A Korean song you often hear on TikTok. Trending K-pop.
In the Reiwa era, TikTok has become indispensable to the music scene, hasn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce Korean songs you often hear on TikTok!
Focusing mainly on K-pop—which is hugely popular on Japanese TikTok—we’ve got plenty of tracks that sparked buzz.
In recent years, as TikTok has taken root, the ways we enjoy music have expanded beyond just listening to sharing the experience of watching and participating.
From K-pop dance tunes to chart-topping hits, let’s dive into the catchy, irresistible fun!
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Korean songs often heard on TikTok. Trending K-POP (71–80)
RICA RICANATURE
When it comes to TikTok dance videos, there’s a common image that songs with simple choreography are the most popular.
However, there are also tracks that caught fire precisely because of their high difficulty.
One of those is “RICA RICA” by the girl group NATURE.
This song incorporates elements from various genres.
First, the choreography—considered quite difficult—is based on African dance.
In addition, the first half of the song has an Arabic flavor, while the latter half strongly reflects the feel of trot, a genre of Korean enka.
Be sure to check it out yourself to see how it all comes together.
SET ME FREETwice
A leading girl group in the K-pop scene, TWICE released a powerful track in March 2023 from their album “READY TO BE,” themed around freedom and love.
Its groovy disco sound and retro-futuristic synths resonate pleasantly.
The lyrics are striking as they boldly unleash emotions hidden deep inside and express the resolve to risk everything for love.
The song drew international attention, with a performance on the popular American show “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and a peak at No.
28 on the Billboard Global 200.
Beloved on TikTok—especially for its dance—this track is the perfect anthem for moments when you want to break out of your shell and take a bold new step.
Really Like YouGyubin
A sweet-and-sour love song released by singer-songwriter Gyubin in January 2024.
Shining with youthful sensibility and pop savvy, the track breezily captures the flutter of love at first sight and the feelings of being in love.
Gyubin’s signature cute vocals and the open, liberating vibe of the music video—shot in Phuket, Thailand—are also appealing.
A spring version was released in April, offering a fresh take with seasonal flair.
On TikTok, it’s widely used as BGM for stan-activity clips and vlogs, gaining popularity across social media.
It’s a song that resonates with the heart of a girl in love, making it perfect as background music for scenes brimming with romance.
Korean songs you often hear on TikTok. Trending K-pop (81–90)
TOMBOY(G)I-DLE
(G)I-DLE is a female idol group that has won numerous music awards in South Korea.
Their musical range spans from dazzling pop to passionate electronica.
Their 2022 track “TOMBOY” went viral on TikTok with dance videos featuring many artists, including TWICE’s Sana and Jihyo.
It delivers a passionate sound that brilliantly crosses over rock and electronica.
Give a listen to their powerful, borderless vocals.
Good Boy Gone BadTXT(TOMORROW X TOGETHER)
The GBGB dance features a memorable choreography that conveys a farewell with a side-to-side head tilt.
The song that went viral through TikTok dance videos is “Good Boy Gone Bad.” It was created by TOMORROW X TOGETHER, a male idol group that has made numerous appearances on Japanese music programs.
Its electro sound is marked by passionate guitar tones, and their cool yet dazzling choral work is effortlessly versatile.
Korean celebrities like ENHYPEN’s Sunghoon and rapper Jessi have also taken on the dance, so be sure to check it out.
Smoke (Prod. Dynamicduo, Padi)Dynamicduo · Lee Young Ji
In the fall of 2023, the hip-hop track “Smoke (Prod.
Dynamicduo, Padi)” has become a hit in Korea.
It’s a song from the dance survival show Street Woman Fighter Season 2, which has become a social phenomenon, and it’s spreading on social media as a dance challenge.
Many K-pop idols, including BTS’s V, have joined in and boosted the hype.
Dynamicduo’s creative power and headstrong style shine through in the lyrics, and the cool rap by the popular female rapper Lee Young Ji stands out.
NILLILI MAMBOBlock B
“NILLILI MAMBO” is a lively hip-hop tune by the Korean boy group Block B.
The song features a kissing-like phrase partway through, and people use that moment to transform in their videos! The gesture of covering the camera with your hand as if blowing a kiss looks like an easy pose even for beginners.
There are also people who imitate the leader Zico, so besides transformation-style clips, there are many different kinds of videos—be sure to check them out!
