K-pop and Korean summer songs that color and enliven the season
There are so many things we want to do in the summer, right?
K-pop has its own summer songs that let you enjoy the season in all kinds of ways!
From K-pop’s uniquely colorful worlds to breezy tracks that feel like they can blow away the heat, there’s so much to love.
We’ve picked out a wide selection of carefully chosen songs—from light, fun tunes with a lively tempo, to edgy and cool tracks, to ones overflowing with the cuteness of girl groups!
They’re all timeless summer anthems.
Be sure to make them your companion for fun summertime moments!
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K-pop and Korean summer songs that color and energize the season (71–80)
Why Don’t You Know (Feat. Nucksal)CHUNGHA
Chungha is a singer born in 1996 who debuted as a member of I.O.I from the first season of PRODUCE 101, and her clear, delicate voice is especially captivating.
“Why Don’t You Know” conveys the frustrations of love, yet its cool sound makes it a perfect track to listen to in the summer.
It’s also recommended for anyone experiencing unrequited love.
Our SummerTOMORROW X TOGETHER
A house-pop track included on TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s debut album “The Dream Chapter: STAR,” released in March 2019.
It features catchy vocal-synth sounds and a pleasant melody, with refreshingly bright lyrics that depict iconic moments of enjoying friendship and adventure.
An acoustic mix was released in May 2019, offering a soothing arrangement that incorporates R&B and ballad elements.
Perfect for drives and making summer memories—highly recommended when you want to feel the sparkle of youth!
Vanilla Choco ShakeWAKER
A track by WAKER that evokes a refreshing summer vibe.
Included on their second EP, “Sweet Tape,” released in July 2024, the song is marked by its catchy melodies and fun atmosphere.
The music video, featuring members in bright outfits like pastel colors, has also drawn attention.
The lyrics overflow with youthful charm and positive energy, conjuring an image of enjoying contrasts like vanilla and chocolate.
Debuting in January 2024, the group shows a new side of themselves with this release.
It’s the perfect song for a summer drive or a day out with friends.
Bubble GumNewJeans
This is a sweet and tangy number from the hugely popular girl group NewJeans, singing about a girl in love.
It’s included as the B-side track on the double single How Sweet, released in May 2024.
The song lightly portrays a sparkling, bubblegum-like love story, and it was also featured in a Japanese shampoo commercial.
NewJeans debuted in July 2022, and their sound blends ’90s-inspired vibes with a modern pop sensibility, crafted by five young members.
It’s the perfect track to color a summer romance—highly recommended for anyone who wants to revisit bittersweet memories of love.
LemonadeDreamNote
If you like fun songs, be sure to check this out! Just like the title suggests, it’s a lively, refreshing, and bursting-with-charm energy booster.
It’s the title track from DreamNote’s “Secondary Page,” released on April 12, 2023.
The pleasantly balanced low-end rhythm feels great and makes your body sway without thinking.
The sweet-and-sour lyrics, perfect for summer, and the group’s fresh vocals set you free.
It’s a song that feels like a vitamin recharge.
The hook’s melody line is impactful, and the poppy, K-pop-style repetition adds to its addictiveness.
Combined with DreamNote’s lovely charm, it’ll lift your spirits!
That Summer (Second Story)INFINITE
INFINITE’s “That Summer (Second Story)” is a song I’d recommend if you’re looking for a refreshing summer track.
INFINITE is a male group that debuted in 2010.
Although the song is about feelings for a past lover, its refreshing sound is captivating, contrary to the lyrics.
JUICYRocket Punch
Rocket Punch, featuring charming members including Juri Takahashi, who also shone on PRODUCE 48.
“JUICY” is the title track from their 2020 mini-album BLUE PUNCH.
Like their debut track “BIM BAM BUM,” it was produced by Lee Gi-yong Bae, known for GFRIEND’s songs, perfectly matching the group’s fresh appeal.
It’s just irresistibly cute from every angle! The unique resonance carried by their sweet vocals is addictive.
While rooted in hip-hop, the song is poppy and catchy, with a refreshingly juicy fizz that feels great.
It’s a perfect number for summer when you want to relax and enjoy at an easy pace.