The stylish, pop-inspired vibe is adorable too! IU’s exceptionally wonderful masterpieces and recommended songs.
IU, loved by people of all ages as the Nation’s Little Sister.
Her stage name carries the meaning “I and You become one through music,” which perfectly embodies the charm of IU’s music.
Rising purely on talent, her assured vocal ability, rich expressiveness, and an overall chic, pop sensibility are all part of her appeal.
Here, we’ll cover everything from IU’s massive, staple hits to songs that may be featured less often.
Find the masterpiece that resonates with your heart!
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The stylish, pop world is adorable too! IU’s absolutely wonderful masterpieces and recommended songs (21–30)
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IU is a female artist loved by many for her cute looks and overwhelming vocal ability.
“The Room Where I’m Alone,” sung by IU, is a healing song I recommend listening to whenever you feel you need comfort.
Why not take this opportunity to give it a listen?
eight (Prod.&Feat. SUGA of BTS)IU
A track by IU, a nationally beloved artist who enjoys overwhelming popularity in Korea, in collaboration with BTS’s Suga.
It became a hit that could arguably be called her most-listened-to song of 2020.
Beyond the inherent appeal of the collaboration itself, it also drew attention for possibly containing messages to the late Jonghyun and Sulli.
With IU’s gentle vocals and Suga’s confronting rap, the wishes in this song resonate deeply; the lyricism is truly beautiful.
As precious days vividly come back to life, the song prompts reflection on the sanctity of life and the power of hope.
The stylish, pop-inspired world is adorable too! IU’s exceptionally wonderful masterpieces and recommended tracks (31–40)
Never Ending StoryIU
IU’s new release.
This is a remake of a comeback song by a band originally released in 2002.
You can feel a different kind of delicacy compared to the original.
Released in May 2025, it drew strong responses in her home country as the title track of the remake album “A Flower Bookmark 3.” A beautiful ballad featuring piano and strings that sings of eternal love.
IU’s lyrical voice delivers a resonant, heartfelt vocal performance.
The music video is also a must-see, with stunning visuals that pay homage to the film “Christmas in August.”
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Lee Ji-eun, who performs under the name IU, is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress active since 2008.
This track was released in 2015 and reached No.
1 on the Korean charts.
It was used in the 2015 South Korean television drama The Producers.
A Gloomy Clock (feat.Jong-hyun of SHINee)IU
This song distills the delicate feelings of IU, a beloved national singer of South Korea.
SHINee’s Jonghyun joins as a featuring artist, and their gentle voices intertwine.
Included on the album Modern Times, released in October 2013, the track’s laid-back, wistful acoustic pop melody sinks into the heart.
It gently embraces the emptiness of everyday life and the conflicts within, offering a warmth like a conversation with a close friend.
It’s the perfect song for late-night solitary melancholy, or whenever you want to lean into your feelings through music.
Good Day (좋은 날)IU
IU, known for her emotionally rich vocals, delivers a masterpiece of unrequited love in her signature song “Good Day.” Beneath its bright melody, the lyrics brim with the inner conflict of a heart in love.
The soaring high notes in the chorus, in particular, grip listeners and have the power to transform the atmosphere in an instant.
The lyrics, which vividly reflect Korean perspectives on romance, resonate with many listeners regardless of gender.
Singing of the bittersweetness of one-sided love, “Good Day” can be seen as a song that symbolizes the wide spectrum of romantic themes depicted in K-pop.
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Among IU’s many hit songs, this one stands out as especially wonderful.
IU herself wrote the lyrics and composed the music, packing the moments of her 25-year-old self tightly into it.
The track also boasts a luxurious feature from BIGBANG’s G-DRAGON.
IU’s soothing vocals and G-DRAGON’s warm, effortlessly relaxed voice blend gently together.
Japanese DJ tofubeats, active across various scenes, also selected it as one of his Top 5 songs of the first half of 2017 on the music program “Kanjam.”