In 2024, Filipino singer Felip (KEN) of SB19 became the first artist from the Philippines to top all categories on CDJapan's current sales rankings with his first solo CD release, "7 Sins". This milestone highlighted the power of cross-border fandom and growing international demand for Asian music.

Following that landmark, CDJapan continues to spotlight emerging talent across Asia. Here, we introduce five standout artists nominated for "Best Song Asia" at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ) 2025 — rising stars from South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand who are shaping the future of Asian pop and global music trends. *We obtain each information from the most reliable sources possible, but please note that they may change after the article is published.

aespa (South Korea) – "Supernova"

As leaders in fourth-generation K-POP, aespa fuses futuristic visuals with bold digital concepts. Their 2024 single "Supernova" — from their full album "Armageddon" — was awarded Best Song Asia at MAJ 2025 and continues to perform strongly on global charts.

Bernadya (Indonesia) – "Satu Bulan"

Bernadya is a breakout Indonesian pop singer-songwriter whose emotional lyrics and vocal clarity have captured domestic and regional acclaim. "Satu Bulan," part of her EP "Terlintas," reflects her growing influence in Southeast Asia's indie and alternative pop scenes.

Regina Song (Singapore) – "the cutest pair"

Singaporean singer Regina Song is a Gen Z voice gaining traction in viral music culture. Her single "the cutest pair" has become a streaming favorite across Asia and beyond, exemplifying the new wave of digitally-native Asian pop.

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PLAVE (South Korea) – "WAY 4 LUV"

PLAVE is a virtual K-POP boy group combining real vocal talent and advanced digital avatars. Their second mini-album "ASTERUM: 134-1" features "WAY 4 LUV," a dynamic track that's attracted fans across K-POP and tech-forward music communities.

Jeff Satur (Thailand) – "Ghost"

Thai pop and R&B artist Jeff Satur has been gaining global attention for his cinematic sound and emotional delivery. His track "Ghost," featured on his debut album "Space Shuttle No.8," is available via limited CD release abroad.

Japanese edition of Jeff Satour's Album "Space Shuttle No.8"

About MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ)

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN (MAJ) is an annual music award that honors outstanding achievements in Japan’s music industry, including artists, songs, albums, producers, and creative direction. Recipients are selected through a combination of chart performance, expert jury review, and fan voting—balancing commercial success with artistic merit.
MAJ covers all music genres such as pop, rock, hip-hop, anime songs, classical, and indie, and includes awards for international artists as well. Major categories include Artist of the Year, Best Album, Best Song, and a Newcomer Award spotlighting rising talent.
The award ceremony is broadcast on TV and streaming platforms, showcasing live performances and extravagant stage productions, making MAJ a symbol of Japan’s contemporary music culture.



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