Cottagecore is a type of aesthetic that refers to the romanticization of rural life, such as embracing the concept of simpler living and is rooted in honing more traditional skills. This usually emphasizes comfy, calm, and cozy in its design.
While not everyone can just move to the countryside, you don't have to sacrifice living out your cottagecore dreams, as you can easily get the same vibes through music!
With that, here are some K-pop songs that exude cottagecore vibes to live out your dreams!
1. IU - 'Autumn Morning'
A lot of IU's songs pretty much radiate cottagecore vibes thanks to her dreamily soft vocals, but "Autumn Morning" is worth adding to your playlist!
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"Autumn Morning" is a minimalistic song that makes use of IU's sweet vocals, a flute, and an acoustic guitar. When it comes to the lyrics, the song describes the comfort of a chilly morning during the autumn season.
2. Sulli - 'Goblin'
The late and former f(x) member Sulli's song "Goblin" takes on a refreshingly whimsical approach with her soft vocals, accompanied by whispering and twinkly percussions.
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Although the song sounds like it is exuding happy, ethereal vibes, the lyrics and its music video allude to something deeper, such as dissociative identity disorder. Nevertheless, "Goblin" sounds like a song perfect for the cottagecore vibes!
3. BTS - 'Life Goes On'
"Life Goes On" is an alternative hip-hop and synth-pop track, with hints of an acoustic guitar. Lyrically, the song shares the message of healing in which our life goes on despite the obstacles that we may face along the way.
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The song perfect to listen to when you are taking a stroll in the nature.
4. Oh My Girl YooA - 'Bon Voyage'
Oh My Girl YooA's solo debut song "Bon Voyage" sounds like it came straight from a Disney movie - from its music video to its lyrics!
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The song features a refreshing sound that connects us to nature, with "Bon Voyage" having used percussions and a tribal-like chanting, along with YooA's light and airy vocals to complete the song.
5. Girls' Generation YoonA - 'When The Wind Blows'
"When The Wind Blows" was released as Girls' Generation member YoonA's second digital single for SM Station. The song features an acoustic guitar and piano that complements YoonA's soft and calming vocals, which is perfect to listen to when you want to relax or have a slow day.
Which other K-pop songs do you get cottagecore vibes from?
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Written by Robyn Joan