SHINee's Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Poet | ArtistSHINee29rank/position

SHINee 샤이니 ‘Poet | Artist’ MV

The title track of the single album released by SHINee, a boy group now in their 17th year, to mark this milestone.

This song is a special piece that the late member Jonghyun participated in writing and composing during his lifetime, and it also features his vocals.

Blending electro-pop with reggae rhythms, it explores a theme of bringing poetic freedom into everyday life.

Following its release in May 2025, it sold 216,594 copies in its first week, setting a new all-time record for the group.

The work embodies the deep bond among the members and their respect for Jonghyun, making it a moving release for longtime fans.

SaviorSHINee30rank/position

SHINee – SAVIOR [FEMALE VERSION]

A funky dance tune that starts with Onew’s English narration.

The lyrics convey that “she takes everything away from me, yet she is also a savior and like a grand gift,” sensually expressing how he is completely dominated by her.

Stand By MeSHINee31rank/position

SHINee 샤이니 ‘Stand By Me’ SMTOWN LIVE in NEW YORK

This is a track from the original soundtrack of the Korean drama Boys Over Flowers.

It has been remade in Japanese.

Although it isn’t included on any of SHINee’s albums, it’s a song that has been loved for a long time.

Its easy-to-remember melody and lyrics depicting a boy’s first love are truly heartwarming.

Like A FireSHINee32rank/position

Like A Fire

This is a song included on an album released in South Korea in 2013.

It’s a track that likens the singer’s feelings for the other person to fire, expressing the heat of those emotions to a short, driving rhythm.

The “Oh No!” and “Hot Hot” parts are crowd-pleasers that get audiences hyped at concerts.

The sections about not being able to convey one’s feelings well shift to a slightly calmer melody, letting you feel the emotional build-up.

For a thousand years, stay by my side forever…SHINee33rank/position

SHINee – “A Thousand Years, Always Stay by My Side…” Music Video

From the title, I expected a lonely, sad song, but the lyrics are full of hope and the track has a lively bounce.

It pleasantly defied my expectations.

The imagery evoked by the words drew me straight into the world of the music video.

The slightly painful yet moving MV unfolds like a self-contained drama.

3 2 1SHINee34rank/position

SHINee — 「3 2 1」Music Video

It’s a high-energy rock tune that’ll make your body start moving before you know it.

Released in December 2013 as SHINee’s ninth Japanese single, it was used as the theme song for the TV Tokyo drama “Tokyo Toy Box.” The lyrics feature gaming terms like “save” and “drag & drop,” using life as a game metaphor to deliver a message about pushing forward and overcoming setbacks.

The cheer-like rhythm and Taemin’s androgynous vocals leave a strong impression.

They performed it live at venues including Nippon Gaishi Hall in Nagoya and Yoyogi National Gymnasium First Gymnasium in Tokyo, sending fans into a frenzy.

It’s the perfect song for anyone determined to move forward positively without fearing challenges or change.

Breaking NewsSHINee35rank/position

SHINee – 「Breaking News」Music Video (full ver.)

The music video is dark, while the costumes are orange.

The visual beauty, built from a color combination you don’t see elsewhere, is captivating.

The sound is delightful to the ear and packed with positive elements.

When I’m troubled, I want to sing this song to clear my head and feel refreshed.