[K-POP] Songs That Help You Study Korean and Tracks That Boost Your Motivation
There are times when you want to listen to music while studying or during breaks, right? In this article, we’ll introduce a range of K-pop tracks that boost your motivation and help you focus.
From songs that blend in like background music—offering a unique vibe different from Japanese or Western music—to encouraging anthems that ease tough feelings, and soothing tracks perfect for taking a breather, we’ve curated a wide selection.
Use these not only as your study companions but also during breaks or whenever you want to switch up your mood.
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[K-POP] Songs that help you study Korean efficiently and boost your motivation (31–40)
SIGNALTwice
A track marked by a light, upbeat rhythm and addictive phrases.
It expresses the frustrating feelings toward someone you like through a catchy melody and dance.
Included on the mini-album “SIGNAL,” released in May 2017, it drew attention as a song showcasing a new side of TWICE.
In the music video, each member is given a different superpower, incorporating sci-fi elements that also became a talking point.
Highly recommended for those who want to relate to the feelings of a woman in love.
Mamma Miaizna
The title track from izna, a group formed through Mnet’s survival audition program I-LAND2, released on their second mini-album Not Just Pretty in September 2025.
Driven by a punchy, beat-forward rhythm, it expresses self-identity and confidence directly.
About a year after debut, the group overcame the challenge of a member’s departure and forged ahead as a six-member team—this song embodies their resolve to take the next step.
Despite its relatively short 2:39 runtime, the performance—integrated with tightly synchronized choreography—leaves a strong impression.
Produced by TEDDY, the polished sound highlights izna’s growth and potential.
It’s a perfect track when you need positive energy.
XClose Your Eyes
A track by CLOSE YOUR EYES, the multinational group formed through JTBC’s survival show “PROJECT 7.” It’s an R&B dance number featured as the title track of their 3rd mini-album ‘blackout,’ released in November 2025.
The song embodies a strong resolve to push forward beyond fear and limits.
Its stylish synths and driving, high-velocity beat leave a striking impression, bringing a powerful energy that refreshes their previously lyrical image.
Member Jung Min-wook also participated in the lyric writing, passionately singing about speeding up on their own path without worrying about others’ judgments.
It’s the kind of song that gives you a boost—perfect for moments when you need courage to face challenges or want to lift your mood.
TUNNEL VISIONITZY
Since their striking debut in 2019, ITZY has continued to sing about self-affirmation, captivating audiences around the world.
This track is the title song from their 11th mini album, “TUNNEL VISION,” released in November 2025.
The heavy beats and razor-sharp synths crafted by Dem Jointz and others intertwine, building an irresistible exhilaration that feels like your vision clearing as the chorus hits.
The message—shutting out surrounding noise and single-mindedly charging toward a goal with unwavering “tunnel vision”—really hits home.
Starting in February 2026, they’re set to embark on a world tour in support of the album, signaling yet another evolution for the group.
It’s a powerful number especially for those who want to cut through doubt, trust the path they’ve chosen, and move forward.
Beat It UpNCT DREAM
NCT DREAM, practically synonymous with radiant youth.
The title track from their mini-album “Beat It Up,” released in November 2025, is an ambitious hip-hop tune built around the concept of “the speed of time.” It fuses a 90s-style heavy bass with rap that sparkles like soda, delivering a refreshing rush every time you listen.
The lyrics—about smashing through society’s imposed barriers with their own fists and charging into the future at their own tempo—serve as a powerful declaration only they could make at this moment.
Their performance incorporating boxing has also been a hot topic.
It’s the perfect track to flip on your motivation switch in the morning or before a must-win showdown—guaranteed to ignite your fighting spirit!
[K-POP] Songs That Help You Study Korean & Boost Your Motivation (41–50)
ROCK & ROLLITZY
ITZY, who have made a full-fledged entry into the Japanese market, released their second Japanese studio album, “Collector,” in October 2025.
Chosen as the lead track, this is an original number sung in Japanese.
Although the title bears the word “rock ’n’ roll,” the sound is actually grounded in pop and dance.
The lyrics express a free-spirited attitude that breaks through stereotypes and boundaries, moving forward in one’s own way, powerfully echoing ITZY’s consistent message of self-affirmation.
Its structure, woven from a crisp rhythm and catchy melody, is filled with a refreshing energy that makes your body want to move.
It’s perfect for those who value their individuality or are about to take a new step forward.
n (number of cases)NouerA
NouerA is a boy group formed through the audition show MAKE MATE 1, made up of members from Korea, China, and Japan.
Their title track from the album N: Number of Cases, released in June 2025, is a number that captivates with its sci-fi-inspired worldbuilding.
Fusing lo-fi hip-hop with a futuristic sound, the song expresses a resolve to choose one’s own path from countless possibilities, even while carrying anxieties about the future.
Listen once and you’re sure to be hooked by its innovative sound! The album’s weekly No.
1 ranking also shows just how strong their momentum is.
It’s the perfect track to play when you’re struggling with your path or taking a new step forward—it’ll powerfully remind you that the future is up to you.