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)
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!
VERY NICE(아주 NICE)SEVENTEEN
‘Very Nice (아주 NICE)’ is a song that can hype up any karaoke or live performance.
It bursts with SEVENTEEN’s unique charm and cuteness.
The track expresses the flutter of feelings toward a girl, and its energetic, refreshing vibe makes it perfect for summer.
Its catchiness will hook you after just one listen.
You’ll definitely find yourself humming “aju nice.” It’s even better when you’re goofing around under the blue sky or enjoying it together with friends or as a couple! Highly recommended if you’re looking for a feel-good summer song.
K-POP and Korean summer songs that color and enliven the season (31–40)
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!
As If It’s Your LastBLACKPINK
A monster track that has surpassed 1 billion views on YouTube and stands as one of BLACKPINK’s signature songs.
It’s a medium up-tempo number with edgy beats and striking synths, evoking a retro vibe and a distinctly American atmosphere.
The pop appeal of its lyrics, which depict passionate love, is irresistibly captivating.
While there aren’t any notable summer-specific descriptions, its late-June release and effervescent mood create a liberating feel that pairs perfectly with the brightness of the summer season!
PARTYGirls’ Generation (Shōjo Jidai)
A summer tune released in 2015 by Girls’ Generation, a legendary girl group.
After its digital release, it was included on their fifth album, LION HEART.
It perfectly blends the group’s signature glamour with their down-to-earth ease.
With simple, catchy lyrics and a fun rhythm, this song makes you want to sing along.
It’s great for a drive along the coast, and it’ll lift your mood even more when it comes on the radio! The members’ radiant, sparkling smiles are irresistible, too.
Listen while imagining the places you want to go and the things you want to do this summer.
PARTY will color your summer moments!
WhyTaeyeon
A midsummer anthem, a mix of tropical house and bass music.
This track is sung by Taeyeon, a member of Girls’ Generation—an idol group that took Japan by storm—and the group’s main vocalist.
Released in June 2016, it became a hit in no time.
She has also participated in various sub-units, actively performing as a member of TaeTiSeo and Oh!GG.
In these units, she serves as the main vocalist, and thanks to her acclaimed vocal ability, she is also active as a solo artist.
숨가빠(Breathless)ASTRO
It’s an irresistibly catchy pop tune that you’ll find yourself humming after just one listen.
The lyrics and composition are by Lee Ki-yong Bae, who has worked on many GFRIEND songs.
This kind of heart-fluttering track is truly his forte, isn’t it? The music video overflowing with ASTRO’s cuteness is absolutely delightful, too! The title “숨가빠” means being out of breath, expressing the feeling of falling in love.
The sound of the word is cute, isn’t it? It’s sure to hype up a summer in love! And from start to finish, ASTRO’s sheer cuteness makes this a truly “숨가빠” song!