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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!

Korean songs often heard on TikTok. Trending K-pop (31–40)

HIPMAMAMOO

[MV] 마마무(MAMAMOO) – HIP
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.

CASE 143Stray Kids

Stray Kids “CASE 143” M/V
CASE 143Stray Kids

Have you checked out Stray Kids’ “CASE 143”? It’s a striking track where the A and B sections are stylish, and then the chorus shifts key and drops into a low, ominous vibe.

This structure is said to reflect how “love” is portrayed as a case, expressing the instability it causes in the heart.

By the way, the “143” in the title is a code that means “I love you.” Keeping that in mind will help you enjoy the world of the song even more.

FEARLESSLE SSERAFIM

LE SSERAFIM FEARLESS OFFICIAL M/V
FEARLESSLE SSERAFIM

The girl group LE SSERAFIM, whose debut made big headlines in Japan, is creating a buzz on TikTok with collaboration videos with the boy group SEVENTEEN.

In the clips, members of both groups dance to LE SSERAFIM’s debut single “FEARLESS.” The performances are genuinely captivating, so even if you’re not a fan of either group, I recommend checking them out.

AttentionNewJeans

NewJeans (뉴진스) ‘Attention’ Official MV
AttentionNewJeans

The song that’s been making waves not only across Asia but also in the United States is “Attention.” It’s the debut single from NewJeans, a girl group that debuted in 2022.

The group drew buzz because details about them were kept under wraps until their debut.

Another reason it garnered attention is that, unusually for an idol group’s debut single, it has an R&B vibe.

Among music fans, many also praise its excellent key changes.

Be sure to listen with that point in mind.

Talk that TalkTwice

TWICE “Talk that Talk” M/V
Talk that TalkTwice

TWICE is a globally popular girl group.

Their recent world tour is still fresh in our memories.

The lead single from their 11th album is “Talk that Talk.” In the song, there’s choreography where they use their hands to spell out the word LOVE to match the lyrics.

Videos recreating that part have gone viral on TikTok.

The track also stands out for its catchy melody and strong vocals.

I hope you’ll give it a listen and experience how great it is.

Korean songs often heard on TikTok. Trending K-pop (41–50)

ONE SPARKTwice

The latest single ‘ONE SPARK’ by TWICE, the multinational girl group from South Korea, is a standout track from their 2024 album ‘With YOU-th.’ This moving song celebrates endless love, passion, and the beauty of the moment, deeply resonating with listeners.

It evokes a strong longing for eternal love and passion, leaving a memorable message that lingers.

It’s especially recommended for those who cherish passionate love or wish to preserve beautiful moments forever.

TWICE’s power and passion are sure to brighten the hearts of all who listen.

Queencard(G)I-DLE

(여자)아이들((G)I-DLE) – ‘퀸카 (Queencard)’ Official Music Video
Queencard(G)I-DLE

(G)I-DLE, a K-pop girl group with a slightly downbeat musical style, is rapidly rising in popularity and drawing attention from around the world.

If you follow K-pop, you’ve probably heard of them.

Among their works, the track “Queencard” has become especially popular on YouTube Shorts.

The song blends dance-pop with Latin trap, and its hook is frequently used as background music for short videos.