Many K-pop songs have been released this 2024. Amid these chart-topping bops, some hidden gems were overlooked under the radar without a doubt.
Here are 10 underrated K-pop songs that deserve more recognition in 2024 and beyond!
1. 'GPT' by STAYC
STAYC's "GPT" is a fresh new sound for the girl group's ever-evolving discography, as the song gives the girls a chance to showcase their vocals in a subdued EDM track many would deem as dreamy, hypnotic, and addictively catchy!
2. 'Heaven' by Girls' Generation Taeyeon
Released on July 8, Taeyeon took everyone to "Heaven" in this dark, groovy, disco-pop track that should've received more buzz and love this year.
3. 'Hurricane' by BADVILLAIN
BADVILLAIN's made a great first impression with their debut this 2024 and it's evident in the group's powerful "Hurricane."
4. 'Bibora' by SF9
This 2024 may have spawned a slew of memorable K-pop songs as the months passed on, but we were introduced to the year with SF9's energetic "Bibora."
5. 'IMMM' by ILY:1
ILY:1's "IMMM" deserved to go viral due to the song's insane levels of sass and funk!
6. 'Shaboom' by ATEEZ
ATEEZ's "Shaboom" is a B-side track in the group's "GOLDEN HOUR PART. 1," but it is also a strong contender for the title track position.
7. 'Balloon In Love' by Sunmi
Sunmi might be K-pop's "Retro Queen," but the soloist has a lot up her sleeve music-wise. In "Balloon In Love," the singer showed a new sound by opting for an indie rock feel.
8. '5!6!7!8!' by KARA Nicole
Despite its high quality production and disco-infused sound, Nicole's "5!6!7!8!" was still overlooked.
9. 'UhUh' by RESCENE
RESCENE's "UhUh" is one of the most unique debut title tracks this 2024 and it deserves more recognition.
10. 'ZOMBIE' by EVERGLOW
EVERGLOW, known for their heavy EDM sound, decided to take a sound detour with the moody and atmospheric "ZOMBIE."