2024 MAMA Awards: SEVENTEEN Takes Home Two Grand Prizes, aespa Wins Six Awards Including Song of the Year

The 2024 MAMA Awards, held on the afternoon of the 23rd at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan, saw SEVENTEEN and aespa emerge as the big winners of the night. SEVENTEEN claimed the prestigious 'Album of the Year' and 'Artist of the Year' awards, while aespa celebrated a total of six wins, including 'Song of the Year' for their hit 'Supernova'.

The first award presented was 'Album of the Year', with SEVENTEEN's member Dokyeom expressing gratitude, stating, "I am so thankful to receive the Album of the Year award again this year, just like last year. Thank you so much to our fans, Carats. It feels wonderful to be rewarded for our hard work this year."

Sungkwan added, "The award is called Album of the Year for a reason. Yesterday was Woozi's birthday, and I want to thank him for his significant contribution to this album. This album was also made with the hard work of Jun and Jeonghan, who are not here today. We will continue to create great albums in the future."

During his acceptance speech, Sungkwan led the audience in singing the chorus of their title track 'God of Music', allowing fans to join in.

aespa's 'Song of the Year' award was met with disbelief from the group. They expressed, "We never imagined this. We are so grateful for the love 'Supernova' has received, and it is truly an honor. We will continue to work hard to produce great music in the future. Thank you so much to our fans, MYs, for all the love this year. We are also thankful to everyone who has supported us. We love our company, SM Entertainment. Our goal this year was to win a grand prize, and we are so happy to achieve that at MAMA."

aespa also reflected on their return to MAMA after three years, noting the absence of fans during the pandemic and expressing joy at being able to share the moment with their supporters in such a large venue.

The final award of the night, 'Artist of the Year', was also awarded to SEVENTEEN. Dokyeom expressed his gratitude, saying, "I am so thankful to receive two major awards at MAMA. The reason we can receive these awards is because of our Carats. Thank you for making today a happy day."

S.Coups, visibly emotional, remarked, "I wish Jeonghan and Jun could have received this award with us." Currently, Jeonghan is on hiatus due to military service obligations, and Jun is balancing his activities in China.

Woozi also shed tears during the acceptance speech, saying, "SEVENTEEN has won a grand prize for two consecutive years, and this year we received two. It was unimaginable. It was my birthday yesterday, and receiving this award feels like the best gift."

As the main producer of SEVENTEEN's albums, Woozi stated, "I have been making music for ten years, and I can confidently say I have never neglected my music studies. I will continue to repay this love with great music. I believe the best way to repay as an artist is through the best music. We will remain steadfast as thirteen members."

The ceremony opened with a performance by host Kim Tae-ri, who expressed her curiosity about what true music is and hoped everyone would have an amazing experience of unity through music.

The first award presented was for 'Best Dance Performance', with aespa's 'Supernova' winning in the female group category. Winter thanked their fans for their support and acknowledged the hard work of their performance team and choreographer. Ningning added, "Thank you to the public for recognizing us. We will work even harder."

Fencing national representative Oh Sang-wook presented the 'VISA SUPER STAGE' award, which went to SEVENTEEN. They expressed their excitement and promised to deliver a fantastic performance.

Following the awards, BIBI's stage for 'Bam Yang Gang' captivated the audience, featuring a surprise performance by actor Ahn Jae-hyun. BIBI transformed into a lovely princess, dancing alongside Ahn Jae-hyun, who played her prince.

The 'Best Choreography' award was presented to aespa for 'Supernova', with the group expressing their pride in the love their hard work has received.

The 'Favorite Global Trending Music' award went to Byun Woo-seok for his OST 'Shower', which gained significant attention on various music charts.

The second part of the ceremony began with a performance by ZEROBASEONE, followed by the 'Best Female Group' award, which aespa won. Winter expressed gratitude for the overwhelming love they received this year.

The 'Favorite Asian Artist' award was presented to INI, who expressed their honor in receiving such a prestigious award.

aespa's 'Best Music Video' award for 'Armageddon' was celebrated, with Winter expressing happiness for their beloved music video.

The performance by (G)I-DLE, who gained popularity with songs like 'I Hate Being Sick' and 'Clacktion', featured Soyeon starting with a rap that captivated the audience.

The 'Best Male Group' award went to SEVENTEEN, with Hoshi thanking their fans and expressing the significance of the award.

Byun Woo-seok's performance of 'Shower' showcased his talent, and he received applause from the audience.

The 'Best Vocal Performance Solo' award went to BIBI for 'Bam Yang Gang', who expressed her happiness in receiving the award.

The night concluded with a powerful performance by G-Dragon, who returned to the stage after seven years, performing 'Untitled' and 'Home Sweet Home' alongside fellow BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung.

The 2024 MAMA Awards celebrated numerous artists, with notable wins including Jungkook for 'Best Male Artist', IU for 'Best Female Artist', and Zico for 'Best Collaboration'.

The complete list of winners from the 2024 MAMA Awards includes:

- Artist of the Year: SEVENTEEN

- Song of the Year: aespa 'Supernova'

- Album of the Year: SEVENTEEN 'SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN'

- Best Female Group: aespa

- Best Male Group: SEVENTEEN

- Best Female Artist: IU

- Best Male Artist: Jungkook

- Music Visionary of the Year: G-Dragon

- Best Dance Performance Female Solo: Jennie 'You & Me'

- Best Dance Performance Male Solo: Jungkook 'Standing Next to You'

- Best Dance Performance Female Group: aespa 'Supernova'

- Best Vocal Performance Solo: BIBI 'Bam Yang Gang'

- Best Vocal Performance Group: (G)I-DLE 'I Hate Being Sick'

- Best Rap & Hip Hop Performance: Zico 'SPOT! (Feat. JENNIE)'

- Best Band Performance: QWER 'Addicted to Worry'

- Best Collaboration: Zico 'SPOT! (Feat. JENNIE)'

- Best OST: Crush 'Sorry, Hate, Love'

- Best Music Video: aespa 'Armageddon'

- Best Choreography: aespa 'Supernova'

- VISA SUPER STAGE: SEVENTEEN