Underrated Songs of March 2026
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The first quarter of 2026 passed by quickly, and March came and went with many notable releases. April also looks stacked with many comebacks that will ensure the year keeps giving. Before April consumes online discussions with its large number of releases, it’s worth looking at some March songs that deserve more discussion.
“To. My First Love” by H1-KEY
On March 5, H1-KEY released their fifth EP, LOVECHAPTER, and its title track “To. My First Love.” Its concept uses the classic “first love” high school concept as an adult reflecting on those past feelings. Sonically, “To. My First Love” uses the ever-popular rock genre, one H1-KEY has consistently showcased since 2024. This sound accompanies lyrics of cherished emotions.
The chorus contains a cute message: “The bookshelf of memories I suddenly open / You're the most beautiful volume / Even if covered in dust / Page by page, because it's you / My heart swells when I open it.” Even if many years pass, harbouring these emotions feels relatable. It may not necessarily mean romantic attachment towards the same person anymore, but a first crush in high school often leaves a long-lasting impression.
“Butterfly Doors” by AtHeart
When TITAN CONTENT announced their first girl group would debut in 2025, curiosity surrounded the company with former high-ranking SM Entertainment staff. The multinational group AtHeart officially entered the industry last August with the title track “Plot Twist,” an unconventionally eerie debut track. For their first comeback, they dropped two title tracks: “Shut Up” on February 26 and “Butterfly Doors” on March 11.
According to the members, “Shut Up” shows growth by building confidence and “Butterfly Doors” shows the opportunities that open up afterwards. Through “Butterfly Doors,” AtHeart learns to adapt to sudden emotions throwing their life off its “axis.” A delicate R&B and pop instrumental plays while the group sings about finding balance.
“LATENCY” by LATENCY
K-Pop idols rarely pivot to making a rock band, but LATENCY has made the transition happen. Comprised of LOONA and Loossemble’s Hyunjin; former Cignature members ZZONE (previously Jeewon), Semi, and Haeun (previously under the stage name Yeah); and Heeyeon, a guitarist who runs the YouTube channel Fingerstylish, the band made their first comeback on March 18. LATE O’ CLOCK, their first EP, reinforces LATENCY’s message that it's never too late to try something new. Their debut single from January, “It Was Love,” comes included on the EP as its fourth track.
Their title track “LATENCY” tells their story of how its members felt like giving up in the past, but decided to extend their careers through the band. Knowing that many of the members started completely fresh with their instruments, LATENCY has made some great progress. With ZZONE as their main vocalist, Hyunjin on drums, Haeun on keyboards, Semi on bass, and Heeyeon on guitar, LATENCY formed an unlikely combination. LATE O’ CLOCK moves LATENCY ahead of the meaning behind their name, an inactive period that needs specific conditions to unlock its full potential.
Edited by Clark Royandoyan