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 (111–120)
SUMMER FESTAive
A track brimming with summer heat has been released.
IVE, the girl group, dropped a danceable number in June 2024 that incorporates disco-pop elements.
Its funky guitar and groovy bassline stand out, making you want to move your body.
The lyrics carry a positive message about freely pursuing what you want.
The song was also chosen as a campaign track for Pepsi.
In the music video, the six members dance brightly and joyfully—an image that really sticks with you.
It’s the perfect song for times when you want to have a blast, like summer events or parties with friends.
ADDDMCND
This is a fun summer song released in August 2024 by MCND, a five-member boy group that debuted in 2020.
The heat-themed lyrics and light, pop-meets-hip-hop sound are striking.
The music video, created in collaboration with a popular YouTube animator, is also a highlight, featuring comedic scenes of dodging the sun’s heat.
Riding an upbeat rhythm, the track showcases MCND’s bright, energetic charm to the fullest.
It’s the perfect song to hype up a summer drive or party, delivering a refreshing feel that blows away the sweltering season.
MIoBI (Make It or Break It)PENIEL
A number released in June 2024 by Peniel, an artist from South Korea.
Also active as a member of BTOB, he takes a new step as a solo artist with this work.
Its sophisticated sound fuses EDM and pop, and the lyrics strikingly depict emotions swaying between challenge and success.
The music video shows him walking alone on a quiet beach, creating an introspective atmosphere.
The theme of self-discovery makes this piece perfect for moments when you stand at a crossroads in life or want to face yourself.
UP ALL NITE (Feat. SUMIN)Crush
A comfortable R&B number that seems to bottle the flutter of a summer-night romance.
It’s a track included on FANG, the mini-album released in August 2025 by Crush, a leading figure in the Korean R&B scene.
This song marks his first release in about a year and nine months, and its whispery vocals and playful delivery leave a strong impression.
With lyrics that capture the thrill of a budding romance, it lets you sink into an intimate mood, like the two of you chatting until dawn.
Featuring Sumin, the interplay between the two adds an even sweeter atmosphere.
It might heighten the romantic mood even more when you listen to it while feeling the summer night breeze, spending time with someone special.
O time, stopILLIT
Since their debut in 2024, ILLIT quickly rose to popularity and were even nominated for the Best New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards that same year.
The title track of their first single in Japan is like capturing the fleeting sparkle of late summer in a jewelry box.
The lyrics, written by singer-songwriter Ima Murasaki, vividly express a girl’s bittersweet wish for time to stand still.
The glittering disco-pop sound and its slightly nostalgic melody really strike a chord.
The single also includes the fan favorite “Almond Chocolate,” making it quite a lavish release.
If you listen when you’re feeling sentimental, as though reluctant to let the season pass, it will surely keep you company at heart.
여름날 (feat. 하현상)BOL4
This is a song I’d recommend for a summer day when you want to take it slow.
It’s a slow number released by BOL4 in July 2023.
Singer-songwriter Ha Hyunsang took part, and his harmony with Ahn Jiyoung, along with the soft, resonant tone of the acoustic guitar, is incredibly soothing.
The lyrics, which depict a journey, are adorably expressed, and this track—so characteristic of BOL4—will gently heal you as a heartwarming summer song.
Try playing it while relaxing at a resort or unwinding with someone you love.
Outside (Feat. Beenzino)Crush
A summer song by Crush released in 2017.
Sometimes when you wake up in the morning, you find yourself imagining what kind of day it’s going to be, right? This song captures that sense of anticipation for the day while embracing the idea of enjoying things just as they are.
It’s not the most elegant expression, but in Korea there’s a phrase for cutting loose and having an all-out wild time: “to play like a dog,” and that became the theme for the production.
Its fresh, cool vibe evokes a slice of summer vacation! Just like Duyu, the pup who appears in the music video, it’s the perfect companion for an unforgettable holiday!