[K-POP] Songs That Help You Study Korean and Tracks That Boost Your Motivation

DOPEBTS

[MV] BTS(방탄소년단) _ DOPE(쩔어)

BTS is a group with worldwide popularity.

When you want to fire yourself up while studying, their energetic songs are perfect.

Among BTS’s tracks, this one is a top recommendation when you want to ignite your motivation.

Included on the mini-album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt.

1,” released in April 2015, it’s characterized by a driving, hip-hop-based sound.

Its message—depicting the determination to keep running toward your dreams while others are having fun—gives a powerful push to anyone hitting the books.

The music video, released in June 2015, is also famous for becoming the group’s first to surpass 100 million views.

Sharp choreography and a hard-hitting beat are sure to blow away your drowsiness.

Give it a listen when you want to boost your focus at a crucial moment.

UNTOUCHABLEITZY

ITZY “UNTOUCHABLE” M/V @ITZY

When drowsiness or fatigue hits while studying and you want to shake it off, why not re-energize yourself by listening to ITZY’s powerful track? It’s infused with a strong will to push forward without ever yielding, even in tough situations, and its energetic guitar sound and beat will ignite a wavering spirit.

Released as the lead track on the mini-album “BORN TO BE” in January 2024, it earned solid support, including taking first place on the music show Music Bank.

It also serves as a defining theme for the world tour of the same name.

Highly recommended for when your focus slips or when you’re facing a do-or-die moment—this song will give you the courage to believe in yourself and get back to your desk.

WANNABEITZY

ITZY “WANNABE” M/V @ITZY

An energetic track by ITZY that radiates a strong will to be true to oneself.

Included on the album “IT’z ME,” released in March 2020, this song gives you the courage to regain your own pace without worrying about others’ eyes or judgments when you listen during study breaks.

Its self-affirming lyrics and powerful beat are sure to boost your motivation.

Ryujin’s signature “shoulder dance” has a refreshing vibe that lifts your spirits just by watching! In November 2023, it was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, proving its enduring popularity worldwide.

When you feel stuck, put on this song and recharge with positive energy that helps you believe in yourself!

Good DayIU

IU (아이유) _ Good Day (좋은 날) _ MV

Good Day, included on singer-songwriter IU’s mini album Real released in December 2010, comes from the artist affectionately known as the “Nation’s Little Sister.” Its lyrics, which portray the thrill and ache of unrequited love, are exquisitely matched with a radiant orchestral sound.

While expressing a young girl’s wavering heart, the song delivers an intense rush of exhilaration to listeners.

The stunning “three-tier high note” in the climax is famously iconic, offering a breath-of-fresh-air sensation just by listening.

It’s the perfect BGM to sharpen your tired mind while studying or to give you that extra push when you need one more burst of effort.

Topping Korea’s major charts for five consecutive weeks, this timeless track is a must-listen.

SUPER ClapSUPER JUNIOR

SUPER JUNIOR 슈퍼주니어 ‘SUPER Clap’ MV

This is a perfect song for quickly lifting your mood and boosting your study efficiency.

Super Junior, the superstar group that has long led the K-pop scene, released this track as the title song of their October 2019 album “Time_Slip.” It’s a poppy dance tune that makes your heart feel lighter just by listening.

Its charm lies in the disco sound with a retro vibe and a rhythmic beat that makes you want to clap along.

The positive message—encouraging you to forget your worries and stress for a moment and just have fun—clears your head when you’re feeling stuck.

Play it during study breaks or as background music when you want to push through a little more, and their bright energy is sure to give your motivation a boost!

My PaceStray Kids

Stray Kids “My Pace” M/V

It’s easy to feel anxious when you compare yourself to others while studying.

At times like that, a powerful cheer-up song by Stray Kids, the eight-member boy group from JYP Entertainment, can give you a push.

Known as the title track of their 2018 mini-album “I am WHO,” this song carries an uplifting message: you don’t need to compare yourself to others—just move forward at your own pace.

Its driving beat and the members’ energetic rap intertwine perfectly, filling you with courage just by listening.

Crafted mainly by 3RACHA, the group’s in-house producing unit, the intense sound is perfect for boosting your study motivation or helping you find your rhythm again.

It’s an aggressive track that turns impatience into energy!

MY TREASURETREASURE

TREASURE – ‘MY TREASURE’ M/V

TREASURE, a highly skilled boy group from YG.

This song is the lead track from their first full-length album, “THE FIRST STEP: TREASURE EFFECT,” released in January 2021.

Its poppy sound, woven from dazzling brass and strings, overflows with a blissful feeling that naturally brings a smile to your face just by listening.

It carries warm messages like “Don’t worry” and “Everything will work out,” and it’s also lovely that members Choi Hyun Suk, Yoshi, and Haruto took part in writing the lyrics.

It’s sure to give you a push when you’re stuck studying or need that extra bit of motivation.

The song’s sparkling, radiant energy truly shines like a gem and gently comforts a tired heart.