Article: Top 10 Underrated K-pop Songs In 2022

K-pop refers to Korean Popular Music. K-pop is one of the most streamed genres not only in South Korea but worldwide. The diversity of songs and multi-talented K-pop idols have charmed people globally. In 2018, K-pop became immensely renowned, leading to a 17.9% increase in revenue growth. Many musicians like BTS, PSY, Blackpink, G-IDLE, and others, are well-known for their songs and talents. We are here to introduce you to ten underrated songs of 2022 that you may have missed.

1. Do It Like This - P1harmony

P1Harmony, also known as P1H, is a boy band of six talented members. This song is for you if you enjoy upbeat and vibrant music. Do it like this is a song by P1Harmony, released in 2022. The song has stunning beats and synths that'll make your hips move in no time.

 

2. Universe - Onewe

ONEWE is a South Korean Alternative rock band. It has five members, including Yonghoon, Harin, Kanghyun, Dongmyeong, and CyA. Released in 2022, Universe is a soothing ballad by the boy band ONEWE. The singers' melodious voices and the musical instruments make the song more heavenly. The song belongs to the album 'Plant nine: VOYAGER.'

 

3. Play - Yuju

Released in January 2022, the song is beautifully written and composed by the South Korean singer Yuju. The beautiful and well-written lyrics are emotional yet beautiful. The underrated song belongs to the Dance Pop genre.

 

4. Love In Space - Cherry Bullet

Cherry Bullet is a South Korean girl group consisting of seven members. Kim Kyung-Ju, also known as Mirae, is the leader of this group. The group debuted in January 2019. Love in Space is a recent song belonging to the album 'Cherry Wish.'

 

5. Du Du Du - Tan

Tan is another Korean boy band consisting of seven members. The group was formed by Think Entertainment and debuted in 2022 with their mini album Limited Edition:1TAN. The members include Changsun, Jooan, Jaejun, Sunghyuk, Hyunyeop, Taehoon, and Jiseong.

 

6. Promise - Kingdom

Belonging to the album 'History of Kingdom,' this song was released in 2022. The South Korean boy band consists of seven talented members. However, one of the members, Chiwoo, left the group after terminating the contract. Promise is a well-written song with melodious sounds of various musical instruments.

 

7. Gingamingayo - Billlie

Billlie is a South Korean girl group that debuted in 2021. GingaMingaYo is a highly underrated song that deserves more appreciation. The powerful rap verse and melodious singing make the music more addictive.

 

8. Smiley - Choi Yena Ft. Bibi

Eventually, the South Korean-Japanese girl trio Iz*One split up. The girl group IZ*ONE once included Choi Yena. She is an actress and vocalist with talent. Smiley is a wholesome upbeat song that is quite generic but catches our attention with its lyrics. The catchy song spreads positivity and vibrant energy throughout the track.

 

9. Chiquita - Rocket Punch

Rocket Punch is a South Korean girl group. They debuted in 2019 with the track 'Bim Bam Bum.' Chiquita may seem like a typical k-pop anthem but has much more depth. The synths and the drums in the song are likely to surprise you. The song belongs to the album Yellow Punch released in February 2022.

 

10. Run2u - Stayc

STAYC is a South Korean girl group formerly known as HIGHUP Girls. The group consists of six charming and talented members. The band debuted in November 2020 with their first single album 'Star to a Young Culture.' Written by Jeon Goon and Black Eyed Pilseung has retro feels to it. The song also debuted at number 29 on Korea's Gaon Digital Chart.