K-POP New Song Releases [January 2025]

I’mma BeXLOV

XLOV 엑스러브 ‘I’mma Be’ MV

The debut song of the four-member boy group XLOV, who made their debut in January 2025.

It blends hip-hop and R&B, leaving a strong impression with its mystical atmosphere and groovy rhythm.

The lyrics by leader Umti convey themes of unfinished love and freedom of self-expression.

It’s a track that fully showcases their gender-fluid appeal.

The chorus features a title-related phrase that really sticks in your head.

You can feel a strong will to face hardships, making it a song that will encourage those who want to stay true to themselves.

Sweet LikeYUGYEOM (GOT7)

유겸 (YUGYEOM) – ‘Sweet Like’ Official Music Video [ENG]

An R&B pop number that paints a luscious experience.

Yugyeom’s captivating vocals ride an amapiano-style bassline and house rhythm, creating a dreamy atmosphere.

Yugyeom is also active as a member of GOT7.

Released in December 2024, this track is his sixth digital single.

It also drew attention for featuring SEVENTEEN’s Vernon as a lyricist.

Yugyeom gave the song its first live performance at the Tokyo show of his solo tour “TRUSTY,” held from October to December 2024.

Perfect for when you want to savor sweet feelings of love and a blissful, dreamlike mood.

Doctor! Doctor!ZEROBASEONE

ZEROBASEONE (제로베이스원) ‘Doctor! Doctor!’ MV

ZEROBASEONE’s new song expresses the ache of love as an illness.

Built on an R&B ballad foundation with striking electronic elements, it features lyrics that liken the pain of romance to a “fever.” The cover art—created in collaboration with renowned horror manga artist Junji Ito—has also become a hot topic.

This work signals a new challenge for the group.

It’s a pre-release track unveiled ahead of their 5th mini album, slated for February 2025.

Perfect for those who love a sentimental vibe—an ideal companion for nights spent wrestling with love.

NOW OR NEVERZEROBASEONE

ZEROBASEONE (제로베이스원) ‘NOW OR NEVER’ MV

An inspiring song by ZEROBASEONE, a group formed through a Korean audition program.

It’s the title track from their first Japanese EP, characterized by a fusion of drum’n’bass and rock.

The lyrics, which express feelings of facing each other even when apart, are deeply moving.

Released in January 2025, the EP also includes other tracks such as the opening theme for the anime Pokémon.

In the music video, the members appear in college-style outfits, with refreshing scenes on a rooftop and in a ballpark leaving a strong impression.

It’s a recommended song for those in a long-distance relationship or anyone who wants to feel a strong bond with someone special.

CrybabyZia

[MV] Zia(지아) _ Crybaby(울보라 그래)

The song released by solo singer Jia in November 2024 is a ballad that delicately portrays the pain of heartbreak and self-loathing.

Blending piano melodies with orchestration, it highlights Jia’s rich, resonant vocals.

It captures the protagonist’s shifting emotions and loneliness as they self-mockingly call themselves a “crybaby,” leaving a powerful impression on listeners.

With deeply introspective lyrics and a sophisticated arrangement, this track is perfect for anyone who’s experienced heartbreak or is seeking a song that truly moves the heart.