Rolling Stones’ best Kpop songs: Top 10

Rolling Stone has published a list of the 100 best K-pop songs. This list may disappoint many K-pop fans. Here are the best 10 K-pop songs according to Rolling Stones:

1. Girls’ Generation, ‘Gee’ – 2009

Girls’ Generation, also known as SNSD, is one of the most iconic and influential girl groups in the history of K-pop. In 2009, they released their breakout single, “Gee,” which became a monumental moment for both the group and the K-pop industry as a whole.

“Gee” was an instant sensation and became a massive hit in South Korea. It is the first song on the list of Rolling stone for best K-Pop songs. The song marked a turning point in K-pop’s international popularity and significantly contributed to the “Korean Wave” or “Hallyu” spreading to various international markets.

2. H.O.T. “Candy” – 1996

H.O.T. (High-five Of Teenagers) was a popular South Korean boy band formed by SM Entertainment. They debuted in 1996 and quickls became one of the pioneering groups in the Korean pop (K-pop) music industry. Moon Hee-joon, Jang Woo-hyuk, Tony An, Kangta, and Lee Jae-won were the members of H.O.T.

One of H.O.T.’s most iconic songs is “Candy,” released in 1996. It is the second song on the list of Rolling stone for best K-Pop songs. The song became a massive hit and is considered one of the group’s signature tracks.

3. IU, ‘Good Day’ – 2010

IU, a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress, gained popularity in 2010 with her hit Good Day. One of the most memorable aspects of “Good Day” was the series of three high notes that IU performed towards the end of the song. The iconic “Three High Notes” became a signature moment in her live performances.

Good day is on the third place of the list for best K-pop songs. Even years after its release, the songs remains one of IU’s most beloved and successful songs.

4. BTS, ‘Spring Day’- 2017

BTS, also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan or Bulletproof Boy Scouts, is a internationally successful South Korean boy. BTS released the song “Spring Day,” in 2017. It is a track from their successful album You Never Walk Alone.

“Spring Day” is a song about themes of longing, loss and the pain of separation and is one of the lead singles from the repackaged album You Never Walk Alone.

5. Cho Yong Pil, ‘Short Hair’ – 1980

“Short Hair” is a classic South Korean song by Cho Yong Pil. It was released in 1980. Cho Yong Pil is known as the “President of Korean Pop“. He had an immense influence on the Korean music industry. “Short Hair” is one of his most iconic and beloved songs, and it holds a special place in the hearts of many fans.

“Short Hair” is considered a pioneering song in Korean pop music history. According to professionals from the K-Pop world, the song played a crucial role in shaping the modern K-pop genre.

6. Blackpink, ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU’ – 2018

“DDU-DU DDU-DU” is a popular song by the South Korean girl group BLACKPINK. It was released in 2018 as the lead single from their EP titled “Square Up.” It is one of the most successful songs by BLACKPINK. BLACKPINK members are among the best female K-Pop idols.

The song blends elements of hip-hop, trap, and electronic dance music (EDM). Upon its release, “DDU-DU DDU-DU” achieved immense commercial success. It debuted at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making BLACKPINK the highest-charting K-pop girl group on the chart at that time.

7. BIGBANG, ‘Haru Haru’ – 2008

“Haru Haru” is a song by the South Korean boy band BIGBANG. It was released in 2008. The song belongs to the teh list of most emotional songs of BIGBANG.

Haru Haru means “day by day” in English. is a heartfelt ballad that showcases BIGBANG’s vocal abilities and emotional delivery. The song’s title translates to “Day by Day” in English.

The song Haru haru is about heartbreak, love, and regret. The lyrics tell the story of a breakup and the longing for a lost love. It achieved immense success on various music charts in South Korea.

8. 2NE1, ‘I Am the Best’ – 2011

“Tell Me” is a song by the South Korean girl group Wonder Girls. It was released in 2007. It is an upbeat dance-pop song with easy-to-follow dance moves.

The music video for “Tell Me” featured the members of Wonder Girls in schoolgirl uniforms, dancing to the song’s iconic choreography. The dance became a nationwide craze in South Korea.

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