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 Elevate the Season (21–30)
Ko Ko BopEXO
This summer song released by EXO in 2017, who have long led the K-pop scene across Asia, is the title track of the album THE WAR.
It was created based on the rhythm game “Down Down Baby” and is said to carry the meaning of dancing along to the music.
With lyrics co-written by Baekhyun, Chen, and Chanyeol, the track portrays a maddening yet tender adult romance, overflowing with EXO’s sexy allure.
As a reggae-pop number, its blend of a sultry, tropical-night mood and refreshing coolness is irresistibly addictive.
ANYWHERE (Feat. Huh)Kyoung Seo
A collaboration released in July 2023 by solo singer Kyungseo and hip-hop artist Huh (Seonhyeon Heo).
The song centers on the theme of liberation from everyday life and the longing for the freedom to set out for new places, carrying a hopeful message that you can go anywhere.
Kyungseo’s soft, sensitive vocals blend seamlessly with Huh’s sharp rap, showcasing a fresh musical challenge.
It’s an open, liberating track perfect for summer trips or drives, sure to spark your spirit of adventure toward new destinations.
WE GOThe Wind
An up-tempo track by The Wind, a boy group that debuted under Around US Entertainment, founded by the members of HIGHLIGHT.
It was released in August 2023 as the title track of their first single, “Ready: Summer vacation,” marking a comeback after the short span of just three months.
The music video was reportedly filmed in Okinawa.
With its energetic sound and expansive vocals, the song is incredibly refreshing, making you feel like you could go anywhere.
It’s perfect for enhancing the fun of a drive or summer vacation, and the call-and-response parts are sure to get the crowd going at live shows! The sense of openness is outstanding—it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
Power UpRed Velvet
A 2018 track.
That addictive Red Velvet-style sound really lifts your mood! The lyrics are hot and passionate with unique expressions, yet it’s a refreshing summer tune that breezes through.
It almost feels like a sequel in spirit to the ever-popular summer song “Red Flavor.” It also brings back the vibe of early Red Velvet—fresh and dewy—so crisp you’ll want to put it on repeat.
With an effervescent feel that’s perfect for parties and makes you want to head out, it’s sure to hype up your summer!
BUNGEE (Fall in Love)OH MY GIRL
The title track of the 2019 album “Fall in Love.” It’s brimming with that signature Oh My Girl transparency, like a refreshing breeze blowing through.
This vibe is something only OMG can create—absolutely the best! No matter how hot the summer is, this song will instantly cool you down.
It sings about charging straight toward the one you love, and it gives you a huge boost of energy—so refreshing! The chorus choreography is super catchy, so I think it’d be fun to copy and dance along!
HealingSEVENTEEN
Here’s a song I’d love to recommend for those living through busy days: “Healing”! Loved for their heartfelt sincerity and stylish performances, SEVENTEEN released it in 2016, and it was included in the repackaged album of “Love & Letter.” With vacation-like vibes and a message that says, “It’s important to take proper breaks too,” their down-to-earth words really resonate.
Even when you feel like running away, hearing SEVENTEEN’s “You’ve worked hard” will lift your spirits.
It’s the perfect companion for summer trips or whenever you’re tired—a song that feels like a trusty friend by your side.
You’ll also be soothed by SEVENTEEN’s warm, close-knit bond!
We YoungNCT DREAM
NCT DREAM is a group within NCT made up exclusively of teenage members.
Because of that, their songs emphasize a youthful, fresh, and cute boyish vibe.
This is one of their signature tracks that showcases that very side of them! A dance-pop tune with an early house feel, featuring tropical melodies and soothing steel drums.
Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTS
BTS, who enjoy immense popularity among the younger generation in Japan as well, released this massive hit in April 2019.
It reached No.
1 in the U.S., making their name known worldwide.
The track features Halsey, who is likewise hugely popular with young listeners.
The music video is notable for its midsummer color palette.
It takes a catchy approach using Kygo-style tropical scales.
Despite that, the song’s content is unexpectedly a bittersweet unrequited love story.
Don’t Wanna CrySEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN’s tenderness-filled ballad, “Don’t Wanna Cry.” One distinctive feature of Seventeen’s lyrics is that they intentionally use Korean in the chorus.
The memorable chorus phrase “울고 싶지 않아” is the Korean for the title “Don’t Wanna Cry,” meaning “I don’t want to cry.” Not just for this song—if you put in a bit of effort to learn how to read some Korean for Seventeen’s songs, you’ll enjoy them even more!
LOVE WHISPERGFRIEND
A refreshingly distinctive sound that makes it instantly recognizable as a GFRIEND song the moment you hear it.
LOVE WHISPER was released in 2017 as the title track of the mini-album PARALLEL.
With a heartwarming music video and a pure, early-GFRIEND style, it’s a perfect fit for summer.
The lyrics overflow with innocence, cherishing glittering moments that shine even brighter thanks to the members’ cute charm—they’re downright cleansing.
It’s the song that cools down a hot summer!