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)
LOVE DIVEive
The song that’s gone viral on TikTok for its cute choreography using a thumbs-up gesture is LOVE DIVE.
If you’re a TikTok user, you’ve probably seen that dance at least once.
The track is performed by the girl group IVE.
Although it has an upbeat, fun vibe, the lyrics actually depict the pain of unrequited love.
By the way, IVE calls their fans DIVE.
In other words, the title carries a double meaning.
OMGNewJeans
“OMG,” a dance video set to a chill beat that’s been trending on TikTok, was released in 2023 by NewJeans, a girl group that has won numerous music awards in Korea.
The soft, airy synth tones gently resonate, matching lyrics that portray a heart growing fuller after meeting a loved one.
Their sweet, glossy choral work lets you feel the rising emotion in their vocals.
Paired with their cute bunny-costume choreography, it’s a track that lays down an R&B-style groove.
ELEVENive
IVE’s spectacular debut track, which won 13 crowns on music shows and surpassed 100 million streams in Korea.
It blends an oriental vibe reminiscent of BLACKPINK with the glamorous presence of members like former IZ*ONE’s Yujin and Wonyoung in exquisite harmony.
This captivating number shines with the sparkle of first love.
Its distinctive pre-chorus and chorus parts leave a strong impression, sparking a trend of dance cover videos.
It enjoys high popularity among K-pop fans, especially junior high and high school girls.
After LIKEive
“After LIKE,” a track by the innovative Korea-based girl group IVE, is a dance number that’s hugely popular on TikTok.
The song is a pop piece infused with elements of EDM, disco, and house music, delivering a powerful message about showing love through actions rather than just feelings.
Amid the uncertainty that emotions can constantly change, it stresses the importance of giving your all to your current romantic feelings.
It encourages listeners to be honest with their emotions.
With its catchy melody and dynamic performance, it’s bound to captivate many listeners.
It’s especially recommended for those who want to feel the exhilaration and fresh flutter of falling in love.
HIPMAMAMOO
HIP further amplified MAMAMOO’s cool appeal and spread across the world.
Released in 2019 as the title track of their second full album, reality in BLACK, it became a phenomenal long-running hit.
It’s a hip-hop tune with a powerful message about sticking to your own style, with Hwasa participating in both songwriting and composition.
On TikTok, it took off not only for dance videos but also as background music for makeup clips, ranking fifth on TikTok’s 2020 yearly songs chart.
It’s a track that lifts you up when you want to stay true to yourself and keep a strong core.