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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Trending songs in South Korea: A compilation of hit songs (261–270)
Love Me Like ThisNMIXX
NMIXX, who debuted with “O.O” in 2022.
Their 2023 release “Love Me Like This” is notable for a more pop-leaning sound that still makes the most of their signature energetic vibe.
It’s interesting how, over a bouncy beat, the melody sections are sung with a soft, R&B-like tone, while the chorus switches to a hip-hop-style repetition of the same phrase.
Also, the bridge features solo parts that highlight the members’ vocal abilities, so be sure to listen for that too!
Soñar (Breaker)NMIXX
A pre-released track from NMIXX, the JYP Entertainment girl group, off their second mini-album “Fe3O4: BREAK,” released in January 2024.
Rather than the heavy intensity often heard in recent K-pop hip-hop, it has a light, easygoing feel.
“Soñar” reportedly means “to dream” in Spanish.
True to its title, the lyrics portray forging your own path toward your dreams, giving you a push to take that first step.
With soaring high notes, tough rap, and a whistle register that hits ultra-high notes near the end, it’s a track that showcases NMIXX’s flexible and impressive vocal skills.
Young, Dumb, StupidNMIXX
Drawing attention for its unique musicality is “Young, Dumb, Stupid.” This is NMIXX’s first release since reorganizing at the end of 2022.
It was released as a pre-single for the mini album “expérgo.” Its standout feature is a distinctive melody that samples the French folk song “Frère Jacques.” The track blends stylishness with a cute, comical charm.
기장갈매기(Gijang`s Seagull)Na Hoon-A
A track included on the 2023 album Dawn, which drew attention for making every song a title track and producing a music video for each.
Its retro vibe and relaxed tempo are pleasantly soothing.
The music video for this song, which portrays the life of a man who stays true to his obligations, features Nafla himself.
He performs a dance reminiscent of a seagull, and the short dance-challenge videos became widely loved, surpassing 4 million hits.
Nafla is a legend who has led the Korean music scene, and in his recent releases he has incorporated trendy elements as well—perfectly embodying a charm that stays close to the public while continually updating itself.
Trendy Korean Songs: Hit Song Compilation (271–280)
Cool With YouNewJeans
NewJeans are a new-generation girl group creating a fresh concept that goes beyond any previous image of K-pop.
“Cool With You” is one of the triple title tracks from their second EP, Get Up, released in July 2023.
With a UK garage–style track and soft vocals that incorporate whisper tones, it feels instantly familiar.
Flowing gently from start to finish, it may be one of their least dynamic songs.
The lyrics, which express a desire for a partner to stay by their side and contemplate the future of a romance, also leave a strong impression.
GODS ft. NewJeansNewJeans
A track delivered as the official theme song for the global tournament of the multiplayer game League of Legends.
NewJeans, the group leading a new era of K-pop, handled the vocals, and it was released in October 2023.
It’s a grand piece built on a powerful sound.
South Korea has long had a vibrant online gaming scene, and the song reflects a connection to that culture.
Its lyrics evoke the world of LoL and the intensity and rigor of esports, stoking the listener’s fighting spirit.
New JeansNewJeans
NewJeans is a five-member girl group.
They’ve always had many distinctive tracks like “OMG” and “Ditto,” but “New Jeans,” released in 2023, is a dance tune that blends elements from various genres, further refining their unique style.
Instead of a simple EDM-style structure that makes you want to start dancing right away, it features a mysterious melody where you can’t quite tell where the chorus is, paired with a shady-sounding synthesizer.
Once you hear it, its addictiveness will have you hooked!