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[List of New Korean Songs] Latest & Trending K-POP Roundup [May 2026]

We’re featuring a packed selection of brand-new songs from Korea and K-pop!

Even if you usually keep up with the news, isn’t it tough to check every new release?

In this article, we mainly cover the latest tracks while also picking up Japan-related songs by idols and selections across genres.

It’s a list you can use when you want to get a broad view of new K-pop and Korean music.

When you listen to a variety of songs, you often discover, “Oh, this one’s great too!”

I hope readers have those kinds of fun encounters.

K-POP New Song Releases (21–30)

I’m Spring, You Are FlowerNEW!BUMJIN

범진 (BUMJIN) – 나는 봄 너는 꽃 (I’m Spring, You Are Flower) Live Clip
I'm Spring, You Are FlowerNEW!BUMJIN

Let me introduce a gentle pop ballad that feels as comforting as a warm spring breeze.

Bomjin, a Korean male singer-songwriter who combines vocal prowess with deep empathy, has been steadily building his career with the release of his November 2024 album ‘나이테’ and contributions to drama OSTs.

Released in April 2026, this song features a tender, acoustic sound and a soft vocal that truly touches the heart.

Comparing the beloved to a beautiful flower and himself to the warm spring, it portrays profound love and compassion—the desire to quietly stay close and support a cherished person so they can bloom freely.

It’s a perfect listen for moments when you want to take a peaceful breath in your day or when you’re wishing someone happiness.

Try listening under gentle, sunlit warmth.

SSS (She’s Sweet & Sour)NEW!DXMON

DXMON(다이몬) ‘SSS (She’s Sweet & Sour)’ Official MV
SSS (She's Sweet & Sour)NEW!DXMON

DAIMON is a boy group that debuted in 2024 and has drawn attention for their cutting-edge visuals and high-caliber performances.

This is the title track from their digital single “HYPER LINK: Vol.1,” released in April 2026.

It’s a provocative love song that uses the language of taste to depict the feeling of being drawn to someone with sweet-and-sour, contrasting charms.

The fusion of dance-pop and hip-hop comes with an addictive hook that really lingers.

The track also lets you fully savor the members’ diverse vocals.

It’s perfect for when you want to feel the exhilaration of romance and its unpredictable thrills.

A captivating number that showcases the group’s expanding expressive range.

K-POP New Song Releases (31–40)

The Symphony of FxxkboysNEW!Whee In

휘인 (Whee In) – The Symphony of Fxxkboys MV
The Symphony of FxxkboysNEW!Whee In

Whee In, a South Korean singer-songwriter widely known as a member of MAMAMOO, released her single album “adagio” in April 2026.

Its title track is her first fully original English R&B song.

Set to a symphonic, dramatic sound, it powerfully tells the story of breaking off a relationship with a man who relies on surface-level charm and reclaiming oneself.

The song adds sharp emotional expression to her characteristically gentle vocals, signaling a new artistic challenge.

Created in collaboration with an international team of creatives, this cathartic number is perfect for moments when you want to overcome the complex emotions of love or fire yourself up.

Who is sheNEW!KISS OF LIFE

KISS OF LIFE (키스오브라이프) ‘Who is she’ Official Music Video
Who is sheNEW!KISS OF LIFE

A pop number that bursts with powerful energy, proving one’s presence on stage without being bound by others’ gazes.

It’s the title track of the single album released in April 2026 by the skilled girl group KISS OF LIFE.

Since their debut, they’ve achieved remarkable success, including winning first place on music shows in a short time.

The charm lies in a sound that modernizes early-2000s dance-pop, fusing nostalgia and contemporary sensibilities to perfection.

The song carries a theme of charging forward to your own rhythm rather than others’ evaluations, distilling overwhelming charisma into a brief runtime.

It’s the perfect track for those who need a strong push forward when they’re too conscious of others’ eyes to move ahead.

BittersweetBaby DONT Cry

Baby DONT Cry – ‘Bittersweet’ MV
BittersweetBaby DONT Cry

Baby DONT Cry, P NATION’s first girl group led by PSY.

The group name reflects a concept of cute on the outside and strong on the inside.

This is the title track of their 1st mini album, “AFTER CRY.” Within its bright, breezy sound, it weaves in the mixed feelings of sweetness and bittersweetness that arise when looking back on the past, expressing memories of youth, the pain of loss, and the sense of moving forward by drawing strength from them.

Crafted by a powerhouse team—lyricist Kim Eana, one of Korea’s finest, and producer Ryan Jhun, known for hits including those for IVE—the song is a highly polished pop-dance track.

It’s also compelling as a self-reflective piece that overlaps with the members’ own experiences, such as the hardships of their trainee days and the loneliness of living abroad.

It’s a song we hope everyone who is overcoming past experiences to live in the present will listen to.

What’s a girl to doNEW!DAYOUNG

DAYOUNG (다영) “What’s a girl to do” Official MV
What's a girl to doNEW!DAYOUNG

Dayoung is a longtime member of the girl group WJSN and is also active as a solo artist.

Her second digital single, “What’s a Girl to Do,” was released in April 2026.

It’s a love song that captures the excitement and confusion of the moment a romance begins, portraying an authentic, down-to-earth heart that sometimes leads to comically awkward actions.

The R&B-leaning groove and catchy melody feel pleasant, and her rich vocals bounce lightly throughout.

She participated in writing and composing every track, further deepening her personal expression—a notable point.

It’s a song that gently stays by the side of anyone experiencing the thrills and dilemmas of love.

we don’t go to bed tonightNEW!YOUNG POSSE

영파씨 (YOUNG POSSE) ‘we don’t go to bed tonight’ MV
we don't go to bed tonightNEW!YOUNG POSSE

Young Passy’s new April 2026 track “we don’t go to bed tonight.” A digital tune overflowing with nocturnal urban vibes that fuses hip-hop and digicore.

Debuting in 2023, the group breaks new ground with a hyperpop-leaning sound that makes full use of Auto-Tune.

All members contributed to the lyrics, packing in the explosive street energy and youthful spirit of “we’re not sleeping tonight—we’re going all out.” That same month, it was released as a five-track single alongside derivative tracks that spotlight elements like drums and bass.

A super high-energy number that’s perfect for when you want to dance till morning!