Jung Seo-joo Goes for 15 – and Wins
Some artists dominate charts. Jung Seo-joo owns them. The trot powerhouse just scored her 15th consecutive monthly win in the 2025 September Netizen Awards for Best Female Artist, pulling a massive 46,625 votes — that’s 43.1% of the total.
Call it what you want — consistency, charisma, or sheer stage magic — her fandom’s loyalty is laser-focused. In an era of fast-moving trends, Jung has become a mainstay.
Challengers on the Rise: My Jin & Binnie Seo
But even in a queen’s court, others make powerful moves. My Jin clinched second with 18,753 votes (17.3%), continuing her steady climb, while Binnie Seo wasn’t far behind in third, collecting 14,610 votes (13.5%).
The trio — Jung Seo-joo, My Jin, and Binnie Seo — now shape a dynamic trio at the top. Think of them as the Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Adele of trot: different textures, same fire.
Solid in the Middle: Fan Favorites Stay Grounded
Coming in at number four, Kim Da-hyun‘s 5,342 votes (4.9%) proved her fandom isn’t budging. Longtime queens Kang Hye-yeon (4,286 votes), Yang Ji-eun (4,144), and Song Ga-in (3,698) filled out the middle of the chart — a trusted lineup for trot fans.
Kim So-yeon marked a promising return to form, re-entering the top 10 at number eight with 3,352 votes.
True Grit in the Low Ranks
The lower spots still held meaningful placements. Hong Ji-yoon (#9, 1,548 votes), Hong Ja (#10, 1,112), and Miss Kim (#11, 1,082) all maintained visibility, proving that loyal fans are the slow burn to success. In 12th, Na-young (1,018) also held strong.
Kim Tae-yeon (770 votes) and Jeon Yu-jin (698) clung to 13th and 14th respectively, suggesting next-gen potential waiting to ignite.
K-pop Sneaks In: Idols Join the Trot Game
Making waves in this trot-dominated field were unexpected K-pop stars. Kazuha of LE SSERAFIM managed to return to the top 20, landing at #15 with 452 votes. IU came in 16th, while TWICE’s Sana and BLACKPINK’s Rosé logged 17th and 19th respectively.
While their votes weren’t sky-high, their presence in this traditionally trot-heavy ranking hints at fandom versatility — and potential genre crossovers.
Fan Power is Everything
Jung Seo-joo’s 15-month streak wasn’t born from luck. It’s a polished combo of regular performances, fierce charisma, and an army of passionately dedicated fans.
The September tally highlighted new chart dynamics: an unwavering top trio, mid-tier legends holding the fort, and a few idol curveballs shaking up tradition. As fandoms and genres start to blur, one thing’s clear — the fan vote rules all.
