great work! -Cat ♥ Side note: Do you like 2PM? Lol random but I'd like to know:3

[@elio5896]

great video!

[@Zeel_BTS]

This was definitely educational alright. Wow

[@ariforaries]

I love old Kpop

[@btsislifeu1185]

Your voice is so niceeeeee ( that sounded weird )!

[@kirstenmosquera2469]

💕

[@weebxd69]

You have to tell us your grade that u got ! :D

[@PeppyGraceSubs]

Shiina Mashiro // I got a 29/30! (96.67%) I got a point off because some parts when I just had the music playing, it was really loud. Rip. It didn’t sound like that on my computer though. I think the audio speakers in the classroom were really good and created more contrast between the softer and louder sounds But I got a really good grade anyway :)

[@salhamahamud7450]

No one can slay their debut with B.A.P's concept...

[@jhammaxine1379]

INFINITE with 7 members is just :'(