K-POP New Releases [May 2025]

When the Day ComesTOMORROW X TOGETHER

[언젠가는 슬기로울 전공의생활 OST Part 9] 투모로우바이투게더 (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) – 그날이 오면 (When the Day Comes) MV

A delicate song woven with the warm resonance of acoustic guitar, brimming with the bittersweetness and hope of youth.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER joins the OST for tvN’s drama “Someday, a Wise Resident Life.” Members Soobin and Yeonjun make cameo appearances in the series, adding sparkle to the much-talked-about scene where they perform as the fictional idol group “HI-BOYZ.” Since its release in May 2025, the song’s candid portrayal of pure young love and the members’ refreshing vocals have continued to captivate both drama fans and K-pop listeners.

A gem of a track, highly recommended for anyone seeking a fresh, pure love song.

Hello Tomorrow (안녕 내일)The Wind

더윈드 (The Wind) ‘안녕 내일’ M/V

The Wind, a rising young boy group, has released a refreshingly cool digital single.

It’s a standout track featuring their signature breezy vocals and catchy pop melody.

Members Kim Hee Soo and Choi Han Bin took part in writing the lyrics, powerfully singing about hope for the future.

Released to mark the group’s second debut anniversary, this is their third digital single—an ambitious effort that hints at even greater strides ahead.

Brimming with youth and freshness, its uplifting message will gently encourage anyone about to take on something new.

PurrfectVVS

VVS 븨븨에스 ‘Purrfect’ MV

An intense hybrid track that fuses synthesizers with club beats.

Crafted by the girl group VVS and co-composed with American rapper Ray Banks, it’s a standout number slated for release in May 2025.

The song is included on their May 2025 mini-album, “D.I.M.M.” Notably, it features a bold experiment sampling the soundtrack from Japan’s popular fighting game Street Fighter.

The sonic world it opens up will appeal not only to hip-hop fans but also to lovers of game music.

Keep an eye on their powerhouse vocals and performance—showcased in their debut track “TEA”—which continue to impress.

The Look In Your EyesWONHEE

The Look In Your Eyes

Wonhee skillfully navigates clear, bright highs and gentle lows.

She debuted in March 2024 as a member of the girl group ILLIT, and with this song she also makes her first attempt at a drama OST for “Spring of the Four Seasons: Our Season of Love.” Warm strings layer over a calm piano melody as her translucent voice weaves the story.

Carefully expressing the feeling of gazing at one’s love reflected in their eyes, this piece pairs beautifully with the drama’s moving scenes.

Wrapped in a spring-breeze softness, it’s a lovely ballad that tenderly embraces the ache of unrequited love.

TWISTED PARADISEYUTA

YUTA Yuta 'TWISTED PARADISE' MV

Yuta, a Japanese-born member of NCT—one of Asia’s leading idol groups—who is active in South Korea, is releasing his first solo single in May 2025.

It features a unique sound infused with glam rock and his powerful vocals.

Led by a title track with a dark atmosphere, the single also includes a pop-punk song and two live recordings.

Showcasing his strong vocal ability and performance skills, the release is characterized by driving beats and energetic development.

It’s a must-hear not only for fans of intense music, but also for listeners beyond the NCT fandom.

1-4-3Yerin Baek

백예린(Yerin Baek) ‘1-4-3’ Live Video

Korean singer-songwriter Baek Yerin, known for her gentle sensibility and distinctive musicality, will release a single in May 2025 on her own label, Blue Vinyl.

Co-produced with PEEJAY and written entirely in English, the track blends warm lo-fi textures with live instrumentation for a soothing feel that highlights her delicate vocals.

Centered on love for a partner who nurtures her self-worth, the song is woven with poetic expression.

It’s a piece that fully showcases the charm of an artist who dominated Korean music charts with the album “Every letter I sent you.” and won Best Pop Album at the Korean Music Awards in 2020.

A tender, comforting song perfect for moments when you want to savor the small happinesses of everyday life.

Echoablume

ablume(어블룸) ‘Echo’ Official MV

Ablume is a three-member girls’ group taking a bold new step forward.

This release marks their restart under their new agency, Massive E&C, and features a song that symbolizes the journey of growth and blossoming.

Sena, Sio, and Aran—formerly members of FIFTY FIFTY—carefully weave emotions grounded in their own experiences.

Their debut single album, set for May 2025, includes three tracks in total, featuring this song as well as the ballad “Never Far Away,” which conveys a quiet strength.

It’s a record that captures their determination to explore a new musical path, carrying hope found beyond hardship.