Best B-Sides Performed in English Part 1
While English songs have become a staple in K-Pop in recent years, they are often released as singles and promoted worldwide. However, there are many English songs released by Korean artists that remain hidden gems within their albums. Let’s take a look at some of the best K-Pop B-sides performed in English.
“Can’t get you out of my mind” - Dreamcatcher
Building on a robust electronic beat and synth, “Can’t get you out of my mind” by Dreamcatcher was included in the group’s 2020 album Dystopia: Lose Myself. The lyrics describe old feelings of friendship that sometimes turn into love and the confusion that surrounds it. This track is definitely one way to let people know of Dreamcatcher’s versatility.
“One Day At A Time” - ATEEZ
Before ATEEZ released “Take Me Home,” a.k.a one of the best B-sides of 2021, the group also released a sweet track titled “One Day At A Time”—an R&B song with a Moombahton rhythm about relying on each other and persevering through difficult situations. The sweet voices of the members beautifully convey this feeling.
“Flying on Faith” - Chungha
“Flying on Faith” by Chungha is the third track on the singer’s behemoth project Querencia. The song’s English lyrics match the rich production, making it an edgy pop record. The explosive emotions of the song are conveyed by Chungha's charismatic vocals, which never get buried in the track’s production.
“Bottom Of The Ocean” - Golden Child
“Bottom Of The Ocean” is the third song on Golden Child’s album Game Changer. Reminiscent of tracks performed by pop rock bands in the 2010s, “Bottom Of The Ocean” combines intense hybrid drums and a pop rock guitar, making for a cool chorus with an EDM synth. The lyrics compare the feeling of being in love to that of falling into a vast ocean.
“HAPPY WITHOUT ME” - MONSTA X
The kings of English tracks in K-Pop, MONSTA X released the slow jam “HAPPY WITHOUT ME” as part of their first English album ALL ABOUT LUV. The track was produced by Mauricio Rengifo and Andrés Torres, who also worked on the hit single “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi an Daddy Yankee, making “HAPPY WITHOUT ME” a single-worthy track.
“Love To Hate Me” - BLACKPINK
A sassy clap back to their haters, “Love To Hate Me” by BLACKPINK gives major girl boss vibes and rightfully so. The track is built around a bass-heavy trap beat and a synth-pop style. Rob Grimaldi, one of the top producers in the business, worked on the song, which is a true gem in BLACKPINK’s discography.