Christmas and Okay-Pop seemingly go hand-in-hand between a slew of covers of iconic vacation classics to memorable end-of-year pageant performances.
There’s an extended checklist of each unique vacation tunes and modernized classics which can be launched from teams yearly. There are some that stand above the remainder to make an ideal Christmas playlist.
With “Stunning Christmas,” lady teams Purple Velvet and aespa be part of forces to make a festive track for all Okay-Pop followers. The monitor is proof that extra Okay-Pop corporations may gain advantage from inter-company collaboration. SM Leisure has made makes an attempt at this concept together with tremendous boy group, SuperM, and tremendous lady group, GirlsOnTop, each of which characteristic stars from teams throughout generations (The evolution of Okay-Pop is usually measured in “generations”).
ATEEZ’s “White Love” is a refreshing cowl of a track from ‘90s Korean group, Turbo. ATEEZ has a sturdy collection of softer and vocal-heavy b-sides, however the group has turn into recognized for his or her highly effective and energetic singles – see latest hits akin to “Work,” “Bouncy (Okay-Scorching Chili Peppers” and “Loopy Type” for instance. The 2021 track from their season particular launch, Season Songs – a collaboration album with Turbo’s Kim Jong Kook – serves as a chance to indicate informal followers the range of their discography.
“Magical” is the most recent addition to Twice’s close to flawless vacation discography. The b-side monitor hails from the group’s newest launch, Technique. The lady group instructed THR earlier this 12 months that the brand new album was an excellent problem for the veteran Okay-Pop idols.
Beneath, discover the Okay-Pop excellent songs so as to add to your vacation playlist.
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Okay-Pop Stars on the 2021 SBS Gayo Daejeon, “All I Need for Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey Cowl)”
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This 2021 cowl of Mariah Carey’s Christmas basic is the final word Okay-Pop vacation monitor. The duvet options artists from Tomorrow x Collectively, Purple Velvet, Stray Children, Itzy, ATEEZ, Astro, NCT 127, aespa and extra.
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Twice, “Magical”
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“Magical” is the most recent entry in Twice’s ever-growing spectacular vacation discography – different notable songs embody their 2022 Japanese launch “Doughnut” and 2017 monitor “Merry & Joyful.” Serving as a b-side on the nine-piece group’s newest album Technique, “Magical,” a smooth pop, dance monitor, completely encapsulates how a lot the group has developed in recent times.
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EXO, “The First Snow”
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Nothing highlights the impression quick kind video platforms akin to TikTok and YouTube Shorts have on music fairly just like the resurgence of EXO’s 2013 vacation monitor “The First Snow.” The track was inconceivable to overlook on the social platforms final vacation season and this 12 months has been the identical. The Okay-Pop Christmas basic has climbed home music charts as the vacation approached, and as of Dec. 25 at 1 a.m. KST, the track sits at No. 4 on Korea’s Melon High 100 chart – beating out Christmas queen Mariah Carey.
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Kep1er’s Huening Bahiyyih, “Snow in California (Ariana Grande Cowl)”
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The vacation season brings a slew of Okay-Pop covers, and Kep1er member Huening Bahiyyih’s 2023 rendition of “Snow in California” by Ariana Grande manages to face out. The groovy vacation monitor is a departure from a lot of Kep1er’s discography, permitting the 20-year-old to showcase a brand new aspect of herself to followers.
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BTS, “Dynamite (Vacation Remix)”
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The festive model of BTS’ chart topping single “Dynamite” has turn into a must-add to any vacation playlist. The remix manages to maintain the sound of the unique monitor whereas including a enjoyable, festive vibe.
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Purple Velvet and aespa, “Stunning Christmas”
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SM Leisure likes to carry artists from completely different teams collectively (their SM City banner and its stay reveals are an ideal instance), however the determination to carry collectively beloved lady teams Purple Velvet and aespa stays one in every of their finest. The 2 teams are individually recognized for his or her sturdy vocal abilities however seamlessly blended collectively for this prompt vacation hit.
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Stray Children, “Christmas EveL”
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In true Stray Children style, the eight-piece boy group took the Christmas style and made it their very own. This 2021 single completely showcase’s the group’s signature model with a festive twist, making it a spotlight of their full discography. Felix’s quick however memorable closing rap verse is to not be missed.
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Blackpink’s Lisa, “My Solely Want (Britney Spears Cowl)”
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The pop star’s 2023 cowl of Britney Spears’ 2000 vacation hit was solely the start to what can be a banner 12 months forward for the 27-year-old. After a trio of hit singles this 12 months, the Thailand native is about to make her performing debut within the extremely anticipated new season of The White Lotus.
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ATEEZ, “White Love”
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Initially sung by hit Korean act Turbo within the ‘90s, this cowl by the eight-piece outfit – and a lot of the Season Songs EP it hails from – reveals a softer aspect of the powerhouse boy group. It additionally spawned one in every of their most endearing onstage performances.
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Le Sserafim, “Excellent Evening (Vacation Remix)”
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The lady group well remixed their hit English language single “Excellent Evening” forward of the vacation final 12 months. The relaxed pop vibe of the unique lends itself effectively to this festive twist, executed brilliantly by the five-piece group.
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NCT Dream, “Pleasure”
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Excuse the pun, however NCT Dream’s 2017 vacation single is really a “pleasure” to hearken to. This monitor is a throwback to the group’s early days, a shining instance of how a lot the group has grown through the years.
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NMIXX, “Funky Glitter Christmas”
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This 2022 Christmas single was launched beneath a 12 months after the now-six-piece group debuted. The quirky and vivid Christmas track matches proper in with NMIXX’s path and aesthetic as a gaggle.
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BoyNextDoor, “Final Christmas (Wham! Cowl)”
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No vacation music playlist is full with out this Wham! basic. Understandably, it’s a well-liked cowl alternative however the rising star boy group’s easy association and clear vocals units their rendition aside.
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Class:y, “Winter Bloom”
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For people who need a true bubblegum Okay-Pop Christmas vibe, “Winter Bloom” is the right track. The 2023 single from the seven-member lady group is enjoyable sufficient to make the grumpiest grinch dance alongside to the beat.
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The Boyz, “Christmassy!”
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This 2020 monitor from the 11-member group is the epitome of a gaggle having enjoyable with a Christmas single. The boy group even filmed an cute music video for the monitor.
