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7 Kpop Songs To Listen To When Going Through A Low Phase: It's the era of Kdramas and Kpop! The Hallyu wave has undoubtedly taken over the world in every sense. Be it music, movies, dramas, food, fashion, or any other cultural aspect. Dominating the global music scene and brought to the world stage by bands like BTS and BLACKPINK, Kpop or Korean pop music has its listeners across the globe. And why not? These songs - mostly in the Korean language (though usually with a catchy English phrase) are a complete package as they have a story to tell and are mostly accompanied by a short film-like music video (with equally killer dance moves).

Today's youth and people from all other age groups who discover Kpop and end up following it ardently are finding solace in the groups' songs and messages. A lot of these songs talk bout self-love, acceptance and hope. Here are seven Kpop songs that you can tune in to when having a tough day. They might provide you with the strength to carry on or help you find the light that has always been within! 

1. On by BTS 

This song by supergroup BTS released in 2020 serves as a reminder that one's perseverance and not giving in would eventually lead to better times. The song narrates the group's story through difficulties as the septet sings "All that I know is just goin' on and on and on and on" giving the message of moving forward no matter what. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): Where my pain lies/Let me take a breath/My everythin'/My blood and tears/Got no fears, I'm singin', oh-oh-woah-oh-oh/Oh/I'm takin' over/You should know yeah/Can't hold me down 'cause you know I'm a fighter/Choosing to descend into the dark abyss/Find me and I'm gonna bleed with ya

2. Paradise by BTS 

Even though BTS has achieved great success, they encourage taking a moment to reflect on whether a person is pursuing what they truly desire. The song fills one with the hope to take some time out in case one feels lost to find one's way again. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): It's alright to stop/Now we don't run without even knowing the destination/It's alright to not have a dream/All the breaths you breathe are already in paradise/Stop runnin' for nothin' my friend/Now stop that foolish race/Stop runnin' for nothin' my friend

3. I AM by IVE 

This song by girl group IVE under Starship Entertainment is a beautiful track that gives one the courage to be their own self without any comparisons. It encourages one to be daring enough to take the road not taken and be different from the crowd. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): Open a different door, don't need to follow/You're on your way, I'm on my way, mm-mm/Feels like each day changes colour/Find the path that shines brightly

4. ANTIFRAGILE by LE SSERAFIM 

As the song title suggests, LE SSERAFIM (an anagram of I'm Fearless) sings and confidently declares that the group is antifragile or not weak. The group gives its fans the message to feel powerful in their skin and claim their space in the world through the right efforts and dedication. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): I'll climb higher/Top of the world I itched for (Ah-ah)/No biggie if I were to fall/I'm antifragile, antifragile (Ah-ah)/Right now, I'm on my way/Toss away your fairy tale (Ah-ah)/Now you know my name/I'm antifragile, antifragile

5. EASY by LE SSERAFIM 

This recent release by the group is a wonderful track directed at its haters who think the name and fame they have got is achieved 'easily'. The group members once again establish themselves as rock-solid individuals with an equal share of vulnerabilities and imperfections. The song has the important message that success does not come easy and that those who achieve it 'make it look easy'. It serves as a reminder that one has to face the pains of life and keep going. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): I could get hurt, but keep on walking, kiss me/If it’s hard then I make it easy/Up on the stage, sparks fly off my body/Pull up and I rip it up like ballet/Damn, I really make it look easy/Yeah, know that I make it look easy

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6. Go Hard by TWICE 

This song has one clear and loud message and that is to focus on competing with and being better than oneself. It's important to constantly strive to improve ourselves. The girl group's song conveys a message of hope and reassurance, emphasizing the importance of their fans' unwavering support for them.

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): Even if the waves hit and sprinkle thorns, I'm the winner in the end/Even if you shake and push me, I'm unbreakable/My opponent is Woman in the mirror/I told you no matter how much the world tries to put me down/You make me feel special/If only you and me are here/I fear nothing don't need anything

7. Left & Right by SEVENTEEN 

This track by the boy band gives hope to its listeners by giving the message that the journey one embarks upon is more important than the destination as one gets to learn and experience a lot of things from it. The result at the end does not always matter. 

Lyrics worth noting (English Translation via Genius): Even if we run, run, run/When can we get ahead/Running itself is tough enough, yeah, yeah, yeah/Then what should we do/Not running is an answer, too/Who cares what we do, yeah, yeah

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