[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 (111–120)
When the Day ComesTOMORROW X TOGETHER
A delicate song woven with the warm resonance of acoustic guitar, brimming with the bittersweetness and hope of youth.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER joins the OST for tvN’s drama “Someday, a Wise Resident Life.” Members Soobin and Yeonjun make cameo appearances in the series, adding sparkle to the much-talked-about scene where they perform as the fictional idol group “HI-BOYZ.” Since its release in May 2025, the song’s candid portrayal of pure young love and the members’ refreshing vocals have continued to captivate both drama fans and K-pop listeners.
A gem of a track, highly recommended for anyone seeking a fresh, pure love song.
[Youth Songs] Various K-POP & Korean Youth Songs (121–130)
CBZ (Prime time)BSS (SEVENTEEN)
An energetic song with a positive message that incorporates elements of swing jazz and country.
It’s the title track of TELEPARTY, the second single album by BSS, a subunit of SEVENTEEN, released on January 8, 2025.
Characterized by a light, upbeat rhythm and humorous melody, it’s a track that invigorates listeners.
Emphasizing the importance of enjoying each day, this work is perfect for those feeling stressed or tired.
The music video features celebrities such as actor Moon Sang-hoon and Uhm Jung-hwa, making it even more enjoyable.
GOLucy
This song was released as the first OST for the fantasy human drama “High School Return of a Gangster,” which is based on a web novel.
The vocalist is Choi Sang-yeop, frontman of the band LUCY, known for their distinctive violin-driven sound.
It exudes the radiant atmosphere characteristic of LUCY, with an upbeat band sound, refreshing melody, and soaring high-tone vocals that lift your spirits.
JUMP!MIRAE
A breezy pop tune by MIRAE, the boy group that debuted under DSP Media in 2021.
Released as the title track of their fifth mini-album, “Boys will be Boys,” it continues the youth-themed series from their previous work.
With lyrics woven around basketball, the song signals the start of a romance and conveys the fluttering excitement of gradually rising emotions.
It’s hip-hop flavored, yet the chorus is super refreshing! The bouncing rhythm and the members’ fresh energy are sure to lift your spirits.
Beautiful RestrictionNewJeans
A track released in September 2023 as part of the OST for the Netflix drama “A Time Called You.” It’s a remake by the sensational NewJeans of Kim Jong-seo’s 1996 song “Beautiful Restriction.” The tempo is slower, shifting the original’s lively vibe into something nostalgic and emo.
NewJeans’ subtly retro style meshes perfectly with the song’s world, making it a superb remake.
The cute, romantic lyrics are lovely too—it’s a love song that expresses how love can change a person for the better.
MiracleSUPER JUNIOR
A bright, breezy melody that fuses bubblegum pop with dance music, this track from SUPER JUNIOR’s debut album “SuperJunior05” will get your heart racing.
A powerhouse presence in the Korean music scene, they released this youthful pop number in December 2005.
Its energetic rhythm and approachable choreography captivated many fans, sparking major buzz abroad as well, including reaching No.
1 on Thailand’s Channel V chart.
With lyrics themed around a miraculous encounter and love, the song delivers warm hope to listeners.
It’s the perfect pick when you want to charge up with positive energy or lift your spirits.
My Ultimate First Love10cm
This song by 10CM, a singer-songwriter from South Korea, poignantly captures the ache of first love.
Its clear, airy melody and 10CM’s warm vocals quietly nestle into the listener’s heart.
Many will likely relate to the image of someone who can now sing, with a smile, the feelings they once couldn’t put into words for their unrequited love—embracing the person they’ve grown into.
Released in May 2023, the track sparked buzz, including a flash mob challenge involving around a thousand participants.
When you feel like looking back on your first love, why not give it a listen?