Girl groups are stepping up their game this year, and they’re ready to let their voices be heard all over the world.
Whether you discovered girl groups through Korean pop (K-pop), Pinoy pop (P-pop), or Western pop, it’s no surprise that they’ve been thriving in the global music scene for years thanks to their cultural influences, star power, and sheer talent.
Photo: XG, KATSEYE, Say Now/X
We can’t have a conversation about successful girl groups without mentioning KATSEYE, one of this year’s most popular and in-demand musical acts. The six-member global girl group, which hails from different countries in Asia, Europe, the U.S., and South America, has made headlines with its hit songs, such as “Touch,” “Gnarly,” and “Gabriela.”
KATSEYE’s impact on pop music today has sparked conversations about many other international girl groups and their growing discographies. As we come across these new names on social media and make room for their songs on our playlists, it’s as if we’re living in the eras of the Spice Girls, Destiny’s Child, Little Mix, and Fifth Harmony all over again.
If you’re an EYEKON looking for more international girl groups to stan, these names should be on your radar:
XG
If you put together seven multi-talented performers with killer fashion sense, you get XG, a trend-setting Japanese girl group with music that’s worthy of global recognition. They aren’t afraid to push the envelope of their work, and their songs get that point across unapologetically.
Daring, experimental, and ground-breaking are only a few words that describe XG’s boundless artistry. The group’s songs blend pop, hip-hop, R&B, house, and EDM, and the girls pair them with sharp, eye-catching choreography, hard-hitting rap verses, and extravagant outfits.
If you want to stan XG, you can start with these songs:
- “Gala”
- “Left Right”
- “Shooting Star”
- “Woke Up”
- “Is This Love”
Say Now
Say Now is having its breakthrough moment on social media with “Supermarket,” the group’s latest single. The British trio from London consists of Amelia Onuorah, Madeleine Haynes, and Filipina member Ysabelle Angeli. These girls have incorporated multiple pop and R&B influences into their diverse discography, which is highly reminiscent of the Spice Girls and The Pussycat Dolls.
Besides their viral song, Say Now has been gaining prominence worldwide as the opening act for former Little Mix member Jade Thirlwall throughout her world tour.
If you want to stan Say Now, you can start with these songs:
- “Brick By Brick”
- “Can’t Keep a Beat”
- “Don’t Text, Don’t Call”
GIRLSET
JYP Entertainment’s up-and-coming global girl group, GIRLSET (formerly known as VCHA), entered the music scene this year with confidence and charisma that shone through their debut single, “Commas.” This November, Lexi, Kendall, Savanna, and Camila are gearing up for their comeback song, “Little Miss.”
On Halloween, GIRLSET dressed up as Bratz dolls and performed a special cover of “Gimme More” by Britney Spears. The group’s stylish looks and total “diva energy” make them performers to watch.
No Na
If you’re familiar with the term “Southeast Asian pop (SEA pop),” maybe from online stan communities or pop culture articles, then you’ve probably already heard of No Na.
The four-member Indonesian girl group signed with major music label 88Rising, which has worked closely with Niki, Jackson Wang, Joji, and Bibi. No Na made waves internationally in May this year with their viral single, “Shoot.” Since then, the girls have gone on to explore various genres, perform at multiple music festivals, and find their signature sound.
If you want to stan Say Now, you can start with these songs:
- “Sad Face”
- “Superstitious”
- “Falling In Love”
F5ve
F5ve is earning its stripes as a Japanese girl group on the rise, not just for its catchy, trendy music, but also for the members’ “chronically online” humor. Their playfulness and wit are evident in how they promote their music and interact with fans on social media.
On November 14, 2025, F5ve will release a comeback album that includes three new singles and “Sugar Free Venom,” the group’s collaboration with Kesha.
If you want to stan F5ve in time for their comeback, you can start with these songs:
- “Underground”
- “Magic Clock”
- “UFO”
ALSO READ: These 6 New P-pop Girl Groups Are on Our Radars This Year—Here’s Why
Who are your favorite international girl groups? Share your picks with us in the comments below!
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