A good instrumental is as complete as the song itself, holding the ability to evoke powerful emotional reactions and convey the essence of the lyrics without their utterance. Here are 10 official K-Pop instrumentals that will blow your mind! Note: This list is in no particular order of ranking.
1. ONEWE - ‘Star’
ONEWE’s ‘Star’ is easily one of the most magical instrumentals we have ever had the joy of experiencing. It embodies the beauty of the song at its finest and allows us to lose ourselves in the harmonies. ‘Star’ is the perfect example of what an ideal instrumental should be.
2. VIXX - ‘Error’
The instrumental version of ‘Error’ carries the cinematic appeal of the music video and tugs at our heartstrings as we relive the series of events that unfolded in the same. You cannot help but feel the angst in your bones with how incredible the instrumentals are.
3. NCT’s Ten - ‘Paint Me Naked’
Ten’s ‘Paint Me Naked’ is the ideal song for feeling like you’re on top of the world. Celebrating the joy of new love and liberation, the instrumental composition is multifaceted, diverse, and colourful, to say the least.
4. MONSTA X - ‘One Day’
MONSTA X imbues ‘One Day’ with mellow sentimentality and honesty, which translates wonderfully to the instrumental. There is a deep sense of longing and nostalgia in the melody that is simply undeniable. This is exactly what makes ‘One Day’ so poignant.
5. NMIXX - ‘Tank’
NMIXX’s ‘Tank’ is undoubtedly one of a kind but what’s even more impressive is that the instrumental is just as refreshing, even when considered on its own. From the marching band sounds to the dynamic drums, everything about ‘Tank’ is a cultural reset and we’re living for it!
6. BTS - ‘Dynamite (NightTime Version)’
‘Dynamite’ is iconic for a number of reasons and being one of the best instrumentals in K-Pop is just one of them. BTS and their team leave no stone unturned in creating the most delightful and addictive melody, and the proof is in the pudding! The amount of happiness this song has brought to the world is not only incredible but also worth high praise.
7. ONEUS - ‘No Diggity’
The red hot fire of EDM burns through the veins of ‘No Diggity’ and the effect is absolutely hypnotic. If you’re looking to enter your supervillain era, this instrumental is as perfect as it gets for broodily defying the rules of this world. ONEUS truly popped off with this banger and we’re obsessed!
8. Girls’ Generation - ‘Into The New World’
The timeless charm of Girls’ Generation in ‘Into The New World’ is perfectly captured in its flawless instrumental, giving us the main character moment we all deserve. This is the coming of age anthem of our dreams and we just can’t get enough.
9. VICTON - ‘Mayday’
VICTON’s ‘Mayday’ is a song of power, rebellion, and love, all of which find their home in the impactful instrumental. The chord progressions are immaculate, to say the least, and the orchestral effect just hits different. Headbanging guaranteed!
10. MAMAMOO - ‘Piano Man’
‘Piano Man’ by MAMAMOO is a jazz-pop masterpiece that owes its allure to the extraordinary instrumental. As the title of the song suggests, the piano is the leading force of the composition, comfortably cushioned by electronic swing elements. This instrumental screams creative genius and that’s what MAMAMOO is all about. Which other K-Pop instrumental would you add to this list? Tell us in the comments section down below!
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