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

CHEER UPTwice

TWICE “CHEER UP” M/V

This is one of TWICE’s signature feel-good songs—the kind you want to play when drowsiness hits while studying or when you just can’t get motivated.

Its “color pop” sound, blending genres like hip-hop and tropical house, instantly brightens your mood just by listening.

The adorable part performed by member Sana became such a sensation that it sparked a craze, with many celebrities imitating it.

Included on the mini-album PAGE TWO released in April 2016, the track helped cement the group’s breakthrough, winning top honors at major music award shows that same year.

It’s perfect for a quick refresh between study sessions, and also works great as BGM to boost your concentration when it really counts.

Nap of a starTXT

TXT (투모로우바이투게더) ‘별의 낮잠 (Nap of a star)’ Official MV

Tomorrow X Together, who captivate the world with their fresh, boyish beauty and story-driven concepts.

This track, included at the end of their album “The Dream Chapter: STAR,” released in March 2019, is a heartwarming ballad that evokes a quiet night sky.

Carried by a gentle, lullaby-like melody, the members’ delicate vocals resonate throughout.

Its dreamlike, fantastical atmosphere and bittersweet yet beautiful lyrics will gently soothe a mind tired from studying.

The music video released in June of the same year further impressed their narrative with picture book–like visual beauty.

Give it a listen when you want to spend a calm moment or need a breather—it’s perfect background music for a peaceful break.

XClose Your Eyes

CLOSE YOUR EYES ‘X’ MV

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

ITZY “TUNNEL VISION” M/V

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 엔시티 드림 ‘Beat It Up’ MV

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!

n (number of cases)NouerA

NouerA n (number of cases) MV

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.

ROCK & ROLLITZY

ITZY「ROCK & ROLL」Music Video

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.