From Underdog to Chart Climber
Just a week ago, most fans wouldn’t have bet on Son Bina making waves in August’s Netizen Awards—yet here she is, sprinting into third place with over 6,000 votes. The dramatic climb for her latest album Irony proves this rookie is no longer flying under the radar.
‘Irony’ Hits a Sweet Note
According to results tallied at 9:35 a.m. on August 7 KST, Son Bina has secured 6,049 votes, claiming 8.3% of the vote share, and landing third in the Album of the Month category. What’s more surprising is that she started August outside the top 20.
This meteoric rise isn’t just a lucky break—it’s fan power in full throttle. The sudden surge reflects not only her growing listenership but also a community rallying behind her music with fierce loyalty.
Dual Threat: Leading in Neo Star Category
While Son Bina charms her way up the album chart, she’s also dominating the Netizen Awards’ Neo Star category—currently holding the top spot. If there’s a breakout artist spirit award, she might take that too.
With support this strong, we’re seeing more than just streaming numbers—we’re witnessing fan devotion converting directly into votes.
The Race at the Top
At present, seasoned singer Hwang Youngwoong leads with 19,491 votes (26.9%) for Tteugaeot (“Knitted Sweater”), while Jung Seojoo’s A Handwritten Letter follows with 11,293 votes (15.6%). Son Bina is being closely chased by Son Taejin’s SHINE (5,828 votes) and Park Jihyun’s Melt Away (5,729 votes).
What’s Next for Bina?
Son Bina’s rise is more than a moment—it’s momentum. With weeks left in the voting period, the numbers could flip again. Will this underdog become an outright winner?
One thing’s for sure: her fans have turned the tables, and all eyes are now on ‘Irony’ as the wild card of the awards.
