Recommended K-pop for the morning: Korean wake-up songs
Do you all set an alarm to wake up? I bet some of you even use your favorite songs.
For that moment when you wake up—right at the start of your day—I’ve put together a selection of K-pop and Korean songs that are perfect! From energetic tracks that get you pumped to gentle tunes that wake you softly, this is a must-listen list of K-pop wake-up songs that’ll have you out of bed in no time.
Try comparing different styles and find what suits you for a pleasant morning! Wishing you a happy day!
Recommended K-pop for the morning: Korean wake-up songs (1–10)
만세(MANSAE)SEVENTEEN
A number overflowing with SEVENTEEN’s fresh charm that brings a breezy sense of refreshment.
It’s the title track from their 2015 mini album “BOYS BE.” Doesn’t falling in love make every day more fun? That world filled with fluttering excitement and hope brightens up your morning, and its classic, old-school K-pop feel—different from recent trends—is so lovely.
SEVENTEEN’s cuteness will make your heart skip a beat and have you wanting to keep on dreaming (lol).
With its easy-to-groove rhythm, it puts you in a go-getter mood from the morning—perfect as an alarm!
Hare HareTwice
This song from TWICE is especially recommended when you want to charge up your energy from the morning.
With its catchy pop vibe, it’s sure to make you feel like dancing the moment you listen.
The lyrics carry a message of blowing away worries and sadness, lifting your spirits.
Released in May 2023, this track was created for their stadium tour in Japan, TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR ‘READY TO BE’ in JAPAN.
The music video is visually appealing as well, featuring the “Hare Hare dance” and weather-controlling fairies.
So, how about making this vibrant track your wake-up song to start a wonderful day?
Lucky Girl SyndromeILLIT
A happy song by the girl group ILLIT that makes a refreshing morning even more uplifting.
Featured on their debut album “SUPER REAL ME,” this track shines with a light, upbeat rhythm, catchy guitar phrases, and a cute whistle.
Its melodic, memorable lines and lyrics that celebrate small everyday joys make the morning air feel even more pleasant.
Released in March 2024, the album has surpassed 500,000 in sales.
With vocals and performances brimming with positive energy, this is the perfect track for your morning playlist, boosting your mood from the moment you wake up.
DNABTS
This song, “DNA,” which starts with Jungkook whistling, really gives you a burst of energy, doesn’t it? It’s a track where you can feel BTS’s high level of skill and performance in the vocals, dance, and more.
I’ve heard that Tsukasa Saito from Trendy Angel and Hyunmin from RAINS use it as their wake-up song.
It’s also great to listen to in the morning—perfect for starting your day off right!
파이팅 해야지 (Feat. 이영지)부석순 (SEVENTEEN)
BSS, a sub-unit of SEVENTEEN.
Their song ‘Fighting (Feat.
Lee Young Ji)’ is an upbeat dance tune that’s perfect for the morning.
You can really enjoy each member’s uniquely distinctive voice in this track—fans will love it! Set it as your alarm, and you’ll probably feel like dancing as soon as you wake up.
It’s also great not just in the morning but whenever you’re tired from studying or work.
With the song’s positive energy, you can power through tough times!
CHEER UPTwice
CHEER UP was the song that gave TWICE their big break.
It’s a lively, poppy track that’s quintessentially TWICE! Sana’s “shy shy shy” is adorable, too.
It’s super cute in the video as well, and it’s sure to lift your spirits both through your ears and your eyes! It’s also a great recommendation as a wake-up song for days when you want to start off with a bang.
It’s included on their 2016 album Page Two.
Morning CallASTRO
A wake-up song that’s exactly what the title says—Morning Call! ASTRO’s refreshing vocals resonate pleasantly, and the rap that comes in midway feels just right.
The members’ harmony is fantastic.
It’s a track that lets you savor both the cuteness of wanting to get closer to someone you like and those heart-fluttering feelings, making it perfect for mornings! It’s included on their 2016 album Spring Up.