Can aespa’s “Supernova” Finally End SM Entertainment’s Song of the Year Losing Streak at MAMA?
The Song of the Year award at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) is one of the most prestigious honors, recognizing the year’s most impactful track. However, the award’s credibility has come under scrutiny, as no artist from SM Entertainment has ever won it. This year, aespa’s hit “Supernova” has become a focal point, sparking heated discussions about whether it could finally end SM’s losing streak.
Fans argue that “Supernova” stands out as one of aespa’s most successful songs and has had significant cultural impact, making it a strong contender. They believe that if the song doesn’t win, it could reinforce claims of bias against SM Entertainment. Some fans have pointed out the irony of accusations that SM manipulates MAMA results, noting that “SM is the only Big 4 company with zero Song of the Year wins at MAMA.”
Complicating the race, other songs like “Magnetic” have also emerged as top contenders. Known for its catchy melody and wide appeal, “Magnetic” has divided fans and critics, intensifying the debate over which track truly deserves the title.
A look at past winners highlights the dominance of other major agencies and groups. Iconic tracks such as TWICE’s “CHEER UP” (2016), BTS’s “Dynamite” (2020), and IVE’s “LOVE DIVE” (2022) have all taken home the award. Most recently, NewJeans’ “Ditto” claimed the 2023 honor. Despite their success in other categories, SM artists like EXO, Red Velvet, and NCT have never won Song of the Year.
The buzz around aespa and “Supernova” reflects broader concerns about the fairness of award shows and their alleged biases. Whether “Supernova” will finally break SM’s dry spell remains uncertain, but the ongoing debate underscores how much this recognition means to both artists and their fans.
As the awards approach, anticipation continues to build. Regardless of the outcome, the 2024 Song of the Year race has already become one of the most controversial and discussed in MAMA’s history.
Source: X
