ILLIT Reflects on a Stellar Debut Year with 'Magnetic' Dominating Charts Worldwide

ILLIT, the girl group that took the K-pop world by storm with their debut track 'Magnetic', has looked back on their whirlwind first year. Describing it as the year they flew the most and the happiest for meeting their fans, GLIT, the members shared their gratitude and reflections through their agency, BELIFT LAB. The group made a strong impression by winning seven rookie awards at music ceremonies both in Korea and internationally. 'Magnetic' marked a historic achievement as the first K-pop debut song to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100.

Moka expressed amazement at the global love for their debut song, noting how good music transcends borders, as evidenced by their songs charting all year round. The members, who found everything from music show appearances to topping charts unfamiliar at first, credited their fans' support for making these moments meaningful. Yunah recalled the surreal experience of 'Magnetic' hitting number one on Melon, realizing only later the magnitude of the love and support they received.

The members attribute their popularity to relatable lyrics and dances that resonate with their peers, with Minju highlighting the finger choreography from 'Magnetic' as particularly viral on short-form platforms. Despite their achievements, ILLIT is not resting on their laurels, aiming to refine their performances and dream of filling dome concert venues with fans waving their lightsticks. Wonhee shared their focus on perfecting every detail of their choreography and teamwork, while Iroha voiced their ambition to see a dome concert packed with GLIT and ILLIT's lightsticks.