[Youth Songs] Various K-POP & Korean Youth Anthems
Even though youth is portrayed differently from country to country, I believe it’s something that undeniably exists.
For those spending their days as students, of course—and even after becoming adults—there are surely times when you feel that sparkling emotion in your fulfilling days.
Whether it’s in shining moments or times of inner conflict, youth songs are always there to stay close to our hearts.
In this article, we’ve picked out many K-pop and Korean tracks among such songs of youth.
Friendship, romance, dreams, and more.
Please listen and let them overlap with your own feelings in many different ways.
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[Youth Songs] Various K-POP & Korean Youth Songs (71–80)
SHAKE ITSISTAR
It’s a song that makes anyone want to shout “SHAKE IT” and start dancing as soon as they hear it.
If you shake your hips and dance, you’ll have a blast, and it’s sure to bring friends closer together.
It might also be a good chance to let your charm explode in front of a guy you’re interested in.
In any case, it’s an irresistibly catchy track.
이상형(Ideal Type)CATCH THE YOUNG
This is a digital single released in June 2025 by Catch The Young, a band that champions “youthful pop rock.” Riding on a refreshing sound that fuses synth-pop with classic rock, it portrays a love that’s awkward yet earnest.
After singing about a journey of adventure on their album “Catch The Young: Fragments of Odyssey,” here they reveal a new side: the racing heartbeat of first love.
You may find yourself relating to the nervousness of facing your crush and the frustrating inability to put your feelings into words.
It’s the perfect companion for a summer drive or stroll, sure to evoke that sweet-and-sour feeling of youth.
Summer Was YouH1-KEY
This is a track by H1-KEY that’s drawing attention for its healthy beauty and solid talent.
Included on the album “Lovestruck,” released in June 2025, it features a driving band sound reminiscent of anime rock.
The song nostalgically portrays the sparkle of a summer that has passed and the bittersweet memories of young love.
It’s as if you can hear the protagonist’s wistful monologue, musing, “If only, back then…” Listen to it at dusk as summer fades, and it might make you sentimental, recalling your own youthful days.
[Youth Songs] Various K-POP and Korean Youth Songs (81–90)
Passionate Goodbye ft. 성시경PSY
Released in 2012 as a track on Part 1 of the sixth album, Psy 6 (Six Rules).
It’s a remake of a classic song released in 2007 by Yoo Hee-yeol—also known as TOY—who’s familiar to many as a TV host.
The title, which means “A Hot Goodbye,” features lyrics that evoke memories of youthful days.
Keeping the emotional core intact, the arrangement gives it a more accessible, enjoyable feel.
It portrays the cathartic outpouring of a friend’s heartbreak, overlapping with the image of belting it out at karaoke.
While it reads as a breakup song from the singer’s perspective, it’s also recommended as a piece that transcends borders, offering companionship to a heartbroken friend.
VoyagerCATCH THE YOUNG
This is the title track from Fragments of Odyssey, the second mini album by Catch The Young, a five-member boy band from South Korea.
Centered on a journey transcending time and space, it’s striking for its strong message that celebrates curiosity about the unknown and the courage to explore it.
The poppy, energetic sound leaves you feeling bright and refreshed.
Released in April 2024, the song is a hope-filled anthem that cheers on everyone pursuing their dreams.
It’s a wonderful, uplifting track I’d recommend to anyone looking to take on something new.
Long Chat (#♥)aespa
The four-member girl group from South Korea, aespa, offers a refreshing portrayal of friendship in the digital age with this track.
Included on their first full-length album, Armageddon, released on May 27, 2024, the song depicts young people strengthening their bonds through late-night online chats.
The lyrics skillfully weave in social media–specific expressions and hashtags, leaving a strong impression.
Paired with a colorful, humor-filled music video, it vividly captures the shape of modern friendship.
It’s the perfect song for those lively moments when you want to chat and have fun with friends.
La La LoveNCT DREAM
A pop tune packed with the exhilarating energy of youth that makes you want to break out of the everyday and set off on an adventure! It’s a track from the first mini album “We Young,” released in August 2017, and a special number with member Mark participating in the lyrics.
Alongside its light, breezy melody comes a message to cherish this very moment before it’s too late.
With a refreshing portrayal of a free spirit chasing the wind and the flutter of young love, just listening fills you with excitement! Perfect for anyone who wants to savor that open, summertime feeling or relive their youth.