K-POP New Song Release [December 2025]

It’s That Time of YearCHUNGHA

CHUNG HA 청하 | ‘It’s That Time of Year’ Special Clip Video

Charismatic solo artist Chungha has released a holiday-themed four-track special single, “Christmas Promises: Again,” in December 2025.

One of the included tracks, “It’s That Time of Year,” is a pop-tinged song that captures the exhilaration of the year’s end, the joy of reuniting with loved ones, and the warmth of cherished memories.

Sprinkled with sleigh bells and soothing guitar strums, it radiates a sparkle reminiscent of city holiday lights.

Although she’s known for dance-pop, this release softens the sharp edge of the beats to balance festivity with intimacy.

With lyrics in English, it’s a holiday song that can be enjoyed across borders.

Perfect as background music for Christmas parties or a companion for winter drives—highly recommended for anyone looking to brighten those special year-end moments.

Love Virus (Feat. I.M)Heize

헤이즈(Heize) – ‘Love Virus (Feat. I.M)’ MV

A powerhouse singer-songwriter who moves effortlessly between R&B and hip-hop, Heize released this track in November 2025.

It’s the title song of her 10th mini-album, “LOVE VIRUS Pt.1.” A breakup ballad that likens the pain love leaves behind and the memories that won’t fade to a “virus,” it conveys the feeling that the wounds multiply as time goes by.

Featuring I.M of MONSTA X, the interplay of their voices leaves an ineffable afterglow.

Here, Heize’s sorrow-tinged vocals and I.M’s hard-edged nuance strike a striking contrast, wrapping a tangle of lingering attachment and resignation in supple R&B sonics.

It’s a song that quietly keeps you company on winter nights spent alone, or when you want to face the memory of a love you can’t forget.

PUSH BACKIDID

IDID 아이딧 ‘PUSH BACK’ MV

After drawing attention through the survival show “Debut’s Plan,” the boy group IDID made their debut in September 2025.

Pronounced “I did,” the group’s name is derived from “I did it,” symbolizing achievement.

Centered on refined hip-hop, they champion a concept called “#ClassicHip,” which intersects youthful emotion with a sense of freedom.

Just two months after debuting, they released this track in November 2025.

Built around a snappy guitar riff and minimalist bass, the sweet vocals and bold rap create a balance of tension and ease.

The lyrics portray a determination to move at one’s own rhythm without being bound by values imposed by others, conveying both rookie momentum and steely resolve.

In the music video, controlled interior spaces collide with open outdoor scenes, with a visual language evocative of 90s hip-hop.

It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking unbounded, genre-defying expression.

NOT CUTE ANYMOREILLIT

ILLIT (아일릿) ‘NOT CUTE ANYMORE’ Official MV

ILLIT delivered a declaration that “cute isn’t the end of the story,” set to a breezy, reggae-tinged pop groove.

Debuting in 2024, the girl group made a dazzling start, racking up 12 music show wins with their title track “Magnetic.” Comprising Korean and Japanese members, they are signed to HYBE’s BELIFT LAB.

This track is the lead song from their first single album, released in November 2025, and under the concept “CUTE IS DEAD,” it sings of breaking free from a fixed image.

The springy rhythm and cool, nonchalant mood leave a strong impression, while the fleeting glimmers of delicacy create a superb contrast.

In December 2025, they clinched wins on KBS’s Music Bank and Show Champion.

It’s a song we highly recommend to anyone searching for their own sense of self.

SUGARJUNGWOO

JUNGWOO 정우 ‘SUGAR’ MV

Jungwoo, who has been active as a member of the boy group NCT, released his solo debut single in November 2025.

Within the group, he has also performed in sub-units like NCT 127 and NCT DoJaeJung, enriching songs with his gentle vocals and delicate nuance.

This release is a groovy pop tune that fuses swing-tinged drums with a catchy melody.

The arrangement gradually builds in thickness from the intro, naturally drawing out the listener’s sense of excitement.

The lyrics express gratitude for the time spent together so far, along with a wish that even the hours spent apart might feel sweet.

Delivered to fans just before his enlistment, the song carries a warmth that feels like both a greeting and a promise.

It’s a track you’ll want to play when you want to savor the bonds you share with someone important.