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-inspired world is adorable too! IU’s exceptionally wonderful masterpieces and recommended tracks (31–40)
Midnight Walk (밤 산책)IU
This song is striking for its depiction of deep nocturnal scenery and delicate emotional nuance.
The voice of popular singer-songwriter IU resonates as if seeping into the stillness of the night.
Set to a gentle piano melody, it carefully portrays the feeling of walking alone through the late-night streets while immersing oneself in past memories.
Released in March 2025 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “Good Job Today,” it is a heartwarming ballad that accompanies the life story of a girl and a boy set on Jeju Island.
It’s a song I highly recommend for sleepless nights or quiet moments when you’re thinking of someone dear—it will rest gently against your heart.
Graduation Day (졸업하는 날 / The Day of Graduation)IU
Some of you may be about to part ways with friends because of graduation, or may have already done so.
In that case, I’d like to introduce “Graduation Day (졸업하는 날 / 卒業する日).” It’s a song released in 2009 by the singer-songwriter IU.
The lyrics express the sadness of saying goodbye to friends at graduation, the hope of meeting again, and the belief that many good fortunes will come your way in the meantime.
With such an uplifting message, it’s the kind of song that might blow away those feelings of loneliness when you listen to it.
우울시계 (feat.종현 of SHINee)IU
It’s a stylish song sung over bossa nova–style guitar, but the title “A Gloomy Clock” is intriguingly suggestive, isn’t it? Included on singer IU’s 2013 album Modern Times—she’s known in Korea as the “Nation’s Little Sister”—the track 우울시계, also known in Japanese as “憂鬱時計” (Gloomy Clock), was composed by SHINee’s Jonghyun, who sadly passed away in 2017.
With IU’s languid, ennui-tinged vocals, it’s the kind of song you’d want to play on a relaxed afternoon, yet the lyrics are anything but bright—that contrast is part of its appeal.
It’s a masterpiece to listen to when everything feels frustratingly bleak and melancholy.
Last night storyIU
Singer IU, who enjoys overwhelming popularity in Korea to the point of being called the “Nation’s Little Sister,” also thrives as an actress, making the most of her cute looks.
Featured on her 2017 album A Flower Bookmark 2 is Last Night Story, a modern cover of a hit by the Korean male idol group Sobangcha that helped accelerate the rise of Korea’s “newtro” culture.
The snappy guitar and synth tones riding the danceable beat are seriously addictive.
Why not give it a listen alongside her coquettish, captivating vocals?
12월 24일 (D.ear Cover)IU
The original song is by D.ear.
IU’s warm vocal style and the relaxed tempo of the jazz arrangement are distinctive.
On Christmas Eve, the narrator looks back on past Christmases.
Memories and feelings about the lover they were dating at the time come flooding back.
The glow of candles, the lover’s expressions and gestures—all of it remains vivid even now.
Though there were difficult times when they were in love, there’s a gentle resolve to cherish everything, all of it together.
The stylish, pop-inspired world is adorable too! IU’s exceptionally wonderful masterpieces and recommended songs (41–50)
Ending Scene(이런 엔딩)IU
A ballad included on IU’s fourth full-length masterpiece, Palette.
It’s a song that traces the story from the first encounter to the moment of parting, and it seems open to as many interpretations as there are listeners.
It can feel like two people staying close, slowly growing older together before eventually separating, or like a portrayal of the decision to part ways out of consideration for the other person.
It makes you pause and think about your dearest one’s happiness and what kind of ending scene you’d want to face.
Combined with IU’s beautiful, deeply expressive vocals, it’s a real tearjerker.
Friday(금요일에 만나요) (Feat. Jang Yi-jeong(장이정) of HISTORY(히스토리))IU
A song featuring IU and her agency junior, Jeong I-jeong from the group HISTORY.
It’s a very sweet track about a couple trying to decide when to meet—“How about Friday?”—but they can’t wait until the weekend.
The music video is also worth watching, with plenty of lovey-dovey date scenes.