G-Dragon capped off the year in dominant fashion, sweeping three of the four grand prizes at the Melon Music Awards 2025. The night’s remaining Daesang went to Jennie, rounding out a star-powered ceremony.
Held on the 20th at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, MMA 2025 honored music released between October 31st, 2024, and November 19th, 2025, with KakaoBank returning as title sponsor for the fourth consecutive year.
Jennie kicked off the Daesang announcements by winning Record of the Year. “This year meant so much to me,” she said, referencing the release of her first album. She added, “I’ll keep making great music,” before sharing a heartfelt note: “I really miss my members. Being alone feels lonely.”
G-Dragon claimed Album of the Year for Übermensch, describing it as a personal mantra about transcending oneself. He thanked his fans, VIP, and added simply, “I miss the BigBang members.”
He went on to win Artist of the Year and Best Song of the Year for “Home Sweet Home” with Taeyang and Daesung, finishing the night with seven trophies total—including Best Male Solo and Best Songwriter—cementing his status as MMA 2025’s clear standout.
Meanwhile, EXO ignited the arena with a high-energy performance ahead of their long-awaited comeback, unveiling a stage for their new track “Back It Up” and sending anticipation soaring.
Below is the full list of winners.
Grand Prizes (Daesang)
Album of the Year: G-Dragon – Übermensch
Artist of the Year: G-Dragon
Best Song of the Year: G-Dragon – “Home Sweet Home”
Record of the Year: Jennie
Rookie of the Year
ALLDAY PROJECT, Hearts2Hearts
Top 10 Artists
G-Dragon, IVE, aespa, PLAVE, BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE, NCT WISH, Jennie, Lim Young Woong, Rosé
Best Solo
Female: Rosé
Male: G-Dragon
Best Group
Female: IVE
Male: BOYNEXTDOOR
Additional Highlights
Best Songwriter: G-Dragon
Best Producer: Zico
Stage of the Year: aespa
Best OST: “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters
Best Pop Artist: Ed Sheeran
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