BoA

BoA, born Kwon Boa in South Korea, is a K-pop icon who debuted in 2000 and has incorporated hip-hop elements into her music alongside pop, dance, and R&B styles. She achieved international fame with hits like "No. 1" and "Valenti," selling over 10 million albums worldwide and becoming one of the first K-pop artists to break into the Japanese and American markets.

South Korea has one of the most vibrant hip-hop scenes in Asia, fueled by Show Me the Money and a thriving indie label ecosystem.