[K-POP] Korean songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: classic crowd-pleasers

보고싶은 날엔박지헌

박지헌 (Park Ji-Hun) – 보고싶은 날엔.. (The Days I Miss You) MV

When you think of Korea, you think of richly emotional ballads.

One such song is the mid-tempo “On Days I Miss You,” released in 2007.

It’s a solo track by Park Ji-heon, the leader of the popular R&B group V.

O.

S, known for their powerful vocals.

The love lyrics evoke a melodrama-like nostalgia that tightens your chest.

The chorus features a consistent ending sound that gives it a rhythmic, singable melody with an addictive quality.

It might not be an exaggeration to call it a top choice for a song you’d want to sing when you’re overwhelmed with longing.

위아래EXID

[EXID(이엑스아이디)] ‘위아래’ (UP&DOWN) MV

A signature song that shot EXID to stardom by climbing back up the charts.

It was also chosen as their debut single in Japan.

The sound has that distinct EXID trickiness that’s so appealing.

Since EXID focuses on making songs easy to sing along to, it feels familiar and accessible—the “wi, are” hook in the chorus is something everyone will want to hum, and it’s sure to lift the mood of any crowd! LE’s rap part is admittedly tough, but enjoy it with the Japanese version or just go with the flow and have fun!

Stay The Way You AreBOYFRIEND

BOYFRIEND 「Stay The Way You Are」M/V

This is the title track from BOYFRIEND’s Japanese album “Bouquet,” released in February 2019.

While it’s upbeat and sweet, it also carries a warm sense of friendship and nostalgia.

Showcasing the members’ harmonies and polished dance performance, the song has earned strong support from fans.

The lyrics focus on challenge, self-affirmation, and the courage to move forward, delivering a heartfelt message about staying true to yourself at all times.

It’s also great for karaoke, with a catchy melody and approachable, refreshing rhythm.

The rap parts lift the mood, making it perfect for getting hyped with friends.

CatallenaORANGE CARMEL

[MV] ORANGE CARAMEL ‘까탈레나(Catallena)’ Music video

Want to hype things up with a comical song? Then I recommend “Catallena.” It’s a 2014 track by Orange Caramel, a sub-unit of After School formed in 2010 that drew attention for their unique style.

Once you hear it, you won’t be able to get it out of your head—and the music video’s goofiness is irresistible.

The title means “someone you want to get close to.” So sing it together with someone you’re interested in or want to get closer to and have fun! The choreography and melody are cute and easy to pick up, too!

Even though I hate you, I love youDavichi

다비치(Davichi) 미워도 사랑하니까 (가사 첨부)

Davichi’s “Because I Love You Even If I Hate You” is a heart-wrenching song about painful love.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t comfortable with up-tempo tracks.

True to Davichi’s style, the key is quite high, but since there isn’t much pitch variation, it’s a recommended choice.

GashinaSUNMI

[MV] SUNMI(선미) _ Gashina(가시나)

She debuted as a member of Wonder Girls, a girl group under leading agency JYP Entertainment, and scored a massive hit with “Tell Me.” She later made her solo debut in 2013 and released a string of hits such as “24 Hours” and “Full Moon.” Packed with elements of Black music, this song can be called one of Sunmi’s signature tracks, achieving her first one million downloads and reaching No.

1 on Korea’s Gaon chart.

There are some fast-paced parts, so you might need practice to sing it at karaoke.

If you like R&B, this is definitely a track you should check out!

DevilCLC

CLC(씨엘씨) – ‘Devil’ Official Music Video

A fierce, girl-crush anthem from a confident girl.

She pushes back against someone acting rudely by turning into a devil and striking back hard.

But the way she fights back is smart and stylish—not by exploding in anger, but by deflecting it with self-assurance.

Try singing it as if you were this girl.