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 Hype Up the Season (91–100)
Lemon DropATEEZ
A sweet and refreshing confession set to a summer anthem.
It’s the lead track from the globally popular boy group ATEEZ’s mini-album “GOLDEN HOUR: Part.3,” released in June 2025.
As leader Hongjoong describes it as a “sweet yet zesty confession,” the theme centers on a lemon-like sweet-and-sour romance.
Anchored in R&B and hip-hop, the sound pairs a satisfying, mellow bassline with a laid-back beat.
With a breezy vibe tinged with a touch of wistfulness, the song is sure to make your summer memories shine even brighter!
roco is rocoROCOBERRY
LocoBerry is a male-female duo consisting of vocalist Loco and composer Conan, who performs in a bear costume and is also her husband.
This 2020 track is perfect for a trip where the two of you head to an island, and it has an ennui-laced vibe that becomes addictive after just one listen.
The relaxed feel that oozes from the two of them is wonderful, too.
At the same time, it has a cool, healing mood that seems like it could lower the scorching summer temperature.
Whether you’re somewhere far away or at a favorite nearby spot, it’s the perfect number for taking it easy.
K-pop and Korean Summer Songs to Color and Hype Up Your Summer (101–110)
5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman) (feat. Lay Bankz)CxM (SEVENTEEN)
CxM is a subunit born from SEVENTEEN’s Hip-Hop Team, consisting of S.Coups and Mingyu.
This is the lead track from their debut mini-album “HYPE VIBES,” released in September 2025.
Inspired by Roy Orbison’s classic from 1964, it’s an ambitious work that fuses a funky guitar riff with contemporary beats.
Featuring American rapper Ray Banks, the song delivers a groovy hip-hop sound.
The music video, shot in Los Angeles, bursts with sun-soaked, party-ready vibes, offering a breezy, summertime feel.
The track earned its first music show win on KBS’s Music Bank, and it’s perfect for lifting your mood or hitting the road.
NEWTONMONSTAX
A light, energetic pop tune that feels like bottling the sheer freedom of midsummer into music.
It carries a message of defying gravity and spreading your wings, with lyrics that brightly capture the positive feelings of love and new challenges—so refreshing! Released by MONSTA X in July 2017, this summer song offers a pleasant contrast to their more aggressive, dynamic image with its bright, rhythmic sound that naturally gets your body swaying.
Perfect for poolside hangs, drives, or summer festivals—any time you want to soak in that open, carefree mood.
A refreshingly cool track that feels like it blows away the heat of the season.
Time OutStray Kids
A mixtape track by Stray Kids released in August 2022.
It’s a surprise number celebrating the 4th anniversary of the fandom name “STAY,” created with memories from a trip to Gangwon-do.
Carrying an open-hearted message to toss aside complicated worries and just have fun, it perfectly captures the free spirit of summer! With an energetic sound that fuses pop rock and punk rock, it even features wave sounds recorded by the members, adding a refreshing touch.
It’s perfect for when you want to get away from a busy routine and refresh yourself, or for lively summer moments with friends!
RUMORKARD
This, too, is a perfect summer track that blends tropical house and reggaeton—the cutting-edge sound that was trending from 2017 to 2019—and it was released in July 2017 as the third installment in the series.
The song is about heartbreak, portraying a rift between a man and a woman.
They shot to fame right after their debut and quickly became the center of attention! They’re a four-piece group with a promising future ahead.
여름안에서（In summer）Seo Yeon
Originally released in September 1994 by DEUX, this song is a classic summer anthem in Korea.
Not only Soyeon, but Apink’s Naeun also covered it at her second concert, “PINK ISLAND,” and it has been loved for a very long time.
The original is fantastic, of course, but versions sung by women are also truly wonderful.
It compares the excitement of a budding romance and the happiness of being with someone special to the blue sea.
With its sparkling vibe, it brings a refreshing feeling to summer!