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

EverydayMAMAMOO

[MV] MAMAMOO(마마무) _ Everyday(매일 봐요)

It’s a perfect spring song that captures a girl’s heart saying, ‘Always keep your eyes only on me.’ It’s a refreshing track—unlike their usual cool style—that suits spring perfectly.

If you watch the music video, with its distinctive pastel colors, first thing in the morning, it feels like you’ll be energized for the whole day.

취향저격 (MY TYPE)iKON

iKON – 취향저격(MY TYPE) M/V

It’s a song about finding a woman who perfectly matches his taste in looks and explaining exactly what about her is his type.

Wouldn’t a woman be happy to have a man praise her appearance this much? If a man sang this to the woman he’s interested in, she might really appreciate it.

Nice to meet you.TWS

TWS (Tours) 'Nice to meet you' Official MV

It’s a bright, poppy track included on boy group TWS’s Japanese debut single, “Hajimemashite.” Right after its release in July 2025, it shot to No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Rankings and quickly became a hot topic.

True to their “Boyhood Pop” concept, the song captures the excitement of that first meeting—perfect for a page out of youth.

The ticking clock and rewind-like sounds express a heart pounding so hard you wish time would stop.

The coupling track also includes the opening theme for the anime “A Bouquet for the Ugly.” It’s great for the start of a new romance or for embracing the anticipation of a fresh chapter in life.

Why not spend some time with this song, cherishing those fleeting, innocent feelings you can only experience right now?

Not AloneBOYS PLANET

[최종회] ♬Not Alone @FINAL TOP9 BATTLE | Mnet 230420 방송 [EN/JP]

This is a song by Boys Planet, a new-generation K-pop group from Korea, depicting the radiance of youth and the bonds between friends.

Released in April 2023, it also gained attention as the theme song for an audition program.

Set to a youthful, energetic melody, it conveys the idea of illuminating one another and the feelings for the days they’ve overcome together.

The resonant chorus blends with passionate vocals to bring a comforting warmth to listeners’ hearts.

Why not listen while reflecting on your own youth, feeling the importance of friends who are with you through both hard times and joyful moments?

Youth2YouthEPEX

EPEX(이펙스) – 청춘에게 M/V

It’s the title track from EPEX’s first full-length album, released in April 2024.

The lyrics, which vividly portray the brilliance and anxieties of youth, skillfully express the complex emotions of young people.

Messages like “Let’s shine a light” reflect youths who face forward even while carrying uncertainty.

The music video depicts the joys and loneliness that come with growing up, including scenes like a 20th birthday.

It’s a recommended song not only for those in the midst of their youth, but also for adults who feel nostalgic for days gone by.

Each listen is sure to give you the courage to live true to yourself!

Bubble GumNewJeans

NewJeans (뉴진스) ‘Bubble Gum’ Official MV

A sparkling, glittering pop number from the popular Korean girl group NewJeans.

It’s also included as the B-side on their double single “How Sweet,” released in May 2024.

The song expresses the frustration, sweetness, and flutter of being in love, layered with vivid, bubblegum-like imagery.

Its heart‑pounding sound evokes the exhilaration of a budding romance and is simply enchanting.

It’s also been a hot topic as the tie-in for a Japanese shampoo commercial.

Brimming with a pop, happy vibe, it’s perfect for anyone who wants to brighten their days and feel energized.

상남자 (Boy In Luv)BTS

[MV] BTS(방탄소년단) _ Boy In Luv(상남자)

The lyrics, about a delinquent boy’s first serious love, convey his earnest wish to become her oppa (boyfriend) even as she toys with his feelings.

They brilliantly capture a young man’s frustration at not understanding the complexities of a woman’s heart.

The performance in school uniforms looks really cool.