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The Best K-pop Songs of the Decade

The Best K-pop Songs of the Decade

The Best K-Pop Songs of the Decade

K-Pop has taken over the music world in the last decade, breaking language barriers and taking the music industry by storm. With its catchy beats and colorful visuals, it's no surprise that K-Pop has become so popular with fans of all ages. But what are the best K-Pop songs of the decade? Let's take a look at some of the most memorable and influential K-Pop songs since 2010.

BIGBANG – ‘FANTASTIC BABY’ (2012)

This is undoubtedly the most iconic K-Pop song of the last decade. Released in 2012, BIGBANG’s ‘FANTASTIC BABY’ helped to propel the group to the top of the K-Pop scene and made them global sensations. The song’s unique blend of electro-pop, hip-hop, and rock elements set it apart from other K-Pop songs, and its sharp choreography and vibrant music video helped to cement its status as a K-Pop classic.

G-Dragon – ‘HEARTBREAKER’ (2009)

G-Dragon is arguably one of the most influential K-Pop stars in the last decade, and his solo hit ‘HEARTBREAKER’ is a perfect example of why. The song helped to launch G-Dragon as a solo artist, and its catchy hooks and complex choreography made it one of the decade’s most iconic K-Pop songs. ‘HEARTBREAKER’ was also one of the first K-Pop songs to receive international attention, and it’s clear that its influence is still felt today.

Red Velvet – ‘Red Flavor’ (2017)

Red Velvet have become one of K-Pop’s biggest girl groups thanks to hit singles like ‘Red Flavor’. Released in 2017, the song combines infectious electro-pop production with anthemic catchy hooks and has become one of the group’s most beloved hits. Red Velvet’s unique style and flavor have made them one of the biggest exports of K-Pop, and ‘Red Flavor’ is one of the best songs of the decade.

EXO – ‘Growl’ (2013)

EXO’s 2013 hit ‘Growl’ is another K-Pop classic that has stood the test of time. The song’s captivating combination of R&B and pop beats, soulful vocals, and slick choreography has cemented it as a fan-favorite, and it’s easy to see why. ‘Growl’ is an endlessly replayable song that showcases EXO’s immense talent and is one of the decade’s most memorable K-Pop hits.

BTS – ‘Blood Sweat & Tears’ (2016)

BTS rose to global superstardom in the last decade, and one of their most iconic songs is the 2016 single ‘Blood Sweat & Tears’. With its unique blend of electro-pop and hip-hop elements fused with heartfelt lyrics, ‘Blood Sweat & Tears’ is an incredibly powerful and evocative song that has become an anthem in the K-Pop world.

TWICE – ‘Like OOH-AHH’ (2015)

TWICE are one of the biggest K-Pop groups on the planet, and their infectious 2015 debut single ‘Like OOH-AHH’ is one of the reasons why. The song’s catchy hooks, vibrant visuals, and flamboyant character make it one of the decade’s most iconic K-Pop hits. It’s also an important milestone in TWICE’s career, as it helped to launch them to global superstardom.

IU – ‘Good Day’ (2010)

IU is one of the few solo female K-Pop stars to break into the mainstream in the last decade, and her 2010 hit ‘Good Day’ is one of the reasons why. The track is a stunning combination of R&B, pop, and jazz elements, and its light and uplifting lyrics make it a perfect pick-me-up. ‘Good Day’ is an incredibly catchy and timeless single, and it’s easy to see why it’s one of the decade’s best K-Pop tunes.

BLACKPINK – ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU’ (2018)

BLACKPINK made their mark on the K-Pop scene with their 2018 single ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU’. The song’s unique blend of genres, from hip-hop to EDM, is incredibly catchy and memorable, and its powerful and bold music video elevated it to another level. ‘DDU-DU DDU-DU’ has become BLACKPINK’s signature song, and one of the decade’s most distinguished K-Pop hits.

TVXQ! – ‘Mirotic’ (2008)

This might be an older K-Pop song, but that doesn’t make it any less iconic. Released in 2008, TVXQ!’s ‘Mirotic’ is one of the group’s most beloved singles among K-Pop fans, and its catchy hook, unique blend of genres, and memorable choreography make it one of the decade’s best K-Pop songs.

K-Pop has changed the music industry in the last decade and has become one of the world’s most beloved genres. The songs mentioned above are just a few of the best K-Pop songs of the decade, and each of them has had an immeasurable impact on the genre. Whether you’re a fan of K-Pop or not, there’s no denying that each of these songs is worthy of its place in the K-Pop Hall of Fame.