The 6 Best K-Pop Tracks of June 2023
June has passed, and we are officially in the heart of summer, which means it's finally the season of the summer anthem!
Tons of stunning K-Pop songs were released in June, with a range of sounds from slow and groovy to upbeat and funky. With so many amazing songs, we simply couldn't pick just one favorite, so here are our top K-Pop songs from June of 2023.
'Take Two' by BTS
Last month, BTS celebrated their 10th anniversary and gifted Army with a new song to celebrate, "Take Two." The acoustic pop song is a love letter to their fans, showing their appreciation for staying by BTS's side always. The song seamlessly blends soft rapping and the delicate voices of the vocal line to produce an extremely moving song. We'll be celebrating all summer long with this track.
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'Hear Me Out' by EXO
Whenever EXO comes together to release new music, you just know that it's going to be a masterpiece. Even though "Hear Me Out" is only a pre-release song, it has all the star power of a title track. The laid-back, groovy single lays out the boys asking their love interest to listen to their feelings and take a chance on love. Before you know it, you'll find yourself moving your head along to the beat.
'#menow' by Fromis_9
Fromis_9 has returned with a new song that showcases what they do best: upbeat, funky pop music. In "#menow," the girls show that they are confident in themselves and their individuality, and they want to show it off. They sing about embracing who you are and letting the world know it, set to a catchy tune that will be stuck in your head for days.
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'Kick It 4 Now' by The New Six (TNX)
As TNX sings on the post-chorus, "nostalgia, deja vu" is exactly what they're bringing with this song. "Kick It 4 Now" is an R&B-hip-hop track reminiscent of New Edition and Bobby Brown. The song perfectly captures the essence of summer by generating a carefree and fun mood.
'Sugarcoat' by NATTY
NATTY has been in the K-pop industry for a while as a contestant on several idol competition shows and as a soloist. She is currently a member of the upcoming girl group Kiss of Life and just released her solo song as part of the group. "Sugarcoat" is a '90s/2000s inspired R&B track with silky vocals, similar to Aaliyah or the Cheetah Girls. She shows off her impressive vocal ability by effortlessly gliding through the quick verses and floating through the catchy hook. As the main dancer of Kiss of Life, Natty proves that she is talented in every way when it comes to being an idol.
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'Twenty' by Swan
Swan, the main vocalist and youngest member of Purple Kiss, just released her solo debut, and we're obsessed. The lead song, "Twenty," starts off as a slow fairytale-like ballad but soon changes to an upbeat, catchy tune. Swan's bright and airy tone somehow makes growing up seem a little less scary as she wants to dance the fear away and allow herself to be free. We have a feeling you'll be dancing along to this song for a while, too.
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