It’s a milestone moment. i-dle’s Soyeon has taken home her first-ever music show trophy as a soloist, and it came on the October 1 episode of M Countdown. Fans have been waiting for this one.
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The Face-Off: Soyeon vs. Rosé
The first-place race was a tight two-way contest between BLACKPINK Rosé’s “new trick” and Soyeon’s “I’m gonna TOESA.” In the end, Soyeon won with 7,621 points. It’s a big win for her first full album era, and a reminder of how far her solo career has come. You can read more about her on Wikipedia.
M Countdown October 1: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Winner | Soyeon (i-dle), “I’m gonna TOESA” |
| Winning score | 7,621 points |
| Runner-up nominee | Rosé (BLACKPINK), “new trick” |
| Air date | October 1, 2026 |
| Milestone | Soyeon’s first music show win |
Who Else Took the Stage?
The lineup was packed with variety:
- Veterans and soloists: 2NE1’s Minzy (“Calling”), NCT’s Taeyong (“Wacka Wak”), Woody X Bora (“Period”), Parc Jae Jung (“Epilogue”)
- Boy groups: BOYNEXTDOOR (“ANIMAL”), CRAVITY (“LOUDER”), ONEUS (“Say Yes!”), INI (“You Know What To Do,” Korean version)
- Fresh faces: EVAN (“Twilight”), CLOSE YOUR EYES (“Drop That!”), EASTSHINE (“EOI_KU”), TIOT (“Five Hours in Pieces”)
- More highlights: ALLDAY PROJECT, Bailey (“CAN’T KILL ME”), NiziU (“Sour Grapes”) and Chiikawa the Movie (“The Island Song”)
Why This Win Matters?
Beating a global name like Rosé shows how much support Soyeon has. For longtime fans of her songwriting and producing, the trophy rewards years of work. It also signals that her solo sound is connecting with a wider audience.
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FAQs
Q1. Who won M Countdown on October 1, 2026?
i-dle’s Soyeon won with “I’m gonna TOESA.” She scored 7,621 points.
Q2. Was this Soyeon’s first music show win?
Yes, it was her first music show trophy for this song. Rosé’s “new trick” was the other nominee.
