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 you often hear on TikTok. Trending K-pop (21–30)
REBEL HEARTNEW!ive
IVE, spearheading the K-pop scene with self-assured, polished concepts under STARSHIP Entertainment, released their pre-release single “REBEL HEART” in January 2025.
The track is a dance-pop song driven by a dynamic, invigorating beat, themed around a sense of solidarity—like marching forward with your crew, free from constraints.
Serving as a key bridge into the main EP, it sparked massive buzz, including taking first place on Korean music shows.
Its catchy chorus and cohesive performance became hot topics, and dance covers have spread across short-form platforms like TikTok.
It’s the perfect number for moments when you want to free yourself, feel positive, or hype things up with friends.
LIKE YOU BETTERNEW!fromis_9
Formed through an audition program, fromis_9 are a powerhouse girl group drawing attention with dazzling performances and an approachable charm.
Among their works, the piece that became a symbol of their fresh start under a new lineup was released in June 2025 as the title track of the album “From Our 20’s.” Blending bright synths with a bouncy guitar riff, it creates a summery exhilaration and candidly captures the rising feelings of affection and the butterflies as two people grow closer.
It’s a dance track marked by lively pop energy, making it an excellent pick as BGM for choreography videos on platforms like TikTok.
Perfect for anyone looking to reset their mindset for a new season.
Do the DanceNEW!ILLIT
ILIT is a K-pop girl group winning fans worldwide with their translucent pop sound.
Formed through a survival show, they’ve become a hot topic, taking home numerous rookie awards.
Among their works, this track drew attention as the title song of the album “bomb,” released in June 2025.
It’s crafted as a bright, bouncy dance number infused with Eurodisco, featuring a dreamy melody sampled from Japanese anime music.
With adorable, cat-like choreography and fan-friendly call-and-response parts, it’s perfect for anyone wanting to try a dance video on TikTok.
A glamorous pop song that lets you feel the exhilaration of love.
jellyousNEW!ILLIT
When it comes to girl groups taking SNS short videos by storm, it has to be ILLIT.
Formed through a survival show, they’ve been active globally, starting with Korea, showcasing a sophisticated aesthetic.
This song depicts a sweet, jelly-like quiver of first love, blending bouncy chiptune-style electronic sounds with cute choreography—packed with charm that makes you want to dance.
It’s a track included on the album “bomb,” released as of June 2025, and it’s also popular as BGM for short videos.
It expresses fresh, conflicted feelings about a budding relationship, making it a dazzling pop song perfect for anyone who wants to relive the flutter of falling in love.
Dramaaespa
“Drama,” sung by the Korean girl group aespa, was released in 2023 and is a powerful track centered on self-expression, confidence, and empowerment.
It encourages embracing individuality and having the courage to take charge of your own story.
This song is perfect for moments when you feel like you might lose your way or need a boost before facing a new challenge.
Experience aespa’s signature energetic sound and positive message for yourself.
EASYLE SSERAFIM
The title track from the 3rd mini-album “EASY,” released in February 2024, captivates with its pop sound and powerful message.
It celebrates the importance of taking on challenges with confidence and determination.
The choreography, which incorporates old-school hip-hop dance, is also a highlight.
Listening to this track gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up, even in tough situations.
Just like the video of member Eunchae untangling earphones, it could be fun on social media to try content that ties into the title.
It’s a cool work packed with LE SSERAFIM’s innovative musicality and the members’ powerful vocals.
Be sure to check it out!
Super ShyNewJeans
NewJeans is a girl group that enjoys great popularity in Japan as well.
Here, I’d like to introduce their release “Super Shy.” The title means “a very shy person,” right? The lyrics depict a reserved girl falling in love and gradually getting closer to the person she likes.
In addition to this romantic theme, the irresistibly catchy chorus is a major draw—you’ll definitely want to listen to it on repeat.
I should also add that it’s widely used in dance videos.
