K-pop to color your Instagram stories: recommended Korean songs

RUNBTS

BTS (Bangtan Boys) ‘RUN -Japanese Ver.-‘ Official MV

BTS, the Korean idol group with worldwide popularity.

Beyond their good looks, their polished dance performances and vocals, and even their individual personalities, they showcase their charm in every aspect.

Naturally, they’ve left behind numerous iconic songs.

Among them, RUN is especially popular for Instagram Stories.

Its stylish, smoothly flowing melody is perfect for setting the tone when sharing your summer memories, don’t you think?

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Hype BoyNewJeans

NewJeans (뉴진스) ‘Hype Boy’ Official MV (Performance ver.1)

A track from NewJeans’ debut EP “New Jeans” packed with the flutter of youth and the thrill of love, it also drew major attention on social media.

Co-written by member Hanni, the song weaves in R&B elements from the ’90s to early 2000s and portrays a dreamy crush with a fresh perspective.

Its comfortable sound—blending synth-pop and electronic music—paired with lyrics inspired by Alice in Wonderland, makes it perfect for savoring those fleeting moments when love seems to be in the air.

From trending dance appeal to a stylish, emotional mood, it will add a vivid touch to your videos.

Make Me HappyWhee In

휘인(Whee In) – 오묘해(Make Me Happy) MV

A track that captures the mysterious allure of love, woven by Korean songstress Wheein.

It’s included on her mini-album “WHEE,” released in January 2022.

While yearning to understand the other person’s heart, the song deftly portrays the subtle feelings that arise in the process.

A world unfolds that feels straight out of Alice in Wonderland.

Set to a laid-back R&B sound, Wheein’s sweet vocals resonate pleasantly.

It depicts the emotions of savoring an ambiguous relationship—perfect for those in love.

Use it in your Instagram story to quietly express your feelings, or add it to your nighttime drive playlist.

Say My NameMIYEON

미연 (MIYEON) ‘Say My Name’ Official Music Video

In her solo activities in November 2025, Miyeon delivered a pop ballad steeped in the lingering afterglow of a farewell.

While she’s known for dynamic tracks with (G)I-DLE, this title song from her second solo mini-album, “MY, Lover,” layers a clear, pure vocal over the spacious interplay of delicate piano melodies and a rhythmic beat, richly portraying the call of a loved one that doesn’t fade even after parting.

The lingering memory of a name that echoes like reverb, and a sense of time that drifts between dreams and reality, are carefully woven together, conveying a moving stance of acceptance rather than actively trying to forget.

The beauty of her vocal delivery stands out against the understated accompaniment, precisely because it is stripped of excessive ornamentation.

It’s a song you’ll want to play on a long autumn night.

Blue ValentineNMIXX

NMIXX(엔믹스) “Blue Valentine” M/V

The title track from NMIXX, the girl group under JYP Entertainment, off their first full-length album “Blue Valentine,” released in October 2025.

Embodying the album’s key theme of the paradox of love, the song paints the pain that comes precisely from loving deeply in shades of “blue.” Opening with melancholic synths, it blends boom‑bap rhythms with pop‑rock‑leaning guitar riffs—an elevated take on NMIXX’s signature “MIXXPOP.” From mid-October, it took first place consecutively on five major Korean music programs and made its presence felt on charts at home and abroad.

A track that stirs listeners’ emotions with a driving sound imbued with poignant sorrow.

Soda PopSaja Boys

Saja Boys – Soda Pop (Official Lyric Video) | K-Pop Demon Hunters | Netflix

This is a track by the group Saja Boys from the Netflix animated film “KPOP Girls! Demon Hunters.” Though fictional, they’ve been stirring up the real music scene—ranking on U.S.

music charts by July 2025.

At first listen, it’s a classic idol song with the fizz and freshness of popping soda! But the lyrics aren’t a sweet love song; they actually express the very desires of their true identities: demons that devour souls.

That duality—the sparkling idol façade and the dark nature hidden beneath—really grabs you, doesn’t it? You might just get hooked on the sweet melody of this piece, the “first trap” in the story.

LOOK AT METwice

LOOK AT ME

An upbeat pop dance number included on the album “Twicetagram.” It also comes with the story that Wonder Girls’ Woo Hye-rim, a senior to TWICE, took part in its production, giving it a finish that reflects JYP Entertainment’s close ties.

Released in October 2017, it gained even greater popularity on social media from 2024 onward, spreading as the so-called “Look Dance,” which highlights its cute choreography.

Covered by junior idols such as aespa’s Winter, it remains a long-loved hit.

Many listeners are sure to be charmed by its adorable portrayal of a crush, addictive melody, and TWICE’s signature positive appeal.

It’s a classic you’ll definitely want to know.