The first portion will be definite summer tunes, there is no denying that they belong in this playlist.
1. 신화(Shinhwa) - 으싸 으싸(Eusha Eusha) (1998)
This is a song that talks about being tired of working so much that they would all like to drop what they are doing and go visit the beach. Which is basically what we all do when it is summer time. Eat watermelons, go swimming at the beach, sit around a camp fire, and just enjoy the scenery at the beach. The beats of the song makes you want to get up out of your seat and just dance, or for those who are lazy, just sway around from side to side in your seats. This is definitely one of my first picks of the list.
2. 이효리(Lee Hyori) - U Go Girl (2008)
Sung by the sexy Lee Hyori, this song is incredibly upbeat. She sings about meeting a guy and worrying about dressing up to meet him. The chorus is super catchy, girl hey you go girl, de le de le that that that girl! Don't worry about not being able to sing the rest of the song, but it will get you up to go chill with your friends!
3. Mighty Mouth - Lalala (ft. Soya) (2010)
Similarly to Shinhwa's Eusha Eusha, Mighty Mouth and Soya sing about leaving all worries behind and having a good time partying (fiesta!). Mighty Mouth and Soya have proven to be quite a pairing as all songs they have done together have become hits. With Mighty Mouth's quick and witty rap and Soya's beautiful voice in the chorus, the song is sure to have you singing along.
4. f(x) - Hot Summer (2011)
The title speaks all for itself. The summer is nothing but hot. The girls sing about everything to do on a hot summer day.Wear sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun, which is in a clear blue sky. Going to the ice cream shop to get some ice cream or sip away at a drink with ice cubes floating in it. And if you're in Korea, cool down by the Han River or by the East Sea. So on a hot day, you might be 'sweating in this weather', and somehow run out of ideas on how to cool yourself down, listen to this song and you just might get an answer ;)
5. Hyuna- Bubble Pop (2011)
Hyuna's solo Bubble Pop came out last summer, and I got to visit Korea during the promotion times. Needless to say, I definitely related this song with the summer time. Although this song talks about not being sure of the boy's heart, the beat itself is enough to make you want to visit the beach. And as Allkpop described it, the song is a "up-tempo and bouncy song", basically all bubbly and fun, and somewhat sexy (if you watch the MV)
6. 2PM & SNSD - CABI (2010)
Two of the top idol groups in Korea came together in a commercial for the water park called Caribbean Bay. Along with the 30' commercials, they released a 'duet'. Again the song talks about what to do during the summer, describing summers to a t. And since this is a endorsement song, there are names of some rides in the water park entwined in the lyrics. If you get to watch the MV, you will see what everybody wants to have for the summer: fit bodies. Summer time is for the girls and guys to get fit, and the girls and guys of 2PM and SNSD are definitely ideal bodies for the summer.
7. TVXQ - Summer Dream (2008)
How can I do a list without naming my bias? They have had many good songs in the 5-6 years they were together, with many that definitely have a summer feel to them. This title basically explains itself. This is a Japanese single they released, and the whole song describes a summer love, along with visiting the beach during the summer time.The light music in the background, and the soothing voices of Jaejoong and Junsu will have you singing along in no time. (Yes, there is the Yoochun/Yunho rap in there that may be inaudible... but ignore all that XD)
8.Andy - Love Song (2008)
(Sadly I couldn't fiOff nd the MV for it, so a live will have to do for now) The maknae of Shinhwa released this summer-esque love song. The bubbly song talks about only being able to love one person, and it fits in with those summer loves. This is definitely a cute song, perfect for summer, as the beat is light.
9. TVXQ - Sky (2006)
Another definite summer must listen. I listen to this every summer, and my brother loves it too. The crashing waves and the cool cool breeze I send these things s as a gift to you, I hope you will like what's in here, under the sun, August sky.The rap in the beginning is sort of inaudible, but the rest of the song has soft beats that makes you naturally want to stand under the sun and soak in the rays.
Another definite summer must listen. I listen to this every summer, and my brother loves it too. The crashing waves and the cool cool breeze I send these things s as a gift to you, I hope you will like what's in here, under the sun, August sky.The rap in the beginning is sort of inaudible, but the rest of the song has soft beats that makes you naturally want to stand under the sun and soak in the rays.
10. M - Minnovation (2009)
Another Shinhwa (related) track to brighten up the summer. It's more of a party anthem, but it definitely reminds me of summer.Lee Min Woo of Shinhwa came out as as solo artist under the name M. With this song I can see my self in my car, windows rolled down, and just blasting the heck out of this song. M is a great producer, and the beats to this song definitely show it.
Another Shinhwa (related) track to brighten up the summer. It's more of a party anthem, but it definitely reminds me of summer.Lee Min Woo of Shinhwa came out as as solo artist under the name M. With this song I can see my self in my car, windows rolled down, and just blasting the heck out of this song. M is a great producer, and the beats to this song definitely show it.
11. TVXQ - We Are! (2009)
Another Tohoshinki song. TVXQ. Whatever you want to call them. They recoded this song as the opening song for the Japanese manga/cartoon One Piece. I haven't watched One Piece before, but this song makes me want to watch it. The song is very light, and it makes you sing along. We are, we are on a cruise! When do you go on cruises? What kind of weather do you encounter on cruises? Answers to those questions make me think of summer. So definitely this is a summer song.
Another Tohoshinki song. TVXQ. Whatever you want to call them. They recoded this song as the opening song for the Japanese manga/cartoon One Piece. I haven't watched One Piece before, but this song makes me want to watch it. The song is very light, and it makes you sing along. We are, we are on a cruise! When do you go on cruises? What kind of weather do you encounter on cruises? Answers to those questions make me think of summer. So definitely this is a summer song.
12. Park Myung Soo & Jessica - Naeng Myun (Cold Noodles) (2009)
For those who are not familiar with the Korean culture might be wondering two things: a) what the heck is cold noodles? and b) does this have to do with summer? In Korean culture, there is a tradition of eating naengmyun (cold noodles) during the summer to cool down from the heat. The soup of the noodles are made with pear and chicken stock (if I'm not mistaken) and served with buckwheat noodles, a boiled egg with some ginger and meat. Some prefer to also add some vinegar and gochujang (red pepper paste). Oh yes, and I forgot to mention the most important part, the broth is cold, and usually has ice cubes in it. So when this song came out, just the title alone gave the feeling that it is summer. Jessica's sweet voice mixed in with the light music will get you singing along.
For those who are not familiar with the Korean culture might be wondering two things: a) what the heck is cold noodles? and b) does this have to do with summer? In Korean culture, there is a tradition of eating naengmyun (cold noodles) during the summer to cool down from the heat. The soup of the noodles are made with pear and chicken stock (if I'm not mistaken) and served with buckwheat noodles, a boiled egg with some ginger and meat. Some prefer to also add some vinegar and gochujang (red pepper paste). Oh yes, and I forgot to mention the most important part, the broth is cold, and usually has ice cubes in it. So when this song came out, just the title alone gave the feeling that it is summer. Jessica's sweet voice mixed in with the light music will get you singing along.
13. TVXQ - Share the World (2009)
Off of the same single as We Are, this song is another summer track recorded for the anime One Piece, that does not necessarily get you jumping to your feet, but will get you to blast it on your mp3 player. This song was released during around White Day, which is in March. But because of the context this song was basically for the anime, there is that beat to it. Just take a listen and you'll know what I mean.
Off of the same single as We Are, this song is another summer track recorded for the anime One Piece, that does not necessarily get you jumping to your feet, but will get you to blast it on your mp3 player. This song was released during around White Day, which is in March. But because of the context this song was basically for the anime, there is that beat to it. Just take a listen and you'll know what I mean.
14. SHINee - Juliette (2009)
SHINee's 2009 summer track is a light beat which talks about love. The song is a serenade to the girl, trying to get the girl of their dreams. Like the name of the group, the song is very bright and definitely a summer song because of that.
SHINee's 2009 summer track is a light beat which talks about love. The song is a serenade to the girl, trying to get the girl of their dreams. Like the name of the group, the song is very bright and definitely a summer song because of that.
15. TVXQ - Box in the Ship (2008)
Another Tohoshinki song, released 2008. This track has steel drums in the background, and steel drums remind me of tropical destinations, like Cuba or Jamaica. And in those tropical destinations, it's basically almost summer year round. Although the English doesn't make much sense (commonality in Korean/Japanese music), but the beats will get you feel like it's summer, year round.
Another Tohoshinki song, released 2008. This track has steel drums in the background, and steel drums remind me of tropical destinations, like Cuba or Jamaica. And in those tropical destinations, it's basically almost summer year round. Although the English doesn't make much sense (commonality in Korean/Japanese music), but the beats will get you feel like it's summer, year round.
16. Mighty Mouth - Family (ft. Son Dam Bi) (2008)
Light beat song from the rappers Mighty Mouth featuring Son Dam Bi. Family is an important part of life, and this song talks about it in a faster paced rap songs with the sweet chorus. Light beat songs definitely make it to my list of summer list as it will bring your mood up.
Light beat song from the rappers Mighty Mouth featuring Son Dam Bi. Family is an important part of life, and this song talks about it in a faster paced rap songs with the sweet chorus. Light beat songs definitely make it to my list of summer list as it will bring your mood up.
17. TVXQ - Hi-Ya-Ya (2005)
The beginning of the song will set the mood already. Yoochun does a light rap in the beginning, with Junsu's voice singing in the background. Then the chorus comes Dancing in summer paradise saranghae hi-ya-ya-ya. This video was shot in a tropical place too, to set the mood.
Please don't mind my bad explaining, but these songs are definitely my recommendations for the summer. Not everybody will be close to a beach/shore/somewhere hot. But all these songs will bring you to that vacation place that you couldn't visit this year.
Enjoy!
The beginning of the song will set the mood already. Yoochun does a light rap in the beginning, with Junsu's voice singing in the background. Then the chorus comes Dancing in summer paradise saranghae hi-ya-ya-ya. This video was shot in a tropical place too, to set the mood.
Please don't mind my bad explaining, but these songs are definitely my recommendations for the summer. Not everybody will be close to a beach/shore/somewhere hot. But all these songs will bring you to that vacation place that you couldn't visit this year.
Enjoy!
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