ILLIT Wins Third Trophy for 'It's Me' as Music Show Races Heat Up
ILLIT claimed their third win for 'It's Me' on Inkigayo, beating out I.O.I's debut win and aespa's latest release. The competitive week saw multiple groups dominating Korea's music shows.

ILLIT continues their winning streak with a third music show trophy for 'It's Me.' On the June 14 episode of SBS's "Inkigayo," the group secured first place with 5,168 points, edging out strong competition from I.O.I and aespa.
The three finalists represented different career moments: I.O.I claimed their first-ever "Music Core" win with "Suddenly" on June 13, while aespa competed with "LEMONADE" on Inkigayo. Despite the fresh energy from I.O.I's debut track and aespa's new release, ILLIT's consistent performance secured them the trophy.
This marks ILLIT's third consecutive win for "It's Me," demonstrating the track's staying power on Korea's music charts. The title has maintained momentum since its release, resonating with both casual listeners and dedicated fans.
Beyond the winner's circle, the music shows featured impressive performances across the board. SHINee and BABYMONSTER graced Inkigayo's stage, while BOYNEXTDOOR performed on Music Core alongside BABYMONSTER, adding to a packed week of comeback performances.
The competitive landscape reflects the current state of K-pop, with multiple groups releasing new material simultaneously. BOYNEXTDOOR's recent debut album "HOME" showed strong early chart performance, while I.O.I's return marks an exciting moment for the project group. These overlapping comebacks create the kind of healthy competition that keeps Korean music charts engaging and unpredictable.
With ILLIT's third win now secured, attention turns to whether the group can extend their streak further or if competitors will reclaim the top spot in coming weeks. The momentum from I.O.I's debut success and aespa's continued presence suggests the race for music show wins will remain tight.
