K-Pop is a highly infectious genre that has gained global recognition in recent years. With its vibrant beats, addictive melodies, and charismatic performers, K-Pop has become a powerful force in the music industry and has even made its way into Hollywood. In various movies, K-Pop songs have added a unique flavor to productions and showcased the cultural reach of South Korean talent. Here’s a list of 10 K-Pop songs that have made it into Hollywood movies:
1. “Rising Sun” by TVXQ – Fast & Furious (2009)
Universal Pictures featured “Rising Sun” by TVXQ in the opening scene of Paul Walker’s character in the franchise. Although the song was already a success in South Korea in 2005, its inclusion in Fast & Furious brought it further recognition.
2. “Nobody” by Wonder Girls – Penguins of Madagascar (2014)
Wonder Girls’ hit song “Nobody” was featured in the movie Penguins of Madagascar. This song marked a milestone in the K-Pop industry as the first Korean song to enter the US Billboard Hot 100, debuting at number 76.
3. “Fantastic” by RM (feat. Mandy Ventrice) – Fantastic Four (2015)
RM, the leader of BTS, collaborated with Mandy Vetrice to create the song “Fantastic” for the movie Fantastic Four. The song aligns with the film’s theme and combines catchy beats with powerful vocals.
4. “As If It’s Your Last” by BLACKPINK – Justice League (2017)
BLACKPINK’s “As If It’s Your Last” was featured in the film Justice League. The song blends different music styles and quickly made its mark, debuting at the top of Billboard’s World Digital Songs.
5. “Hangover” by PSY (feat. Snoop Dogg) – Black Panther (2018)
PSY’s energetic song “Hangover” featuring Snoop Dogg was included in the bustling casino scene of the movie Black Panther. The song gained a lot of attention upon its release, with the music video featuring other K-Pop stars.
6. “Zimzalabim” by Red Velvet – Trolls World Tour (2020)
Red Velvet’s catchy hit “Zimzalabim” appeared in the animated film trailer for Trolls World Tour. The song combines EDM and electro pop and gave the group another top 10 entry on Billboard’s World Digital Songs chart.
7. “Russian Roulette” by Red Velvet – Troll World Tour (2020)
Red Velvet’s “Russian Roulette” also made it into Trolls World Tour. The song’s animated and lively rhythm adds an extra layer of color and fun to the movie’s soundtrack.
8. “Friends” by BTS – Eternals (2021)
BTS’s “Friends” is featured in the Marvel Studios film Eternals. BTS, being one of the biggest K-Pop groups, has had a significant impact on the genre’s global popularity.
K-Pop continues to make waves in the music and film industries, showcasing the worldwide appeal of South Korean talent.
