Golden KOREAN RECORD OF THE YEAR Award (2026)
The Golden Korean Record of the Year Award, presented annually by the Pop Golden Awards, is a prestigious honor that recognizes the most outstanding and impactful Korean alternative or fusion song released within the past 18 months.
To qualify, a song must:
Be primarily performed in Korean.
Demonstrate innovation and experimental creativity.
Earn acclaim and popularity both in Korea and across the international music scene.
Nominees represent groundbreaking works that resonate with global audiences and showcase the evolving artistry of Korean music.
Winners are chosen through a combination of public fan votes and the evaluations of a panel of distinguished Korean music experts, ensuring a balance between fan passion and professional recognition.
This award celebrates artists who push musical boundaries, and cements the winning record’s place in the legacy of Korean music history.
BTS — Into the Sun
Jin — Don't Say You Love Me
Number One Girl — Rosé
Jisoo — Your Love
Killin' It Girl – j-hope
Jennie — Twin
If You Ask Me What Love Is — Roy Kim
IU - Never Ending Story
Lim Young Woong - Eternal Moment
G-DRAGON - DRAMA
Bibi – Scott and Zelda
KISS OF LIFE - 'Lips Hips Kiss'
NMIXX - "Papillon"
NMIXX - Heavy Serenade
Woodz - Drowning
Good Goodbye — Hwasa
ZEROBASEONE - Doctor! Doctor!
Lee Mujin — Coming Of Age Story
Changsub — Heavenly Fate
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