K-pop’s Trot Queens Go Head-to-Head
Two of Korea’s rising trot stars—Kang Hayeon and Yang Jieun—are currently in a nail-biting race for the September Netizen Awards in the Female Singer category. As of 5:26 PM on September 23, Kang holds 3,292 votes (4.0%) while Yang trails closely behind with 3,255 votes (3.9%).
Locked in a Mid-Tier Showdown
While Jeong Seojoo has firmly secured first place with over 34,000 votes, and My Jin and Binnie Seo are sitting comfortably at second and third, the real drama is happening in the middle of the leaderboard. Just 37 votes separate Kang and Yang—a margin slimmer than a single fan tweet going viral.
Behind them, Song Gain (2,823 votes, 3.4%) and Kim Soyeon (2,803 votes, 3.4%) are also closing in, turning the competition for 5th and 6th place into a suspense series worthy of a K-drama cliffhanger.
Fandom Power Could Decide It All
According to a Netizen Awards rep, “While the top spots are stable, the real excitement is in the mid-tier. The Kang Hayeon vs. Yang Jieun face-off is testing the dedication and unity of their fandoms.”
And with voting still underway, just one click—literally one fan’s vote—could change everything. It’s less ‘popularity contest’ and more ‘mini electoral showdown’ as fans rally to push their favorites up the chart.
So, Who Will Clinch It?
As the deadline ticks closer, the story isn’t just about these two singers anymore. It’s about how passionate fan communities can shift the tide—even in the most unpredictable moments. Whether you’re Team Hayeon or Team Jieun, now’s the time to click, vote, and make it count.
