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the big 4
What does the big 4 mean?
An expanded grouping of the major K-pop companies, adding a fourth label such as HYBE or historically Cube to the traditional big 3. Reflects shifting industry power.
"With HYBE's rise, people now talk about the big 4."
Origin
English 'the big 4', an extension of 'the big 3'.
Frequently asked questions
What is 'the big 4' in K-pop?
It's an expanded grouping of the major K-pop companies, adding a fourth label such as HYBE to the traditional big 3.
How is it different from the big 3?
The big 3 refers to the long-standing top labels, while the big 4 reflects shifting industry power by adding a rising fourth company.
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