Lim Young-woong Shocks Fans With Low Netizen Awards Ranking
In the ever-competitive world of fandom-powered rankings, even a superstar can find themselves in an unexpected place on the leaderboard. As of 9:35 a.m. KST on September 2, 2025, trot hero Lim Young-woong landed in 19th place with just 12 votes (0.1%) in the latest Netizen Awards for Best Male Singer—despite a highly anticipated comeback this month.
This Month’s Rankings Spark Drama—and a Fandom Firestorm
The Netizen Awards, known for being crowd-powered and fiercely loyal to their favorites, showcased a surprising twist this round. Currently leading the chart is Hwang Young-woong with a commanding 4,157 votes, capturing 38.1% of the total. Son Bin Ah trails behind in second place with 1,292 votes (11.9%), and Son Tae-jin ranks third with 1,104 votes (10.1%).
Meanwhile, Enoch and Jang Min-ho are locked in a tight race for 4th and 5th with 7.0% and 6.9% of the vote, respectively. Park Ji-hyun (6.1%) and Jin Won (5.0%) add even more flavor to the highly fragmented top tier.
Wait, Lim Young-woong in Nineteenth? Yes, Really
The most jaw-dropping moment, though, came when fans saw Lim Young-woong’s name buried at 19th place. Known for his unbeatable popularity, chart-topping singles, and sold-out concerts, the trot megastar has long been a beloved figure in Korea’s music scene.
But this month’s ranking throws a serious curveball. With just 12 votes, fans are left wondering: Is this a sign of apathy or simply a case of sleeping fandom at the ballot box?
Why Fans Are Rallying—And What It Means
It’s not just about votes—this is about fandom pride. With Lim Young-woong positioned far below his usual ranking, fan communities are buzzing across platforms like Twitter, DC Inside, and Naver Cafes. Messages urging fellow fans to vote are flooding in, even calling this moment a “fandom emergency.”
- “We can’t let Hero stay at 19th,” wrote one fan on an online forum.
- “This is unacceptable. Start voting NOW!” read another fervent post.
- Some even speculate the low ranking may awaken the sleeping giant that is his fandom—known for their immense mobilization power.
Comeback Timing & Strategic Calm—or Setback?
The singer, often nicknamed Hero by fans, only recently returned to the spotlight after a break. Could this ranking dip be chalked up to timing? Possibly. His activities this month may not yet have reignited his full fandom momentum—or, it could be the calm before a major storm of votes.
As dramatic as the results seem, anything can happen in these fast-changing rankings. The Netizen Awards poll updates in real-time, meaning that with just one focused push, a superstar like Lim Young-woong could easily shoot back into the top 5—or all the way to No. 1.
It’s Not Over Yet: Next Few Days Could Flip the Chart
Don’t count Lim Young-woong out just yet. Fans have pulled off stunning turnarounds before, especially as a coordinated response takes shape. The countdown to the poll’s close has unofficially begun, and fan clubs are mobilizing with vote guides, hashtags, and motivational posts.
So, will Hero rise once more, like the storyline of every great underdog drama? All eyes are now on his fandom—and their fingers on the voting buttons.
FAQs
Who is currently leading the Netizen Awards Best Male Singer category?
As of September 2, 2025, Hwang Young-woong leads the category with over 38% of the vote.
Why is Lim Young-woong ranked 19th?
Despite his massive popularity, Lim Young-woong received only 12 votes at the time of the snapshot. Some attribute this to recent inactivity or a delayed push from his fandom.
Will Lim Young-woong rise in the ranks soon?
With his fanbase known for rallying in times of need, many believe it’s only a matter of time before Lim Young-woong climbs back up the leaderboard—assuming they mobilize in time.
