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Spring K-POP Festival! Korean spring songs that colorfully resonate with the heart

The joy of winter’s cold giving way to spring grows even bigger when there’s music, doesn’t it?

One of music’s charms is how feelings can overlap through songs, regardless of borders.

Spring brings departures, encounters, farewells… we go through all kinds of experiences, reminisce, and get excited about the future to come.

I’ve picked some K-pop songs you’ll want to listen to in this spring season.

From beloved classic hits in Korea to stylish and cute tracks and moving ballads, there’s a wide selection.

Enjoy your springtime with wonderful K-pop!

Spring K-pop Festival! Colorful, heart-touching Korean spring songs (1–10)

Dear youOH MY GIRL

[OH MY GIRL – Dear you] Comeback Stage | #엠카운트다운 | Mnet 210513 방송
Dear youOH MY GIRL

It’s a message song that feels like it’s giving you a gentle push, saying, “Your spring is yet to come.” It’s a track by the girls’ music group OH MY GIRL, included on their 2021 mini-album Dear OHMYGIRL.

The song leaves an impression with its cute yet layered sound, with a touch of electronica.

And the members’ clear, translucent vocals on top… If you listen to it when you’re weighed down by worries or anxiety, it might just make you cry.

It’s especially recommended for anyone about to start a new chapter in life.

Ordinary Love (Feat. Park Boram)Park Kyung

박경(PARK KYUNG) – 보통연애(Ordinary Love) Official Music video
Ordinary Love (Feat. Park Boram)Park Kyung

A track that features Park Boram in collaboration with Block B’s Park Kyung.

Park Kyung himself handled the lyrics and composition; it’s his first solo song and later leads into his trilogy of love songs.

The lyrics are surprisingly tricky… It felt to me like it also sings about the depth of romance—falling in love, gradually cooling off, then suddenly getting passionate again, trying out a new love, and so on.

The bluesy vibe is also incredibly cute.

When the cherry blossoms fall (When The Cherry Blossoms Fade / 桜が散ったら)I.O.I

[MelOn Premiere Showcase] I.O.I(아이오아이) _ When The Cherry Blossoms Fade(벚꽃이 지면)
"When the Cherry Blossoms Fall (When The Cherry Blossoms Fade / 桜が散ったら)" by I.O.I

I.O.I, a group formed by members selected on the Korean audition program PRODUCE 101.

Their song When The Cherry Blossoms Fade, included on the mini-album Chrysalis released in 2016, portrays the bittersweet feelings that come with the end of spring.

It beautifully expresses the anxiety of love that grows as the seasons change while spending each day with someone you love.

It’s K-pop whose choral arrangements unfold over a somewhat wistful melody that evokes the season when cherry blossoms fall.

Spring K-pop Festival! Korean spring songs that touch the heart in a rainbow of colors (11–20)

Spring BreezeWanna One

Wanna One (워너원) – ‘봄바람 (Spring Breeze)’ M/V
Spring BreezeWanna One

Wanna One is a male group formed from the hugely popular audition program PRODUCE 101 Season 2.

“Spring Breeze (봄바람)” is a bittersweet song that lingers on the memories of a special love that has come to an end.

From the very intro, you’re drawn in by the cool, stylish sound.

The dreamy tones make you feel as if you’re in a dream, mirroring the protagonist’s search through memories and enveloping you in the world of the song.

It’s a track that wishes for a reunion with a beloved person when the spring breeze has finished blowing.

Hopefully skyJeong Eun Ji

[MV] Jeong Eun Ji(정은지) _ Hopefully sky(하늘바라기) (Feat. 하림)
Hopefully skyJeong Eun Ji

Spring is the season of new departures, so listen to this song and keep your hometown always in your heart.

It’s a solo track by Jung Eun-ji, who is also active as a member of the idol group Apink, included on her first mini-album “Dream,” released in 2016.

The singer Harim participates as a featuring artist.

The melody alone lets you feel the spring sunshine, creating a very warm atmosphere.

It’s perfect as background music for a relaxed time.

The lyrics, which express gratitude for one’s life so far and for precious people, will gently wrap around your heart.

Spring, Spring, SpringRoy Kim

로이킴 (Roy Kim) – 봄봄봄 (BOM BOM BOM) MV
Spring, Spring, SpringRoy Kim

The breezy, light-footed sound arrangement feels so refreshing! This song by singer-songwriter Roy Kim—who rose to fame after appearing on a music audition show—was released in 2013 as his debut single.

The whistling motif lingers in your ears, and the pop arrangement alone gives off a real “spring” vibe.

The lyrics, overflowing with feelings for someone you haven’t seen in a while but still love, are heart-fluttering.

It’s a pure love song that will surely resonate with anyone in love.

HappyTaeyeon

TAEYEON 태연 ‘Happy’ MV
HappyTaeyeon

Taeyeon, who is also active as a member of Girls’ Generation, released “Happy” in 2020.

It blends a nostalgic yet fresh sound by incorporating the doo-wop style of popular music.

The song depicts the fluttering excitement of being united with someone you love, perfectly matching her cute, romantic vocals.

Its bright, R&B-tinged melody line is ideal for the warm spring season.

It’s a love song brimming with a worldview that feels like being inside a cozy dream.