Harsh K-Pop Truth: SNSD is Girl’s Generation

When you realize Girl’s Generation and SNSD are the same group.

SNSD has come a long way since their debut in oversized sweaters and knee-highs; when they needed to put their names on their clothes to help people out. With nine members, it’s easy to understand why new fans might feel a little overwhelmed; but as we get a chance to meet and talk to more SNSD fans, we start to see why people take the time to become a SONE (SNSD’s fanclub).

I had always heard about Girl’s Generation. They were the big girl group that sang bubble-pop, right? They performed on David Letterman; and they, at one time, wore some sort of sailor outfits. I knew who Girl’s Generation was.

Caitlin: Have you ever heard of SNSD?

Alexa: *pauses* No, why?

Caitlin: My friend really likes them.

Alexa: Well look them up.

Then that moment comes when you realize that that one girl group and that other girl group… are the same group. But for Caitlin and I, that didn’t change anything. We still intentionally ignored them. They were too big for our taste, and their music wasn’t our style.

It wasn’t until we gained a follower, snsdfxexokpop, who is (obviously) a SONE. It was through her posts and reblogs that we got to see a different side of Girl’s Generation. It turns out, they are pretty goofy! For the first time, I could picture the girls getting nervous, messing up, or teasing each other. They, as people (not idols), began to unfold on our dashboard, and slowly but surely… IT happened:

Jessica with her seeming icyness. But she really is kind and shy. Sunny who is overwhelmingly cute with good intentions and so entertaining. Tiffany with her confidence and determination. Hyoyeon with her uniqueness and 4D personality. Yuri who is kind and encourages good habits. Sooyoung who always keeps the air lively and fun. Yoona with her beauty and jokes. Finally, Seohyun who is very proper but inspiring all the same. -lcie-inspiration

I never had a choice. -suuzaaa

Like suuzaaa, I didn’t stand a chance. And after listening to some of our followers’ favorites, I realized that I had put them in a Bubble Pop box they did not deserve. With tracks like “Genie” and “Dear Mom”, Girl’s Generation doesn’t just bring the boys out; they create dynamic music with numerous styles. And the girls themselves?

Their music makes me happy during my hardest of times and inspires me to do the things I love. -lcie-inspiration

They have accomplished so much, been through just about everything, but in their smiles I can still see those young girls from Girls Go to School. To me, they are still the same: ambitious, hopeful, inspiring, and talented. It’s a joy to watch them. -suuzaaa

And after watching this video that snsdfxexokpop sent me, I can’t help but completely agree. SNSD has been going strong for five years, just recently celebrating their 5th year anniversary. To have lasted five years without losing or replacing one member out of nine- to me that is proof of their personalities and bond.

I see them as a true family and admire for all they’ve done and been through in the past 5 years. I want them to continue as 9, forever. -lcie-inspiration

For the first time, I am sitting here hoping that SNSD, Girl’s Generation, will continue to make music; continue to be these girls that capture the hearts of millions by just being themselves. Now I am not saying I am a SONE yet, but I am truly looking forward to taking a look back at SNSD’s last five years and keeping an eye out for what is to come.

MENTIONED FAVORITES

lcie-inspiration: Dear Mom

alejandranpr: Twinkle, The Boys, Baby Steps, Mr. Taxi, Genie

suuzaaa: Girls Go to School, Into the New World

snsdfxexokpop: Honey, Gee, Star Star Star, You-aholic, Bad Girl, Let It Rain, Trick, Oscar

Thank you to all of the SONEs that took the time to respond to our question! Through your answers, I gained a much clearer vision of this group. I have a surprise for you, but it will take a bit of time for me to put it together. I will let you know when it’s finished!