K-pop and Korean love songs: Love songs that really capture the Korean view of romance

Nice to meet you.TWS

TWS (Tours) 'Nice to meet you' Official MV

It’s a bright, poppy track included on boy group TWS’s Japanese debut single, “Hajimemashite.” Right after its release in July 2025, it shot to No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Rankings and quickly became a hot topic.

True to their “Boyhood Pop” concept, the song captures the excitement of that first meeting—perfect for a page out of youth.

The ticking clock and rewind-like sounds express a heart pounding so hard you wish time would stop.

The coupling track also includes the opening theme for the anime “A Bouquet for the Ugly.” It’s great for the start of a new romance or for embracing the anticipation of a fresh chapter in life.

Why not spend some time with this song, cherishing those fleeting, innocent feelings you can only experience right now?

SugarYENA

YENA(최예나) – ‘설탕’ Stage Video

A pop tune that captures the flutter of sweet romance.

It’s one of the songs that brightens Yena’s solo work, included on her single album “NEMONEMO,” released in September 2024.

The lyrics, which compare feelings of love to “sugar,” are especially memorable.

They portray how your heart is stirred by the other person’s casual words and actions—something many listeners will relate to.

With its brisk rhythm and Yena’s bright vocals, it’s a track that lifts your spirits just by listening.

Also great as background music!

Small girl feat. 도경수 (D.O.)Lee Young Ji

[MV] 이영지 – Small girl feat. 도경수 (D.O.)

A track packed with the charm of rapper Lee Young-ji, who’s gaining attention on the Korean music scene.

Her collaboration with EXO’s D.O.

turned this into a hot topic.

It’s a popular song from her first mini-album, “16FANTASY,” released in June 2024, featuring a sweet blend of hip-hop and R&B.

With themes of growth and self-discovery, the lyrics—told from a young woman’s perspective—really resonate.

Lee Young-ji’s powerful rap and D.O.’s smooth vocals harmonize beautifully, conveying the feelings of a girl in love.

It’s a recommended listen not only for those in a relationship, but also for anyone in the midst of finding themselves.

기억해줘요 내 모든 날과 그때를 (Remember me)거미 (Gummy)

거미 (Gummy) – 기억해줘요 내 모든 날과 그때를 | 가사 | 호텔델루나 OST (Hotel DelLuna OST)

The OST from the Korean drama Hotel Del Luna that’s been the talk of the town.

It’s a classic Korean heart‑wrenching breakup song that squeezes your chest.

The lovers are right in the middle of a breakup conversation, and the man seems eager to distance himself from the woman.

Deep down, the woman still loves him and is desperately hiding those feelings.

There’s nothing more painful than loving someone and not being rewarded for it, right? I want people who had to walk away from someone they still loved to listen to this.

It will soothe your heart.

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for lovers who hesitate(주저하는 연인들을 위해)잔나비（JANNABI）

[MV] JANNABI(잔나비) _ for lovers who hesitate(주저하는 연인들을 위해)

Although they debuted in 2014, Jannabi’s musical style and presence can make you do a double take and think, “Weren’t they a band from the ’70s or ’80s?” Their retro-modern sound with a Group Sounds vibe rivals idols at the top of the charts.

The two people in this song are already finished as a couple, but it feels like a moment when they’ve accepted that reality and found some calm.

Maybe they even sometimes wish for a day when they could start over somewhere down the line.

By the way, the music video—fully committed to retro fashion and full of visual highlights—is definitely worth a watch!

You (=I)BOL4

You (=I)

A mellow, wistful R&B-tinged track whose sweet, bittersweet emotions quietly resonate in the heart.

It’s a song included on BOL4’s 2016 album “RED PLANET.” While it adorably portrays the wavering feelings of a woman in love, an emotional mood also seeps through, making it perfect for times when you’re troubled by love or want to relax and unwind.

The acoustic sound and light, breezy melody create a soundscape that’s also great for nighttime drives or quiet moments.

BEEPizna

izna ‘BEEP’ MV

A track released in June 2025 by izna, the group born from the survival show I-LAND2.

Comparing the thrill of a budding romance to an “emergency alarm” is such a unique and delightful idea.

It’s dance-pop with crisp, refreshing synths and a bouncy rhythm, packed with a lively, high-teen vibe.

They’ve had incredible momentum since debut, even taking first place on music shows.

This song perfectly captures that exciting feeling when love is just beginning.

The harmony between izna’s cute charm and the happy sound is wonderful!