Korea's top 2 girl groups will be going head to head!

The two most anticipating girl groups will be releasing their new songs this month and have their comeback -- 2NE1 and Girls' Generation.

According to sources on the 12th, 2NE1 is aiming to release a new song mid-February along with their new album. Although details are still being confirmed, according to their work schedules, they're expected to reveal a new song at latest by the end of the month.

Fans are in high expectations because this comeback won't be accompanied by just a digital single, but a new album with all new songs. 2NE1 hasn't released a new full length album since September of 2010, when they released To Anyone.

It's an advantageous time for 2NE1 to release a new album, especially since they will be beginning their 2nd world tour soon. The group will be visiting 13 cities across 9 countries. Their first tour concert date is scheduled for March 1st and 2nd at the Olympic SK Handball Stadium in Seoul, so this time is vital for the girls.

YG Entertainment has yet to reveal details about the group's new song, but looking at it from a business standpoint, it's least likely that they'll be delaying their album release date past their tour date.

It seems, then, that 2NE1 will most likely be releasing their new song around the same time as Girls' Generation, and fans are eagerly anticipating their similarly timed comebacks.

Girls' Generation will be releasing their 4th mini album Mr.Mr on the 24th, and will release the title song "Mr.Mr" on the 19th through several music sites.

With 2007 debut girl group Girls' Generation and 2009 debut girl group 2NE1 both making comebacks, the focus is put on their varying charismas and different music styles. While both groups are definitely top girl groups, they've never really gone head to head. As girl groups that represent the face of SM Entertainment and YG Entertainment will compete directly against each other, there's anticipation as to which agency will come out on top.