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

Ferris wheelNEW!ONEWE

ONEWE(원위) ‘관람차 (Ferris wheel)’ MV

ONEWE is a five-member boy band under RBW—pronounced “Onewe.” They’re known as a skilled band with all members involved in songwriting and production.

Their new track is the pre-release digital single “Ferris wheel,” unveiled in January 2026.

Featuring a warm band sound that melts away the winter chill, it uses a ferris wheel as a motif to tell a poignant story of facing first love as time circles around.

The production was led by bassist Giuk.

With its seasonal, heartfelt melody, it’s a song that heightens anticipation for the album “STUDIO WE: Recording #4.” It’s pop-rock that balances brightness and lingering afterglow—perfect for winter walks or moments spent thinking of someone special.

Hello MellowNEW!NCT WISH

NCT WISH 엔시티 위시 ‘Hello Mellow’ MV

A boy group jointly produced by SM Entertainment and Avex, NCT WISH.

Based in Japan, their mini-album WISHLIST includes this track—an emotional pop number where the sparkle and bittersweetness of youth intersect.

Timed with its January 2026 release, it also drew attention for being performed on TBS’s CDTV Live! Live! New Year’s special.

Blending a mellow atmosphere with a palpable sense of energy, it overflows with a warm message to cherish the present moment.

The choreography by s**t kingz and the school-set visuals are also captivating.

Give it a listen when your heart feels a little tired or when you want a boost of positivity!

Running to FutureNEW!ZEROBASEONE

ZEROBASEONE (제로베이스원) ‘Running to Future’ MV

A medium-tempo pop ballad by ZB1, where warm melodies and overlapping vocals gently embrace the heart.

Released in advance in January 2026 as the key to opening the story of the album “RE-FLOW,” which arrives in February 2026.

While affirming the past, it portrays their strong determination to keep running toward the promised place in the future.

The music video, crafted as a collage of past activity footage, traces the group’s journey and is truly moving.

Rather than treating parting as an endpoint, the song carries a positive message of aiming for reunion.

The emotional sound produced by HUMBLER and others will surely give you a push when you want to take a new step or need courage!

Killer JoyNEW!CNBLUE

CNBLUE (씨엔블루) ‘Killer Joy’ MV

A band that honed their live performance chops on Japan’s indie scene, CNBLUE deliver a high-octane number bursting with momentum.

Released as the title track of 3LOGY, their first full album in about 11 years, which dropped in January 2026.

It’s a powerful pop-rock song that shatters boredom and gloom in an instant, transforming them into exhilaration.

The dramatic structure—where the scenery keeps changing—is part of its allure, and the veteran-level musicianship paired with modern arrangements truly shines.

Their momentum remains strong, drawing attention on YouTube Korea’s daily charts, among others.

It’s the kind of track that clears away the cobwebs and, if you play it to psych yourself up before a challenge, gives you a reassuring push forward.

사랑이었는데NEW!LATENCY

LATENCY (레이턴시) “사랑이었는데” LIVE CLIP

Latency is a project girl band that brings together experienced members like Hyunjin from Loossemble and Jiwon from cignature.

This work is their debut single, released in January 2026.

True to their band name, it’s a pop-rock track infused with the will to start running again, trusting that the sound will surely reach its destination even if it takes a little time.

The lyrics feel like embracing time gone by as beautiful memories, and the liberating band sound is deeply moving.

The members themselves took part in writing the lyrics, and their commitment to connecting past and future in their own words is wonderful.

The passionate performance scenes shown in their live clip have also been getting attention.

It’s a song I’d recommend when you want to make a fresh start or sink into an emotional mood at night.

LIKE THATNEW!WAKER

WAKER(웨이커) – LiKE THAT [Music Video]

A dance track released in January 2026 by WAKER, a boy group that debuted under HOWLING Entertainment in January 2024.

It was produced as the title track of their third mini-album, “In Elixir: Spellbound.” The song portrays the feverish rush of falling in love and the uncontrollable flutter of the heart.

Its sleek guitar riff and powerful beat stand out, and the members’ razor-sharp performance has been drawing attention.

The lyrics’ worldview, blending the sting and sweetness of youth, meshes with the song’s sense of speed to deliver a moving impact.

It’s recommended for moments when you want to savor the intoxication of love’s heat or when you’re in the mood for an energetic boost.

WishNEW!WONPIL (DAY6)

[essential; studio] ‘원필 (DAY6) – Wish’ Official MV

This work was released in January 2026 as part of Essential Studio, a sound project by NHN Bugs.

“Wish,” sung by Wonpil—DAY6’s member in charge of keyboard and vocals—is a medium-tempo pop number themed around hope and light, perfect for the start of a new year.

The gentle tones of the acoustic guitar blend with Wonpil’s clear vocals, as if tenderly wrapping the listener’s heart.

It captures the small moments of everyday happiness and hopes for the future, offering the courage to look ahead even while carrying uncertainties.

It’s an ideal track to soothe you on a calm afternoon or at the end of the day.