Sun Dec 08 09:30:05 UTC 2024: ## K-Pop Anthem Becomes South Korean Protest Song
**SEOUL** – Girls’ Generation’s 2007 debut song, “Into the New World,” has unexpectedly become a rallying cry for protestors in South Korea demanding the resignation of President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial declaration of martial law.
Demonstrations across Seoul, including at the National Assembly and Seoul National University, saw crowds singing the song, its lyrics of hope and perseverance resonating with the current political climate. The song’s message of overcoming obstacles and rejecting despair has struck a chord with protestors fighting for political reform.
This isn’t the first time “Into the New World” has been used in political activism. It previously gained prominence during 2016 protests at Ewha Womans University, where students used the song to oppose a government-sponsored degree program. A viral video from these protests cemented the song’s status as a symbol of resilience.
Girls’ Generation member Yuri expressed her emotional response to seeing the song used in this context, stating it was one of the most fulfilling moments of her career. The song’s resurgence highlights the powerful role music can play in social and political movements.
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