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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Trendy songs from Korea: A roundup of hit songs (341–350)
Closer Than ThisJIMIN
A bilingual solo single released by Jimin, a member of the popular Korean group BTS, in December 2023.
It’s a fan song filled with deep love for ARMY.
The sweet, gentle vocals and relaxed vibe are striking.
This work also shines technically with falsetto and ad-libs.
The balance between English and Korean in the chorus is exquisite, drawing you into its soulful charm.
It’s sprinkled with messages ahead of BTS’s military enlistment, conveying warm feelings toward fans.
I hope ARMY will give this song—packed with Jimin’s sincere feelings—a listen.
I’ll Be ThereJIN
A track in which Jin, who hails from Korea, breaks new ground.
It’s a pop-rock song with a rockabilly touch, radiating a fresh, bright vibe that feels delightful.
It carries a warm message that reaches out to those who feel lonely, and just listening to it can lift your spirits.
The moment it was released on October 25, 2024, it sparked a huge international reaction.
It broke into Spotify’s global Top 10 and hit No.
1 on iTunes in over 70 countries.
The music video features an impressive impromptu performance under a bridge.
Serving as a pre-release single from the album “Happy,” due out in November, it has fans’ expectations soaring.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re feeling down or need an energy boost.
My Pleasure Is That You Ride The BentleyKimu Sunmin (Kimu Sunmin)
“My Pleasure Is That You Ride The Bentley” is a mid-tempo track by rapper Kim Seungmin.
It appears as the final song on his album “PROTOTYPE RESEARCH #0063,” released in October 2021.
The track continued to chart well into 2022 on various platforms in his home country, including Spotify and Melon.
With a nostalgic, autumnal atmosphere, Seungmin’s deep voice resonates pleasantly throughout.
Way HomeKim Soo Hyun
A ballad released in April 2024 by the hugely popular Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun.
It’s included as one of the OST tracks for the drama “Queen of Tears.” The bittersweet yet warm melody resonates as if looking back on the past.
Kim Soo-hyun’s expressive vocals sing of the hope of reclaiming lost love.
You can feel the courage to move forward even within its nostalgic atmosphere.
Even if you haven’t seen the drama, this song will make you feel the memories and bonds you share with someone dear.
Recommended for moments when you want to listen in a calm mood.
Dear my X(나의 X에게)KyoungSeo(경서)
A love song released in April 2022 by singer Kyungseo, who made waves with “Shiny Star.” Even among charts dominated by idol singers, it’s showing signs of becoming a long-running hit.
The song expresses the yearning for a former lover and is incredibly sweet.
Don’t you ever have those moments when memories of someone you’ve parted from suddenly come back, or they just pop into your head out of the blue? This song feels like it gently stays close to those honest feelings deep in your heart.
It carries a hint of nostalgia and even a touch of distinctly Japanese sentiment.
It also references “Cherry Blossom Ending,” a quintessential Korean spring song, making it a perfect track for the season.
Spring Song (feat. MIYEON ((G)I-DLE))LAS
A love song that evokes the refreshing arrival of spring has been born.
This collaboration between LAS and (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon is a digital single released on April 8, 2023.
LAS, hailing from Korea, are active as a singer-songwriter duo.
The sweet vocals of A빈 (A-bin) and 슬레이 (Slei) beautifully capture the flutter of love that resembles the beginning of spring.
Combined with Miyeon’s clear voice, they create a pleasant harmony.
The warm guitar sound is also memorable, making it a perfect track for a season when fresh greenery begins to sprout.
It’s highly recommended for that moment when the cold eases and you’re ready to take a new step forward.
NEW WOMAN feat. RosalíaLiSA
A powerful, truly global-feeling track born from a collaboration between Lisa from South Korea and Rosalía from Spain.
Its sound is striking, blending a driving, fast-paced beat with elements of trap and electropop.
The lyrics celebrate women’s strength and beauty, and the Y2K-inspired visuals add to its appeal.
Released in August 2024, the production—helmed by Max Martin and others—also drew attention.
It’s the perfect song for boosting your self-esteem or getting an energy lift.
The knight who can’t die and the silk cradleLucy
This is the eighth digital single by the Korean band LUCY.
It features a refreshing sound highlighted by member Shin Yechan’s violin, with vocalist Choi Sangyeop’s gentle voice resonating throughout.
An alternative pop-rock track themed around dark fantasy, it movingly sings of eternal love and the resolve to embrace destiny.
In the animated music video, the long journey of an armored knight and a child is beautifully depicted.
Perfect for relaxed listening.
It showcases a new side of LUCY, so be sure to check it out!
VillainLucy
Released in August 2024, this track deeply resonates with people living in contemporary society.
Its powerful guitar riffs and rhythms stand out, and the unique world it creates—woven from dance beats and melodic elements—is captivating.
The lyrics, portraying the conflict between self and society, are perfect for anyone searching for their true identity.
LUCY was formed on the 2019 audition program “Superband” and debuted in May 2020.
The band’s name is said to be inspired by a dog that lived at their practice studio.
This work leaves a strong impression with a modern rock atmosphere where light and darkness seem to intersect.
It’s highly recommended for moments when you want to face yourself.
HomeLim Young Woong(임영웅)
This is a song released in May 2024 by Lim Young-woong, a singer who enjoys immense popularity in Korea.
It’s one of a double single along with “Warm,” and Young-woong himself participated in writing the lyrics.
The song movingly depicts themes of friendship and support amidst loneliness.
The lyrics promise to be an umbrella on rainy days and a protective presence on sunny days, conveying a deep bond.
Its soothing melody gently stays by your side when your heart is weary, surely offering encouragement.
The message—asking you to look up at the lonely night sky and remember him—carries a sense of warmth.