On June 24, Jimin appeared as a guest on MBC FM4U’s radio program Kim Shin-young’s Noon Song of Hope, where she spent time interacting with listeners and discussing her recent activities.

During the broadcast, one listener asked how she felt when AOA’s hit song “Miniskirt” experienced a dramatic resurgence last autumn through a social media challenge, 11 years after its release.

Jimin responded with gratitude, saying that she was thankful people had turned the song into a trend again. She also candidly admitted that the renewed popularity brought in substantial singing royalties.

“I was really grateful that people created a challenge around it. The performance royalties were surprisingly generous,” she said.

She added, “I was so happy. It felt like suddenly receiving a huge allowance.” When host Kim Shin-young jokingly suggested that Jimin’s latest album might not have been possible without the viral Miniskirt Challenge, the singer agreed.

“Of course. This album was made with that money,” Jimin replied, confirming that the unexpected income played a direct role in supporting her recent music activities.

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Her comments highlighted how older songs that experience a second wave of popularity can generate new streams of revenue through royalties and copyrights, creating opportunities for artists to invest in future projects.

“Miniskirt” was already a major success when it was first released in 2014. The song helped AOA secure their first music show win and established the group as one of the leading girl groups of that era.

Beginning last year, the track found a new audience through social media platforms, where the so-called Miniskirt Challenge gained traction. The song’s iconic hip-focused choreography and the viral phrase “My hips just won’t stop moving” spread rapidly through short-form video content, fueling its unexpected revival.

As a result, the 11-year-old hit enjoyed a remarkable second peak in popularity, introducing the song to younger audiences who may not have been familiar with AOA during the group’s original run.

Meanwhile, Jimin continues her solo career and recently released her new single “WYA” on June 10, actively promoting the track while reconnecting with fans through various appearances.

Sources: Nate