In a recent development, the trend index for female solo singers in the 1st week of May has been unveiled, with IU emerging as the top contender, raising questions about her dominance over BLACKPINK's popularity.

According to the latest rankings released on May 9, IU has claimed the throne in the trend index for female solo singers. The data, compiled by Rankify, incorporates factors like keyword search volume and Google Trend scores from the previous week.

IU's position at the summit with 11,379 points reflects her enduring appeal and widespread recognition.

In comparison, BLACKPINK's Lisa and BIBI secured the second and third spots, with 8,468 and 8,333 points, respectively. Notably, BLACKPINK's Jennie closely followed in fourth place, with the rising star Kwon Eunbi rounding off the top five.

Delving deeper, the gender preference analysis unveils interesting patterns. IU's popularity extends across both genders, with 37% male and 63% female preference. Similarly, Lisa garners equal favor among males and females, while BIBI sees a slight skew towards male fans, with 55% male and 45% female preference.

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Analyzing age group preferences sheds light on IU's broad appeal. She captures 13% of teenagers, 30% of those in their 20s, 24% of those in their 30s, 21% of those in their 40s, and even 12% of those in their 50s, showcasing a multi-generational fan base.

In recent news, Korean netizens are discussing IU's latest comeback, pinpointing several reasons for its lukewarm reception. Criticisms include mismatched song titles and lyrics, IU's shift from a beloved "little sister" image to a trendier persona, and a departure from her original singing style.

Some fans feel her focus on international appeal might alienate her domestic audience. Suggestions include returning to her roots or finding a balance between global aspirations and local preferences.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.