Top 11 Best Boy Bands In The World Right Now

Boy bands have played an indispensable role in the creation of pop music. Throughout the past few decades, these wonderful men from around the world have captivated audiences with their vocal abilities, choreography, attractive appearance, and charismatic personalities.
From the synchronized dance moves to the perfectly styled hair, from youthful heartthrobs to mature fathers, boy bands have left an indelible mark on the music scene, dominating the charts, selling countless records, and packing arenas. Especially as K-pop is becoming a global phenomenon, everyone seems to love Korean boy groups.
We all have our picks, but who deserves the title of the best of this year? We've revisited some of our favorite hits to bring you this list of the top 11 boy groups that will transport you back to the glory days and beyond. Whether you were team Jonas Brothers, or maybe you are a fan of BTS, this list has got you covered. So grab your hairbrush microphone, blast your much-loved songs, and get ready to jam out to the best boy bands around.

#1 BTS

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Taking the world by storm and definitely the biggest name in K-pop, BTS consists of seven members - Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. After being formed in 2010, the group launched its debut single, "2 Cool 4 Skool," in 2013. The boys have produced more than a dozen albums, including two records in 2020 - "Map of the Soul" and "Be" - as well as various Japanese-language albums.
BTS has won American Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards and was nominated for two Grammys and countless other music awards. The group also achieved two No. 1 albums in the US, has sold 16 million albums, and was the best-selling artist to debut in the 2010s.

#2 TxT (TOMORROW X TOGETHER)

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Tomorrow X Together, stylized as TxT, is a vibrant and youthful boy group that is poised to become the next big global sensation. The group consists of five members: Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Hueningkai. They exude bright and upbeat energy, while also incorporating a touch of edginess into their music and performances.

#3 Stray Kids

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Stray Kids, an eight-member male K-pop group, started as a reality show with the same name before transitioning into a boy band, similar to the concept of Making The Band in the United States.
With their music that blends EDM and house genres, Stray Kids has attracted K-pop fans looking for a different sound from typical pop. Despite their unique style, they have gained over six million monthly Spotify listeners, proving their appeal to a global audience.

#4 Got7

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GOT7, recognized for incorporating martial arts into their live performances, is a top-tier K-pop boy group with no indication of stopping. Established in 2014 under the South Korean music powerhouse JYP Entertainment, GOT7 was among the first K-pop boy bands to gain global recognition and attain a substantial following. Their lively pop tracks and captivating love ballads demonstrate the universal language of music.

#5 EXO

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EXO (established in 2012) is another highly celebrated K-pop group. They have earned numerous accolades, including four No.1 rankings on Billboard's World Albums chart. The band performed at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, showcasing their upbeat and energetic blend of rap, hip-hop, R&B, and rock music.

#6 Seventeen

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Despite its name, Seventeen is a K-pop group consisting of 13 members. The group has achieved recognition in the United States, performing on the Late Late Show with James Corden. They recently embarked on their third world tour, ‘Be The Sun’.

#7 NCT

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NCT is one of the largest K-pop groups worldwide, with 23 members as of April 2021, but they don't perform together. Instead, the group is divided into subunits: NCT127, NCT U, NCT Dream, and WayV. Each subunit has its own unique concept and style.
NCT Dream has a youthful and upbeat vibe, NCT U is a rotating unit based on specific concepts. NCT127 is considered Seoul's representative group, and WayV is the Chinese subunit.

#8 SHINee

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In 2008, SHINee emerged onto the K-pop scene as a five-member group. Their music, fashion, and fitness are all well-known aspects of their brand. They quickly became popular with K-pop enthusiasts due to their highly synchronized and intricate dance routines.
In 2010, the band's image underwent a change from typical youthful K-pop boys to a more mature and sophisticated look. Today, SHINee has a massive following throughout Asia and around the world.

#9 Jonas Brothers

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Kevin Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Nick Jonas burst onto the music scene in 2006 with their debut album, "It's About Time," followed by "Jonas Brothers" in 2007. In 2008, they starred in the Disney Channel movie "Camp Rock" and released their third album, "A Little Bit Longer." After their fourth album, "Lines, Vines, and Trying Times," received mixed reviews in 2009, the band took a hiatus and eventually split due to "creative differences."
However, the brothers reunited in 2019 and released their comeback album, "Happiness Begins," embarking on a new tour.

#10 iKON

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iKON, the latest boy group from YG Entertainment, was formed through a series of survival shows. Despite only having one full album under their belt, iKON has amassed a series of hit singles. Known for their party-starting hype tracks, iKON is considered one of the heaviest hip-hop K-pop boy bands.

#11 MONSTA X

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If you're a fan of boy K-pop groups from reality shows, Monsta X is undoubtedly on your radar. The single "Who Do U Love" catapulted them to worldwide stardom, attracting almost three million monthly Spotify listeners. The band offers K-pop enthusiasts a refreshing change from the usual slick pop tracks, by incorporating unrefined lyrics and EDM beats. They infuse their vocal performances with hip-hop and rap elements.
Monsta X's global appeal is undeniable, as demonstrated by their first English-language album. It ranked fifth on the Billboard 200 and seventh on the Rolling Stone 200.