Popular songs on Korean TikTok & K-pop and trending tracks
In recent years, it’s become standard for hit songs to emerge from TikTok.
Here, we’ll focus on popular songs on TikTok in South Korea.
TikTok is also popular in Korea, and many people are paying attention from angles like K-pop-centered choreography, as well as the uniquely video-driven appeal—vibes, style, and humor.
There are songs trending with dance challenges, chart-toppers, and even hits tied to Japanese music and anime!
These tracks, loved on TikTok for easy, casual enjoyment, are all wonderful—so be sure to give them a proper listen.
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Popular songs on Korean TikTok & K-pop and trending songs (51–60)
LOOK AT METwice
An upbeat pop dance number included on the album “Twicetagram.” It also comes with the story that Wonder Girls’ Woo Hye-rim, a senior to TWICE, took part in its production, giving it a finish that reflects JYP Entertainment’s close ties.
Released in October 2017, it gained even greater popularity on social media from 2024 onward, spreading as the so-called “Look Dance,” which highlights its cute choreography.
Covered by junior idols such as aespa’s Winter, it remains a long-loved hit.
Many listeners are sure to be charmed by its adorable portrayal of a crush, addictive melody, and TWICE’s signature positive appeal.
It’s a classic you’ll definitely want to know.
I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon
A highly memorable second single featuring a music video set entirely in the same location.
Aimyon’s masterful lyricism, laying bare the anxieties of being in love, is seriously cool.
Although it was released in 2017, it seems to have gained a lot of traction thanks to short videos on TikTok and Instagram Reels.
The fact that BTS’s SUGA mentioned it as a song he often listens to may have further boosted its popularity.
It has even charted on platforms like Apple Music and continues to enjoy a long-running hit status.
Love Theorytaeyon (teyon) X wonshutain (wonstein)
Love Theory is a love song that lyrically captures the feeling of falling in love.
It’s an urban hip-hop number by NCT’s Taeyong in collaboration with rapper Wonstein, digitally released via SM STATION in April 2022.
It reached No.
1 on Melon’s “TikTok Weekly Chart 30” and has been used in various challenge videos.
Its stylish vibe also makes it great as background music.
The ad-libbed runs in the instrumental break over the brass sound are irresistibly cool!
MalatanghuluEVE SEO
A sweet-and-sour love song released in April 2024 by 12-year-old Korean artist Eve So.
By contrasting malatang and tanghulu, it expresses the complexities of first love, and the lyrics about her feelings for an upperclassman are irresistibly cute.
The viral “Malatang-hulu” dance challenge on TikTok perfectly captures those fluttery, wavering emotions.
With a poppy melody and rhythmic beat, it’s incredibly catchy and instantly uplifting.
As a youth romance anthem, it’s perfect for hyping up with friends.
The track has gained popularity both in Korea and abroad and was released on multiple music platforms.
Popular songs on Korean TikTok & K-pop and trending songs (61–70)
PookieFIFTY FIFTY
A bright, bubblegum-pop–based number and one of the double title tracks from girl group FIFTY FIFTY’s album “Day & Night,” released in April 2025.
It fully showcases the group’s fresh appeal as they make a new start following member changes.
The track stands out for its addictive hook and vocals that weave delicate emotion into innocent cuteness.
The music video—where the members face themselves in a dreamlike, fantastical world—offers plenty of visual delight.
The “fishing dance,” which mimics casting and reeling a rod, also became a hot topic among fans worldwide on TikTok.
It’s the perfect song when you want a mood boost or a little thrill.
NILLILI MAMBOBlock B
“NILLILI MAMBO” is a lively hip-hop tune by the Korean boy group Block B.
The song features a kissing-like phrase partway through, and people use that moment to transform in their videos! The gesture of covering the camera with your hand as if blowing a kiss looks like an easy pose even for beginners.
There are also people who imitate the leader Zico, so besides transformation-style clips, there are many different kinds of videos—be sure to check them out!
FACENu’Est
The song causing a buzz for topping TikTok’s music chart at the end of 2022 is FACE.
It’s the debut single from the boy group NU’EST, originally released in 2012.
In other words, it clinched the No.
1 spot 12 years after its release! Its cool lyrics and the catchy, easy-to-copy choreography are likely reasons it’s been embraced by TikTok users.
First, check out the chorus choreography in the music video.
