Popular K-pop and Korean songs that brighten up YouTube Shorts
Songs you often hear on YouTube Shorts can leave a strong impression even in a short video, right?
K-pop is no exception.
In recent years, there have been many polished tracks, but the quirky numbers with unique rhythms and a distinctly Korean flavor are just as appealing.
This time, we’re introducing K-pop hits that are popular on short-form videos!
We’ve picked them from various angles, including trending songs charting now and tracks drawing attention in Korea itself.
Use this as a guide when you’re hunting for those familiar tunes—and be sure to spice up your social media with them, too!
Popular K-POP and Korean Songs to Color Your YouTube Shorts (31–40)
GO!CORTIS
CORTIS, drawing attention as the next presence following BTS and TOMORROW X TOGETHER, is a truly young creator crew that champions “collaborative creation,” with every member handling everything from songwriting and composing to choreography.
This work is the opening intro track for their debut EP, COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES, released in August 2025.
It’s a hip-hop tune where razor-sharp synths race over a minimal trap beat, serving as a musical statement of intent for the group.
You can feel a powerful drive to break fixed ideas—almost as if their name’s ethos of “coloring outside the lines” has been turned directly into sound.
Listen to it when you’re starting something new; their passion will come through, and it will surely give you courage!
M.O.YUQI
This is the title track from Motivation, the solo single album released in September 2025 by Yuqi, who is also active as a member of i-dle (formerly (G)I-DLE).
Its gritty hip-hop beat, reminiscent of 1990s boom bap, paired with her signature husky lower register, is addictive.
The song centers on a strong resolve to move forward by trusting your own instincts and not being bound by others’ eyes.
With all-English lyrics asking, “What’s your motivation?” its empowering message is one you’ll relate to when you need confidence.
The music video, featuring a memorable hand sign shaped like an “M,” is also a highlight.
It’s a track that channels a strong, determined mode—perfect for when you want to stand by your convictions.
COLORNCT WISH
NCT WISH, a boy group that gained popularity as a spinoff from NCT, has been turning heads in Japan as well, winning numerous rookie awards since their 2024 debut.
This is the title track from their third mini-album, released in September 2025.
The song is an electro-pop number characterized by powerful synthesizers.
It unfolds with a jazzy chord progression, and the rhythm shifts dynamically in the chorus—just listening is guaranteed to lift your spirits! The work carries a confident message about freely shaping the future in their own colors, which aligns perfectly with their style.
If you play it when you’re ready to take on something new, its energetic sound will give you a push forward.
CHA CHA CHA (feat. G-DRAGON)Vince
Vince, the ace producer behind numerous hits including BLACKPINK’s “Shut Down,” has released a track featuring BIGBANG’s G-DRAGON.
It’s the very definition of a charismatic collaboration.
This stylish song blends hip-hop and R&B with a light Latin cha-cha rhythm, evoking a refreshing summer-night vibe.
Vince’s sweet, soft vocals create a floating sensation that intersects smoothly with G-DRAGON’s charismatic rap, producing a pleasing chemical reaction.
Arriving about a year and nine months after his 2023 EP “The Drive,” this release is perfect for a night drive or whenever you’re in the mood to feel a bit more sophisticated, wrapping you in a grown-up atmosphere.
DANCING ALONEKiliKiii
A city pop-style dance number with a nostalgic sound reminiscent of a summer twilight, it’s effortlessly pleasant to the ear.
This piece was released in August of the same year by KiliKiii, a group that debuted in March 2025, and their experimental musicality has been drawing attention.
The track fuses city pop and retro synth-pop in a contemporary way.
Its lyrics portray dancing alone not as a symbol of loneliness, but as a positive act that celebrates freedom and the precious bonds with friends—there’s something quietly empowering about that.
It feels like the perfect song for nights when you want to bask in summer memories or when you’re in a slightly sentimental mood.
Popular K-pop and Korean Songs to Color Your YouTube Shorts (41–50)
Stay With UN.TOP
N.TOP, a boy group that debuted in August 2025 to great anticipation.
The lead track from their debut mini-album “WE:DISCONNECT” is a refreshingly cool pop-rock number.
Their appeal lies in a self-expressive style where the members handle everything from songwriting to choreography, and this release was also led by leader Seunghyun.
While it serves as the prologue to a grand concept of “disconnection,” the song conveys a single-minded desire to stay with someone precious.
The harmony woven by energetic guitar sounds and youthful vocals is enough to set your heart ablaze.
It’s a cheering, motivational track you’ll want to hear when taking a new step or when you want to feel the bond with your friends.
SurfNCT WISH
NCT WISH is a new group born from NCT, active in both Japan and Korea.
With the renowned solo artist BoA serving as producer, they’ve been drawing a lot of attention.
In August 2025, they released a pre-release track from their mini-album “Color.” The song is a hybrid dance-pop piece, blending funk-influenced rhythms with a refreshingly crisp sound.
Its lyrics liken the free energy of youth to surfing, and paired with a light, vibe-centered melody, they create a breezy atmosphere.
It’s perfect not only for summer drives, but also for those moments when you want to lift your mood.
FAMOUSALLDAY PROJECT
ALLDAY PROJECT is a co-ed Korean group that brings together five members with unusual backgrounds, including a chaebol heiress and a world-class dancer.
This is the title track from their debut album, FAMOUS, released in June 2025.
Its urban, hip-hop-based sound and brimming confidence make it instantly addictive.
It feels like a declaration of their resolve to “stay true to themselves no matter what,” forged through overcoming many trials—and just listening somehow gives you strength.
Within only ten days of debut, this song won first place on a music show and became emblematic of the group.
If you listen to it when you’re anxious before a big challenge, it’ll lift your spirits and make you think, “A bright future is definitely waiting!”
HOT SAUCEBABYMONSTER
It’s like stumbling into an ’80s hip-hop party! BABYMONSTER dropped this feel-good dance track in July 2025.
It rides an old-school beat, with a synth bass and brass that make your body move on their own.
They liken their confident charm to a tantalizing sauce, and you can’t help but surrender to its spicy, playful appeal.
Apparently, once you taste this sauce, ordinary flavors just won’t do anymore.
If you’re looking for the perfect spice for your boring days, start by giving this track a try.
JUMPBLACKPINK
This is BLACKPINK’s first new group song in about two years and ten months, showcasing their global prowess.
Seamlessly blending hard club sounds with dance-pop, the track has captivated many fans with its irresistibly energetic melody that won’t leave your head.
It celebrates the bond between girls and the liberating thrill of partying through the night without being tied down, lifting your spirits just by listening.
Premiered during their world tour that kicked off in July 2025, it became a worldwide hit, topping Billboard’s global chart.
The music video, which evokes a superhero vibe, is a must-see.
Put it on before a party with friends, and you’re guaranteed to get hyped in the best way.