Learning Korean needs not be boring and difficult. Some of the best ways are to sing and learn the language with K-pop songs lyrics.
In this article, we will discuss 10 K-pop songs containing the catchiest lyrics and the most useful phrases that you can use in communicating when you're in South Korea.
Here are 10 K-pop Songs to listen to in Learning Korean:
2NE1 - I Don't Care
"I Don't Care" is arguably one of the memorable songs by 2NE1 that even up to this generation remains in the mind and heart of K-pop fans, especially the group's fans, Blackjack.
The melody is quite catchy and you'll find yourself clapping and dancing to the song. In fact, this is one of the tracks that could use some dance moves that would help you absorb the Korean words more efficiently.
BIGBANG - Loser
BIGBANG usually releases songs that are upbeat and fast-paced, but "Loser" is an R&B and hip-hop track with a slow tempo. It contains more material in learning the language, as well as some rap sections that will improve your Korean skills thoroughly.
The rapping is not so fast as to be unheard, so international fans will be able to learn from it when listening attentively. BIGBANG's "Loser" will surely gauge and develop not only your comprehension ability but also your listening skills.
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EXO - Growl
Another most iconic K-pop song, "Growl" is a smash hit of EXO. It is a retro electro song that is about a guy trying to win a girl's love.
"Growl" is composed of generally informal Korean terms, the type that you can use when communicating with friends and people of similar age or status.
Girls' Generation - Gee
A bubblegum pop and electro pop song, "Gee" by Girls' Generation is considered the most popular song of the 2000s decade by MelOn.
This best-selling track is sure to lift up the spirits of anyone who will listen to it, as well as help them learn Korean. "Gee" is composed of simple and cheerful lyrics that you can enjoy.
PSY - Gangnam Style
One of the biggest K-pop hits of all time, "Gangnam Style" by PSY is a catchy and energetic song that talks about the perfect girlfriend who knows how to party and get wild yet stays elegant at the same time.
This song consists of many phrases that explain a good quality of a woman. Hence, through "Gangnam Style," you will be able to describe the type of woman you like in Korean.
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Soyou x Junggigo - Some
One of the most popular K-pop songs in 2014, "Some" by Soyou and Junggigo is an R&B track that is easy to listen to and shows off the soft vocals of the two singers. It also features rapping by Lil Boi of Geeks.
Boasting a catchy melody, "Some" is about two people that began to know someone for a while and develop intimate feelings for them. But this situation led the two people asking themselves what they relationship status is.
BLACKPINK - DDU-DU DDU-DU
Even if you're not a BLACKPINK fan or a non-K-pop fan, I'm sure you have heard of BLACKPINK's "DDU-DU DDU-DU somewhere as it instantly became a hit after it was dropped on June 15, 2018.
This track is so catchy that it will make you dance to its every beat. Also, its lyrics are fairly easy to sing along to.
"DDU-DU DDU-DU" is about a strong girl who knows what she wants. She also has self-confidence and is difficult to get.
TWICE - TT
"TT," one of TWICE's top hits, is about a girl whose heart got broken by the boy she likes because this boy doesn't acknowledge the love she's giving him.
It is one of the girl group's tracks with lyrics and melody that are easy to learn and follow. You may even find yourself dancing to the song as it has simple yet unique choreography.
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BTS - Boy With Luv
It can be argued that BTS's "Boy With Luv" (featuring Halsey) not only became famous in South Korea but also in other countries around the world.
Released on April 12, 2019, "Boy With Luv" is a funk pop song that is about looking for happiness in simple love. Its catchy lyrics and medium tempo make it one of the best K-pop songs to listen to when learning Korean.
MOMOLAND - BBoom BBoom
The first song that helped MOMOLAND rise to fame, "BBoom BBoom" contains lyrics that revolve around a girl who is sending out her love and charm to the boy she adores.
In addition to its addicting melody and lyrics, this song also gained fame for its easy dance steps that even kids can follow.
Do you listen to one or more of these K-pop songs when studying Korean?
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Mhaliya Scott wrote this article.
