[Youth Songs] Various K-POP & Korean Youth Anthems

Kakurenba (Korean Ver.)PLAVE

PLAVE ‘숨바꼭질 (Hide and Seek)’ M/V (Performance Ver.)

A pop-rock number released in September 2025 by PLAVE, the virtual idol group that debuted in 2023.

It’s the Korean version of the single that was released in Japan in July of the same year and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Using “hide-and-seek” as a metaphor for the passage of time and the emotional distance in the present, the song weaves together the brilliance and bittersweetness of youth over a nostalgic sound.

The band-oriented sound, crafted with the members’ own involvement, overflows with feeling and is deeply emotional—much like a real-life group.

The musicality they showcased on their mini-album ‘Caligo Pt.1’ is on full display here as well.

Perfect for when you want to feel that end-of-summer melancholy.

UNIVERSEEPEX

EPEX(이펙스) – UNIVERSE M/V

A new song by the boy group EPEX, released in November 2024.

It was included as the title track of their second full-length album.

Centered on the theme of youth and the struggles of growth, the song portrays the members finding their own “universe” through a journey of friendship and self-discovery.

Built in a modern K-pop style that fuses powerful beats with electropop elements, it also features standout performance aspects.

Dynamic group choreography and delicate partner work underscore the song’s message.

Recommended for those in love or anyone seeking an emotional, special moment.

잘자요 굿나잇B1A4

[MV] B1A4 _ Baby good night(잘자요 굿나잇)

It’s a song about telling her “good night,” then secretly changing into his favorite clothes without letting her or anyone around him know, and heading out to play all night.

It feels like a slightly mischievous boy setting off to explore the world outside—capturing a sense of youthfulness and charm.

I Loved YouDAY6

DAY6 “I Loved You” M/V

This song is about a former lover you can’t forget—the more you loved them, the more it hurts.

It poignantly expresses the feeling that, because you truly loved them, you can’t bring yourself to resent them even if you try.

Despite its bright melody, it doesn’t feel somber; instead, it gently soothes a wounded heart.

Somethin Kinda CrazyRed Velvet

레드벨벳 Red Velvet[4K직캠]somethin kinda crazy@20160419 Rock Music

Among Red Velvet’s many cute songs, this one stands out for its especially adorable lyrics.

Comparing a loved one to a star, it tells the story of two people who meet across galaxies and the universe.

With its fairy tale-like narrative, the song is perfect for girls dreaming of teenage romance.

아무렇지 않은 척 (I’m Fine)VICTON

[MV] VICTON(빅톤) _ I’m fine(아무렇지 않은 척)

It’s a song that captures the feelings of a man who acts indifferent in front of the woman he likes, pretending nothing’s going on while secretly holding back his feelings for her.

It accurately portrays an innocent guy who deliberately behaves coldly to get her attention.

마지막 첫사랑 (My First and Last)NCT DREAM

NCT DREAM 엔시티 드림 ‘마지막 첫사랑 (My First and Last)’ MV

A song depicting a boy who realizes his first love and runs straight toward it.

Although it’s a first love, the ability to sing that there will be no next love and that it will likely be the last is something only NCT DREAM, all in their teens, could do.

In the music video, they perform their feelings toward a female teacher.