K-pop offers variety to listeners, from infectious melodies to heart-dropping beats. But when one gets stressed due to daily life and work, numerous K-pop songs are known to be the solution for unburdening stressful days.
Here are 8 relaxing K-pop songs of 2023 that can take your stress away!
1. 'Slow Dancing' by BTS V
BTS V's "Slow Dancing" features a different take that lays a stark contrast in BTS's solos. Putting aside genres of hip hop and poppy formulas, "Slow Dancing" delivers a smooth jazz composition that exhibits lo-fi vibes.
The song is also backed up by the airy instrumental and V's unique vocal tone, accompanied by a relaxing flute impromptu at the end of the song. When you have your stressful days, you can put your work down for a moment and give the track a listen!
2. 'Cool With You' by NewJeans
NewJeans' "Cool With You" makes use of its atmospheric delivery, despite being an elegant dance track. When played, the members drown listeners with their mesmerizing vocals and pleasant falsettos. If you haven't listened to it, then now's the right time to do so.
3. 'I Do' by EXO D.O
Known for his versatile vocals, D.O charms listeners with the easy-going track "I Do." The song manages to relax fans with its acoustic instrumental, humming bass line, and most of all, D.O's impeccable singing skills!
4. 'Alone' by BTS Jimin
Jimin's chill side track "Alone" offers a calming listening experience with its guitar instrumental and the singer's impressive singing that flaunts his high and lower registers. The song is also perfect when you just want to stare at the walls inside your room.
5. 'Don't Wanna Go Back' by TWICE Jihyo (with Heize)
Jihyo's acoustic side track "Don't Wanna Go Back" makes a throwback to 2009's identifiable sound trend. Playing it leaves listeners to bask in Jihyo's powerful vocals. The song is also graced by top soloist Heize, who showed great vocal chemistry with Jihyo.
6. 'Better Things' by aespa
Relaxing doesn't always mean soothing or gentle. In aespa's newest digital single "Better Things," the girls offer something different compared to their previous dark releases.
The song gives fans a chance to encounter an ethereal listening experience. This can also help relieve stress due to its rich melody that screams "summer" or "vacation."
7. 'Be Mine' by STAYC
STAYC, known for their no-skip discography, is living up to their reputation! In the group's new "TEENFRESH" album, lies a precious gem titled "Be Mine" that can make you feel like floating.
8. 'Girls' Capitalism' by tripleS LOVElution
Dancing can also relieve stress, and that's a fact. To help with this gesture, tripleS LOVElution's debut track "Girls' Capitalism" is a perfect pick!
Which K-pop songs on the list would you listen to? Do you have any other relaxing K-pop songs in mind? Let us know in the comments below!
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