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        9 K-Pop Songs That Are Perfect To Kick Off The New Year

        Check out these K-Pop tracks that are perfect to kick off the new year, 2023.

        Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
        4 min to read  ·  Published : Jan 2, 2023
        9 K-Pop Songs That Are Perfect To Kick Off The New Year

        ATEEZ's Official Twitter / LE SSERAFIM's Official Twitter

        The sound of fireworks has faded into the distance, the New Year's ball has dropped, and the spirit of the new year still remains high and filled with good energy. It's official, 2023 has begun and who knows what exciting events will happen next!

        As we embark into the new year, there are some essentials needed in order to start 2023 on the right foot — and one of those is a hype playlist. What better way to start off 2023 than listening to a playlist of certified K-Pop bops. These songs will not only get your body moving, but they hold the potential to be your very own theme song for the new year.

        Now, let's check out these tracks that are perfect to kick off 2023.

        These songs are listed in no particular order.

         

        1. WJSN - 'As You Wish'

        From the moment of its release, 'As You Wish' has always risen to the top of music charts on January 1st. It is lauded by Korean netizens as the New Year's anthem due to it's ethereal sound and positive message. Some of its hopeful lyrics includes "As you wish, as you wish/Everything will come true" and "Hope all your wishes will come true". This belief has made the track a must for any New Year's K-Pop playlist.

         

        2. LE SSERAFIM - 'ANTIFRAGILE'

        Just like their debut song 'FEARLESS',  'ANTIFRAGILE' carries with it an aura of confidence that's persistent from beginning to end. After capturing your attention with its iconic hook, it presents a powerful message of overcoming adversities and rising above expectations. Its meaningful lyrics coupled with its addictive beat make it the perfect track to kick off 2023.

         

        3. THE BOYZ - 'Giddy Up'

        If you wanted something with a retro vibe, then 'Giddy Up' is the song for you. The beat is infectious from the get-go and instantly raises your energy levels straight to 100%. The groovy track carries an overall uplifting message of going past your limits with memorable lines such as "We're young and free/Don't be afraid" and "Let's go to the end of the sky". With this song you can pursue your dreams while simultaneously dancing along to its funky melody.

         

        4. IZ*ONE - 'Fiesta'

        Despite the project group coming to an end, IZ*ONE left behind an entire discography of certified bops. Most of their songs are typically high tension, but 'Fiesta' is perhaps the most appropriate to kick off the new year. Just as its name implies, the iconic title track employs a mix of exciting elements that make it feel like an entire festival happening in your earbuds. With this song in your playlist, 2023 is sure to feel like a vibrant, colorful fiesta all year long!

         

        5. Jeon SoMi - 'Birthday'

        Who says your birthday can only be celebrated once a year? Jeon SoMi says differently! The Black Label soloist made her long-awaited debut with her single 'Birthday' and did not disappoint. The track is filled with her confident spunkiness and gets your body moving from its pop-centric first verse. The song acts as a sign of encouragement to make everyday as exciting as your birthday.

         

        6. 2PM - 'Go Crazy'

        Are you still feeling the thrill from this past weekend's New Year's festivities? We sure are! What better song to carry on that vibrant energy than 2PM's iconic 'Go Crazy'. It's an absolute party anthem and will get your body grooving along instantly. With this song on your playlist, you won't be afraid to make any space your own personal dance floor, promising a year of continuous excitement and fun.

         

        7. ATEEZ - 'Fireworks'

        Fireworks are exciting, colorful, and a joy to watch. It's also an addictive title track by the impressive idol group ATEEZ. Known for their powerful performances, 'Fireworks' checks all the boxes of what makes the group an absolute standout. The track starts off calm and steady but slowly builds up until it reaches the climax of its explosive chorus. The song is a call to its listeners to rise up with confidence and light up the sky like fireworks. It holds the perfect message to kick off 2023 on a bright and positive note.

         

        8. iKON - 'Love Scenario'

        'Love Scenario' is iconic and has captured the hearts of millions with its addictive beat and heartfelt sincerity. At its core, it is a love song about breaking up. But when you really look at the lyrics, it is also about viewing your past relationship in a positive light. 'Love Scenario' is the perfect embodiment of being happy that something happened and an idea that you surely want to bring with you into the new year.

         

        9. DAY6 - 'Time of Our Life'

        If you want to start off 2023 by feeling like the main character of a feature film, we have just the right song for you. DAY6's 'Time of Our Life' brings out this exact feeling and more the moment the cymbals are struck. It maintains a high energy from that second onward, making it difficult to not move along to the track's infectious, happy-go-lucky melody. 'Time of Our Life' makes you feel like anything is possible, appropriate for the beginning of a brand new year.

        Which song are you playing to kick off 2023? Let us know in the comments below!

         

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