K-POP Masterpieces & Best Hits [Latest and Classic Popular Songs + Editor’s Select]
K-pop music is taking over the charts around the world, with new groups and globally popular stars emerging one after another.
What kind of artists or idols do you like?
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of popular K-pop songs that are loved not only in Korea, Japan, and across Asia, but around the world!
From this year’s signature hits to hidden gems!
We hope this helps you discover a new favorite track or find a unique bias to cheer for!
Now, let’s enjoy some wonderful Korean music together♪
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Step BackGOT the beat
GOT the beat is the first theme-based project unit formed from female artists under SM Entertainment.
It’s essentially the female counterpart to SuperM—which made waves as the “Avengers of K-pop”—and this group also sparked huge buzz.
For longtime followers and many K-pop fans, seeing a lineup like this is the kind of dream-team moment that leaves you speechless.
Their debut track “Step Back,” with its extremely assertive lyrics, stirred both praise and criticism—so what was the intention behind it, really…? In any case, the members’ razor-sharp dance performances and vocal work are absolutely outstanding!
I AM THE BEST2NE1
Debuting in 2009 from YG Entertainment as BIGBANG’s junior sister group, they rose to become a truly one-of-a-kind act unmatched by other girl groups.
Though they disbanded in 2016 to much regret, each member has been active in her solo career.
This song was also featured in a Japan-targeted TV commercial for Microsoft’s tablet computer.
Many of you have probably heard its distinctive phrase.
Their live performances, showcasing powerful and stylish women, are a must-see.
LUCIFERSHINee
The K-pop scene sees countless idols debut every year, but SHINee has remained a popular boy group ever since their debut in 2008.
I think their secret to success lies in their futuristic sound that combines sharp, precise choreography with Korean soul music.
Um Oh Ah YehMAMAMOO
A guaranteed mood-lifter: MAMAMOO’s signature early-era medium-tempo pop tune “Um Oh Ah Yeh.” It’s the title track of their 2015 second mini album “Pink Funky,” with Solar, Moonbyul, and Hwasa also contributing to the lyrics.
It’s a uniquely playful, quintessential MAMAMOO song that’s a blast to hear live and shows off their cute charm.
The overflowing excitement of love, combined with MAMAMOO’s power and groove, is electrifying! The music video is a lot of fun, so be sure to enjoy it along with the song.
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봄여름가을겨울BIGBANG
BIGBANG is a male artist group active since the 2000s.
They are a global music group recognized not only across Asia but also in Europe and the United States.
Their track “Still Life” was released in 2022.
It’s a grand rock ballad that embraces a wide range of emotions.
The lyrics, which reflect on life, pair beautifully with the warm, band-driven sound.
Their pure, soulful vocals are sure to be soothing.
Give this moving song a listen and experience the unique charm each member brings.
WHERE YOU ATNU’EST W
WHERE YOU AT is a breakup song released in 2017 by NU’EST W, a unit of the boy group NU’EST.
It’s a track that symbolizes their success: it gave them their first No.
1 on the charts, and they also won Discovery of the Year at the Mnet Asian Music Awards that same year.
Rather than focusing on the pain itself, the lyrics convey a heartbreaking sense of wandering endlessly, unable to accept reality.
The soaring high notes bursting with emotion are striking as well.
Even so, the song overflows with their chic, mature charm.
Baby Don’t CryEXO
A track from the 2013 album XOXO.
XOXO was created as a follow-up album to the debut song, Mama.
It has a Korean version, Kiss, and a Chinese version, Hug.
The song is based on the fairy tale The Little Mermaid and sings about the sad ending she meets.
In the story, she becomes a human girl and falls in love with a prince, but the ending is very painful and frightening.
