NASA's supernova post takes a K-pop twist with Stray Kids and aespa references

NASA's social media recently delighted fans with a playful K-pop twist while explaining supernova remnants. NASA's recent update cleverly referenced popular K-pop songs, intertwining phrases from Stray Kids' Chk Chk Boom and aespa's Supernova, sparking excitement and amusement among fans.

NASA's post creatively incorporated the title track Chk Chk Boom from Stray Kids’ ninth mini-album ATE and the phrase "su-su-su-supernova" from aespa’s hit song Supernova. This whimsical nod to K-pop not only provided an engaging way to explain astronomical phenomena but also showcased NASA's recognition of global pop culture trends.

Stray Kids' Chk Chk Boom has been making waves since its release. The music video, featuring surprise appearances by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, quickly went viral, amassing over 53.83 million views within a week. The song's energetic beats and catchy lyrics have captivated fans worldwide. In addition to their musical achievements, Stray Kids recently renewed their contracts with JYP Entertainment and are gearing up for their dominATE World Tour, which kicks off in Seoul this August.

Similarly, aespa's Supernova from their debut full-length album Armageddon has achieved significant success. Released in May 2024, the song topped domestic music charts and secured a triple crown on the Circle Chart's June monthly charts. Supernova achieved a perfect all-kill, maintaining its No 1 position on charts like Melon and Genie for an extended period.

NASA's quirky shoutout to K-pop has not only delighted fans but also highlighted the global influence of K-pop fandoms. Comments such as "What in the multiverse?" and "NASA is a K-pop stan?" flooded the post, showcasing the widespread excitement and amusement. This interaction echoes a similar event on June 23, 2020, when NASA’s tweet about BTS’ Jin garnered massive attention.