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)
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Featured on their mini-album “From Our 20’s,” released in June 2025, this track is a refreshing pop-rock number that hints at their brilliant future.
Synths and guitar riffs with an ’80s vibe build into an effervescent chorus that grabs you in an instant.
The lyrics celebrate the joy of becoming an even better version of oneself after meeting someone special—truly a song that boosts your self-esteem! The story of them taking first place on a music show right after restarting as a five-member group also seems to symbolize the song’s positive energy.
It’s a perfect summer tune to lift your spirits; play it on a drive or while hanging out with friends, and you’re sure to have an even better time.
The FeelingSHINee
A track pre-released from their eighth full album, HARD.
It’s a fan song by SHINee, who celebrated their 15th debut anniversary on May 25, 2023, and you can feel the strong bond with Shawols in the lyrics.
The message overlays their shared future with light, and its affinity with the group’s colors is wonderful.
The sense of opening up and the refreshing sprint are pleasant, sure to lift your spirits in the summer! Alongside a youthful mood, a new frontier shines through in the harmony with EDM-inspired sounds.
LIP GLOSSTHE BOYZ
A summery tune that amps up a bittersweet summer romance.
THE BOYZ—often praised as a group where every member has center-level visuals and talent—released it in 2023.
It was unveiled as the title track of their second full-length album, PHANTASY, structured as a trilogy.
Members Sunwoo and Eric also took part in writing the lyrics.
The bass-driven rhythm and THE BOYZ’s signature refreshing vibe make it an irresistibly pleasant number.
If you like a light, R&B-tinged feel, this one will especially win you over.
The members’ fresh yet alluring charm will set your heart fluttering.
K-POP and Korean Summer Songs That Color and Energize the Season (81–90)
UiKON
A light, upbeat track that lifts your spirits as we head into summer! It’s the title song from iKON’s 3rd full album “TAKE OFF,” released on May 4, 2023.
Written and composed by BOBBY.
It’s perfect for having a lively good time with close friends, just like in the music video! iKON’s songs always feel highly polished, and this one is no exception—sleek and refined.
While it’s a party song, it still has a fresh, mature vibe.
Great for a sunny-day stroll or a drive, too!
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Released in July 2024, (G)I-DLE—a five-member girl group radiating high musicality under Soyeon’s production—delivered this track from their seventh mini album, “I SWAY.” With a summer-themed concept for their comeback, this one’s guaranteed to make your body sway to its powerful rhythm! The lyrics, which compare feelings of love to a honking horn, really stick with you.
The catchy hook in the chorus lingers in your ears, and the more you listen, the more addictive it becomes.
Its refreshing, Western-style catchiness lifts your mood and is perfect for turning up the heat on a summer romance!
Baby StepWe;Na
A summery track released in May 2024 by South Korea’s new-generation girl group We;Na.
It’s the title song from their mini-album “Step Like We;Na,” and it sings about finding and walking one’s own path.
True to their strength in dance-pop, it features a catchy melody and energetic rhythm.
The music video shows the members enjoying summer, and just watching it is uplifting.
The song resonates with younger listeners, centering on themes of self-discovery and growth.
With DoA and the other members’ unique personalities shining through, it’s perfect for summer drives or get-togethers with friends.
Be sure to check out this track packed with We;Na’s charm!
I SwearSister
A summer tune released in 2014 by the queens of summer, SISTAR.
Its steady rhythm and the members’ beautiful falsettos and high notes are soothing, and just listening to “I Swear” puts you in a refreshing mood.
It also has a lovely, romantic atmosphere that’s a bit different from their earlier work.
The signature Idan Yubbaegi sound is fun too, making it a song that lets you savor the freedom of summer both to the ears and the eyes.
In terms of situations, it’s perfect for a drive or for a mellow evening after a day of fun!