Trendy songs in South Korea: A roundup of hit songs
These days, K-culture—centered around K-pop—has become mainstream in Japan, hasn’t it?
One of the defining elements of K-culture is surely its music.
Here, we’ll be introducing some of the latest hit songs from Korea!
We’ve picked out tracks lighting up various charts: not only songs by popular idols, but also artists with enduring support in genres like trot and ballads, as well as Japanese songs that are gaining popularity in Korea.
There are countless amazing masterpieces, so feel free to use summaries like this as a starting point and dive deeper!
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FOCUSHearts2Hearts
Hearts2Hearts, debuted by SM Entertainment in February 2025, has continued to actively release new songs, dropping the title track of their first mini-album “FOCUS” in October.
Built on a house-inspired four-on-the-floor beat, the track features a striking vintage-style piano riff.
Portraying the immersive feeling of a love that makes you lose yourself and think of nothing else, it coolly expresses a psychological state where your gaze and attention converge into a single point.
The music video sets a school-like set against a dark-toned palette, showcasing a mature allure through sleek choreography.
Shifting from glittering pop to restrained, grown-up dance music, this is a great pick for when you want to sink into the vibe at the club at a relaxed pace.
SPAGHETTI (feat. j-hope of BTS)LE SSERAFIM
A track featuring BTS’s j-hope was released in October 2025.
Issued as the title track of the group’s first single album, “Spaghetti,” it blends alternative pop and funk, weaving bouncing bass with tight, hard-edged drums.
Packed into a runtime of just over two minutes, the song is engineered for high addictiveness, delivering hook after hook.
Like spaghetti intertwining, the lyrics unfold self-referential metaphors—“it won’t leave your head,” “it’s addictive”—positioning LE SSERAFIM themselves as an irresistible presence.
The concept is intriguing, and international reception has been strong, including their first-ever top-50 entry on the UK charts.
It’s a track that showcases a fresh charm—pop-savvy with a vibrant street feel.
BURNING UPMEOVV
MEOVV is a multinational group that debuted under THE BLACK LABEL, led by TEDDY, known for his work with BLACKPINK.
Their digital single released in October 2025 is a dance track rooted in Jersey club, centered on a message of passionate, self-driven determination to move forward without hesitation.
The imagery of burning away doubt and charging straight toward what you want, spreading like a wildfire, is striking.
Members Narin and Gawon contributed to the lyrics, and the interplay between provocative English phrases and Korean parts gives the track a finish tailored for the global market.
This song sharpens the sonic palette expanded on the album “MY EYES OPEN VVIDE” into something directly aimed at the dance floor, fully showcasing the group’s appeal—a fusion of unwavering strength and smooth finesse.
Blue ValentineNMIXX
The title track from NMIXX, the girl group under JYP Entertainment, off their first full-length album “Blue Valentine,” released in October 2025.
Embodying the album’s key theme of the paradox of love, the song paints the pain that comes precisely from loving deeply in shades of “blue.” Opening with melancholic synths, it blends boom‑bap rhythms with pop‑rock‑leaning guitar riffs—an elevated take on NMIXX’s signature “MIXXPOP.” From mid-October, it took first place consecutively on five major Korean music programs and made its presence felt on charts at home and abroad.
A track that stirs listeners’ emotions with a driving sound imbued with poignant sorrow.
OVERDRIVETWS
TWS is a boy group from PLEDIS Entertainment that debuted in January 2024.
Embracing a genre they call “Boyhood Pop,” centered on the everyday life and emotions of youth, they released their 4th mini album ‘play hard’ in October 2025, and this is the title track.
It’s a rock-leaning number that opens with an explosive guitar riff, capturing the thrill and unstoppable rush of falling in love with a driving, fast-paced sound.
Stepping beyond their previously refreshing image, it’s an ambitious work that showcases the fervor and resolve of youth.
The music video—built around a game-like confession simulation concept—is a must-see as well.
Blending elements of pop-punk and funk, the song has a refreshing vibe that’s perfect when you’re in the mood for energetic music.
OMGNewJeans
No sooner had they debuted than NewJeans stirred up a fresh breeze in the K-pop scene.
This is a track they released in 2023 that drew global attention, even making headlines for setting the fastest record to surpass 10 million views.
Are they singing about unexpected joy? It feels like a love song yet carries a complex vibe, leaving room for various interpretations and perspectives.
The music video has also inspired many theories, and while its mysterious worldbuilding is captivating, their cute performance and nostalgic charm shine through as well.
idolYOASOBI
It became the first Japanese-language song to reach No.
1 on Billboard’s Global Excl.
U.S.
chart—a killer tune from 2023 that’s hitting fast.
As the theme song for the anime “Oshi no Ko,” it reflects the strong popularity of Japanese anime in Korea as well, and on TikTok many idols like TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, and ENHYPEN are dancing to it.
The song is packed with impact and catchy appeal.
It’s also ranking high on Korean charts for subscription services like YouTube Music and Apple Music.
Even among YOASOBI’s explosive hits, this situation is unprecedented; it looks set to sweep not only Korea but the entire world.