10 Most Underrated (Mainstream) Artists

Remember folks, this is in MY opinion.  Due to the fact that I can't really say who is more underrated than who on this list, the numbers are irrelevant, it's just to say there are 10 artists on the list.

1. Zico (Block B)

First person that comes to my mind as underrated is the "almost maknae" 19 year old swag king and leader of Block B. He is the younger brother of Taewoon  from Co-Ed School.  Formally an underground rapper and currently the leader and producer for a k-pop idol group, this young man has proven that he has incomparable talent.   His group isn't spectacularly popular, either, which is a bit disappointing seeing that they have better songs than quite a few of the more popular groups.

2. Daesung (Big Bang)

The second person that I think about when I hear the word underrated, is my honey bunny, Daesung.  The young star definitely has one of the richest, most powerful voices in the industry.  Not only that, but he also knows how to use it.  He is a member of super popular boyband, Big Bang, which may be the reason why he's so underrated.  Honestly, I feel as if he should be given more lines, or even a solo album.  I love Taeyang, but the dude sings the majority of the singing lines in most of the songs...Dae can definitely afford to get more shine time.  

3. Sungmin (Super Junior)

The talented Lee Sungmin is definetely an underrated celebrity.  He's an excellent actor, singer, dancer and can play several different instruments.  He should be well respected when it comes to him being an entertainer.  However, all of these qualities get overshadowed by the talents of his group mates in Super Junior.  With the more powerful voices of Yesung, Ryeowook and Kyuhyun in the same group, he doesn't get much shine in that department.  Dancing alongside Eunhyuk and Donghae can also prove to be a bit futile if looking to be recognized as a dancer (which he's not, but still...).  The acting department is completely dominated by Heechul, Siwon and Donghae, who have starred in numerous dramas.  And playing instruments is cool, only if you're in a dance group, it doesn't really fit in.

4. Seungho (MBLAQ)

Yang Seungho also falls on this list.  Why?  I bet you didn't know that he's the main vocalist for MBLAQ.  If you did, then you must be a fan (like myself).  He has a husky voice that almost sounds auto-toned even when it isn't, yet he still only sings approximately eight lines in the title tracks.  And those eight lines are really just two lines that get repeated four different times in the song.  Seungho can also play the piano and he's an excellent dancer.  

5. Dalmatian

Yes, a whole group made it onto the list.  Actually, there are quite a few groups that can make it here, but let's not get into that.  Dalmatian is an "idol" group.  However, they don't receive half the attention that they deserve.  Every song on their only mini album is exceptionally composed and recorded.  The boys had some of the most enjoyable and professional performances I've ever watched from a rookie group.  Yet, their popularity is almost non-existent. I'm not quite sure why since they have great music, fun MV's and performances and good looks.

6. SoYou (SISTAR)

Yes, she is underrated.  She's a member of girl group, SISTAR.  The fact that I didn't know this, even though I listen to the group's music and watch all their videos, proves it.  She has a decent voice (once again better than some of the more popular celebrities), but she get's overshadowed by the other members of her group.  

7. HITT

Rookie group HITT, I feel can be included on this list.  They debuted the same year as groups Block B and B1A4.  Thing is, their debut song wasn't all fresh and fun and bouncy as just about every other rookie group last year.  Instead, they debuted with a sad pop song. The rapping is on point, as are the vocals. Personally, I only had to listen to it once to fall in love with it, but even after attaining the digital single, I put it aside to listen to more catchy songs like "Beautiful Target" and "Boyfriend".   So yeah, I kind of helped to make this group underrated.

8. 4Men

This group has been around for quite some time, and their name is not a misnomer (lol unlike Se7en and 8eight).  There were originally four members, but now, there are three.  Anywho, this group contains three of the best vocalists I have ever heard...full stop.  They're a ballad group who's music reaches deep to the core of anyone who will take the time to listen to their songs.  However, not many people do because they're not "idols".

9.  JunHo

Yes, I am speaking of no other than Rain's long lost son (I'm joking if you didn't know), Lee Junho from 2PM.  The dude is hot: he's good looking, can sing, dance and rap.  Yet he is never truly acknowledged for his talent, skill and hard work.  Once again, he's overshadowed by a stronger vocalist (Junsu), a taller rapper (Taecyeon) and a more adorable dancer (Wooyoung).  

10.  Brown Eyed Girls

Definitely one of the most underrated girl groups there are is the Brown Eyed Girls.  Their rapper Miryo is just....words cannot express.  She is one of the best female rappers in the industry.  And Narsha as well as Jea both have amazing voices.  The maknae, who just happens to be popular due to her time on "We Got Married" with 2AM leader Jo Kwon, can belt notes like Mariah Carey, and has just as much sex appeal.  Their song, Abracadabra, was viral and kpop fans everywhere stop what they're doing and dance whenever they hear the beat (once again this can be credited to Jo Kwon).  Yet, these girls don't get half as much shine time as lesser groups.  

There are many more artists that are extremely underrated, but really, I don't want to drone on and on and on.  So we'll end it here for now.  But, I have one request.  Let's all try to appreciate the music for what it is, not for who sings it.  And let's give praise where it is due.  Not just the popular and goodlooking artists should be recognized for their hard work.  It's usually the ones behind the scenes, the ones that we overlook, who have the true talent and who work the hardest.