Ready to refresh your playlist with the hottest K-pop tracks of the year? Get comfy, because we’ve got a lineup of absolute gems, each crowned by Billboard, that will keep you hitting replay all day. With some sugary pop confections and futuristic dance bops, these best Billboard songs prove that 2024 has truly been the very powerhouse year for K-pop.
So, if you’re craving new ear candy (or simply want to see if your faves made the list), you’re in the right spot. Let’s dive in!
Top 10 Best K-pop Songs in 2024 Based on Billboard Global Recognition
10. BIBI – “Bam Yang Gang”
Ever tried a dessert that sounded odd but tasted unexpectedly amazing? That’s the essence of the 2025 KMA Song of the Year winner, “Bam Yang Gang.” Billboard gave BIBI a global thumbs up for melding martial drums, a waltz rhythm, and sweet electronic blips—like a sci-fi flick from the ‘50s thrown into a time machine. It’s quirky, it’s charming, and once you hear it, you’ll crave more of this red bean-flavored earworm.
9. ARTMS – “Virtual Angel”
If you’re missing Eurodance and the early-2000s vibe, “Virtual Angel” will teleport you to a dreamy, celestial soundscape. Billboard calls it a transcendent blend of shimmery synths and choir-like harmonies. For fans of HeeJin, HaSeul, Kim Lip, JinSoul, and Choerry (formerly of LOONA), the touching lyrics—“I’ll be there for you when your wings break”—feel like a heartwarming reunion anthem.
8. fromis_9 – “Supersonic”
Need the perfect summer jam? “Supersonic” continues fromis_9’s legacy as your ultimate sunny-day soundtrack, peppered with Miami bass-infused beats. Co-produced by BUMZU, it soared into the Billboard South Korea Songs chart’s top 10, staying there for a solid three months. With the group set to leave PLEDIS Entertainment soon, this single stands as a proof to their bright, enduring charm.
7. Red Velvet – “Cosmic”
Red Velvet’s “Cosmic” is a moody, disco-laced track that invites you into an irresistible game of musical cat-and-mouse. Wendy’s high-flying vocal climax is pure goosebumps, and the group’s harmonies glow with that signature Red Velvet magnetism. Billboard spotlighted how seamlessly they pull you in with the simple request, “How about you stay a little longer?”—and trust us, you won’t want to leave.
6. ONF – “Bye My Monster”
Craving a dash of second-generation K-pop flair? ONF has you covered with “Bye My Monster.” This track marries lush orchestral sounds—drawing on Rachmaninoff’s romantic strings—with modern pop-punk riffs. The result? A cinematic masterpiece. According to Billboard, it’s a perfect homage to the melodrama of groups like INFINITE or VIXX, with a twist that feels fresh for 2024.
5. TWS – “Plot Twist”
Next, one of the best K-pop songs in 2024 belongs to AAA Best Artist TWS, and Billboard praised this 2025 GDA Bonsang, “Plot Twist” as the anthem that landed this rookie boy group a spot on the Global 200 for two whole months. Its seamless shifts in production create a storyline brimming with energy, showcasing “boyhood pop” that resonates with fans craving something novel and thrilling.
4. HUI – “Hmm BOP”
PENTAGON’s own HUI gets a well-deserved moment in the solo spotlight with “Hmm BOP.” A funky, feel-good track complete with playful tongue pops, it embraces influences from Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson’s brand of retro pop. Billboard highlights how HUI’s explosive falsetto and spirited ad-libs give this tune an infectious energy perfect for any party playlist.
3. ATEEZ – “Ice on My Teeth”
Known for their powerhouse performances, ATEEZ took a clever turn into understated swag with “Ice on My Teeth.” The string-speckled trap beat highlights the group’s confident lyricism—shouting out buying diamonds at the dentist, no less. Billboard notes this track as a well-earned victory lap for a group that’s climbed from underdog status to stadium-filling superstars.
2. IU – “Love Wins All”
After a three-year break, IU returns stronger than ever with the soft-yet-powerful ballad “Love Wins All.” It’s earned her a “perfect all-kill” (topping multiple charts simultaneously) and a spot on Billboard’s global radar. The gradual build in vocal intensity, paired with a post-apocalyptic lovers music video featuring BTS V, strengthens IU’s enduring star quality.
1. aespa – “Supernova”
Billboard’s top pick for 2024 belongs to the futuristic queens of aespa. “Supernova” is a cosmic dance anthem that masterfully weaves together three choruses, a jaw-dropping bridge, and a sizzling dance break.
By sampling Afrika Bambaataa’s “Planet Rock,” aespa pays homage to classic electro while still charging forward with hyperpop brilliance. Already topping various Billboard charts and racking up awards left and right, “Supernova” is the unequivocal track of the year.
Finally, what do you think? Each of these Billboard-endorsed hits offers a unique vibe you will never see in other masterpieces. Therefore, get ready to jam out, chill out, or explore something altogether new. Now that you’ve seen which tracks are topping global charts, all that’s left is to crank the volume and experience them for yourself.
So, go on, press play, and let these tunes power up your day!
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