According to a recent poll held by "StarPoll," these are the top ten K-pop songs that will cheer you up!
1. Stray Kids - 'Grow Up'
"Grow Up" was released on March 26, 2018, as a b-sidetrack to Stray Kids' debut extended play "I am NOT." Lyrically, this Stray Kids song tells their listeners that it is alright to make mistakes while growing up. It is okay to fall and get back up as that is part of life and growing up. Additionally, the song tells their listeners that they are not alone in their journey of self-exploration.
2. EXO - 'Been Through'
"Been Through" was released on December 26, 2017, as a b-sidetrack in EXO's sixth mini-album "Universe." The song "Been Through" encourages fans to be resilient and overcome their obstacles. It talks about how no matter how dark the skies may be, you can get past it and find the light.
3. IZ*ONE - 'Airplane'
"Airplane" was released on April 1, 2019, as a b-sidetrack to IZ*ONE's second mini-album "HEART*IZ." Lyrically, "Airplane" encourages listeners to spread their wings like an airplane and fly high to reach their dreams. They tell their viewers to hand in there, go at their own pace, and fly high until they reach their shooting star.
4. Yoon Jisung - 'Slow'
"Slow" was released on February 20, 2019, as a b-sidetrack to Yoon Jisung's first extended play, "Aside." The song comforts the listeners that have been running and hustling all this time but has hit a slump. They say that it is okay to cry and rest and that this is not the end.
5. TWICE - 'Feel Special'
"Feel Special" was released on September 23, 2019, as the title track of TWICE's eighth mini-album of the same name. The song talks about TWICE's emotions while dealing with the pressures of being an idol for four years. According to member Nayeon, the song is a collection of their stories. The key message of the song, according to TWICE, is the shift from feeling insignificant to finding purpose.
6. TREASURE - 'MY TREASURE'
"MY TREASURE" was released on January 11, 2020, as the title track of TREASURE's first full-length album, "The First Step: Treasure." The group describes the said song as a cheerful track that conveys that we are all treasure-like beings.
7. BTOB - 'It's Okay'
"It's Okay" was released on June 29, 2015, as the title track of BTOB's first full-length album, "Complete." The song "It's Okay" is meant to invigorate the listener, providing an escape from the stresses of everyday life. In addition, it is intended to comfort and motivate those that listen.
8. IU - 'Celebrity'
"Celebrity" was released on January 27, 2021, as the title track of IU's fifth full-length album, "LILAC." IU describes this song as "refreshing" and "gives one strength." She states that when listening to this song, everyone can feel like they are the main character.
9. DAY6 - 'Time Of Our Life'
"Time Of Our Life" was released on July 15, 2019, as the title track of DAY6's fifth mini-album, "The Book of Us: Gravity." According to member Young K, the song captures the exhilarating, exciting feeling of starting a beautiful page of youth. It is uplifting and, according to the idol, beautiful.
10. N.Flying - 'Youth'
"Youth" was released on June 10, 2020, as a b-sidetrack to N.Flying's seventh mini-album "So, Communication." Lyrically, "Youth," says that though it is hard, you are okay. You can pour out your youth and chase your dreams, as these things are part of the beauty of this period of life.
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Written by Alexa Lewis
