🖤My top 20 underrated songs

❝ If you don't give up your hopes and dreams, then there will always be a good ending.❞

                                       ---Minho(SHINee)

This saying keeps me hoping that one day underrated groups will have their time to shine and their talent will finally be appreciated.

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Anywayyys

Annyeong KA!

How are you guys? I'm back with another blog and as the title says I'm going to talk about the underrated songs which I like the most.

Note: Sorry if the pictures look a little messy. Kinda had to rush the edits TT

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VAV- She's Mine

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Listen here.

I don't understand how VAV is still underrated after this. I agree, it's not the best song of 2017, but it's so nice to listen to with that addicting beat.

I thought that the first chorus was too simple but then the second one brought the energy back. This song also has great vocals and raps - what more are we asking for 🤷

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#Gun - Beep

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how Mad Clown would call #Gun. Sorry I just had to point that out 🙄

Anyways I didn't really understand the MV that much, but the song is amazing. I didn't expect less from Giriboy. The beat is so catchy and #Gun has improved so much since No Mercy. He doesn't go all out while rapping anymore and controls his voice much better.

But of course, there's still room to improve.

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Seven O'Clock - Echo

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I absolutely love this song. The song might be a little simple. The hook might not be very strong. The genre might be overused. However, their voices and the catchy melody made up for it. It might not have been a very impactful debut, but it certainly is one of my favorites.

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Grace - Zombie High

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This song has some sick beats. Both the MV and the dancing were meh, but I think the song was amazing. It would have been so much better if she danced a bit more, but still I love her confidence. Back to the song, it has a really nice rhythm and the rapping is on point.

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P.O & U-Kwon ft Chanmina - Winner

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How is this even underrated? This japanese song deserves so much more views that it huuurts :hocho: P.O's rapping was amazing and U-Kwon's vocals just fit in so well. I think this upbeat and fun song reflects very much Bastarz.

For me this is a kill-me-heal-me-kind-of song. P.O fast rapping(also Chanmina's) kills as usual while Kwonnie's smooth voice heals~

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B.I.G - Aphrodite

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This is a song which I got addicted to at first listen. It was so well produced, with its strong beat and energetic music :notes: It's just a song that really makes me wanna get up and dance.

I really think that this is one of B.I.G's best comebacks and should definitely get more recognition.

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Up10tion - Going Crazy

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Is this underrated? Or am I just biased? Well I'm not sure :sweat_smile: I know this song is lacking in some ways but I still love it. I think their voices and vocal ranges were perfect for this song.

The MV was so pretty though and I think the choreo is one of the best right now.

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AlphaBAT - Tantara

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This is hella catchy and was stuck in my head for so long. Their voices are so nice to listen to and the raps went along with the singing so well. The MV was eye-candy. I live for those pants :see_no_evil:

The song was nothing extraordinary as it is but it still managed to catch my attention and everything was put together so well.

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D.Holic - Color Me Rad

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One more song with the amazing beats. Idk why but some parts of this song give me an anime feel and I love it. Also, the rap parts are awesome. And I really like this colorful concept.

This song just got me addicted at first listen. So I would definitely recommend it. It's sad that they disbanded this year since I really like their music style TT

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Glam - Party XXO

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The MV might be quite common, just like the song with its cute and sweet feel, but they looked like they were having so much fun. The song has a nice melody and I think it was delivered pretty well.

Glam party is actually the only song I listened to of this group so maybe I should check out their other songs, but meh, I learnt they disbanded the year I got into kpop :flushed:

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Vixx - Dynamite

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My favorite part in this song is Ravi's rap which he completely slayed. The whole instrumental seemed so complex and well made. Additionally, I like how bright this song is compared to some of their other songs.

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Bigflo - Delilah

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One very strong debut. While I didn't really understand the concept of the MV, I really liked their clothes and the melody of the song was just so well chosen.

And I love the deep voice of this guy.. I think his name is Hightop?

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KNK - Back Again

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This song has been likened to Beast or Infinite songs by so many, and I think that's really an honor for a rookie group to be compared to those. Back Again really has the ~2012 kpop songs feel.

It's not catchy, it's not a song that grabs you from first listen, it just creeps its way into your heart slowly as you continue listening to it.

Both the vocals and raps sounded great with the powerful instrumental.

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LedApple - Let the wind blow

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The MV really gave me the Jrock feels. I love the vocalist's voice so much and it really seems like he sings with his whole being. I don't really know what to say about this song except that I want more songs like that and that I'm really sad they disbanded already TT

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The Legend - Shadow

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This song- well I can understand why it's not that popular. First, the guy with the open shirt didn't carry out his acting very well. The transition between verses seemed a little weird sometimes and the rap was kinda out of place.

But on the whole it's nice to listen to. I think I just got used to it? 🙄 So yeah the little imperfections don't bother you anymore after a few times. I really like Listen's part and I think that's why I kept listening to this song.

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Boys Republic - Get Down

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This- I think I've liked this since I listened to the first 6 seconds. One more song with quite powerful music. I love how this is arranged. The chorus is somewhat unique and breaks the no-chorus norm. The rap part after the chorus fits so well. The vocals at the end were just godly :crystal_ball:

For the MV, I think we could have done without the heads, but I guess that just empowers the song more and makes it even more unique.

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JJCC - Fire

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More "lala" parts. Just looking at the MV and listening to this song gives me so much energy. Moreover, the transitions between the parts are so smooth and well done.

All that bass is to die for and "The roof is on fire" remains stuck in your head.

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Cross Gene - Play with me

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I came to know this group because of Wonho's dramas. Well the views really increased because of Wonho's role in 'Legend of the Blue Sea' but the song surely is worth it.

I think it's an amazing song. Both the vocals and rap are good. It makes you want to keep listening to it.

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Madtown - OMGT

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Omg yass I love that music and those beats :heart_eyes: Professionally, it may be a bit lacking, but it sure is a song that I love.

It kind of lacks a bit of energy though? I wonder if a more energetic choreo might have saved this 🙄

I'm not really sure who the guy who says the 'Oh God' is but he surely is the one who got me hooked.

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Sonamoo - I (knew it)

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That 'I, I, I' is so catchy. I'll be honest I don't really like some of the vocals. I can definitely see the efforts in those vocals but I guess it just wasn't to my liking. But on a whole I think this is a really good comeback.

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Honorable Mentions

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Dia - Mr Potter

Block B Bastarz - That's Right

A.C.E - Callin'

Imfact - Tension Up

100% - Better Day

Topp Dogg - The beat

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Conclusion

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Lastly, what I want to say is that you should definitely give these songs a listen :blossom: I know that many of these groups have disbanded already and that's a really sad fact.

Also I wanna wish good luck to those participating in 'The Unit' and hope that they can rise to fame once again.

On a side note, Kpop has changed my life and helped me overcome so many difficult situations. (Idk why I'm saying this though :sweat_smile: )

And that's the end guys! Thank you so much for reading ❣ I hope you liked it and have a great day/night ahead.

EDIT: THANK YOU FOR THE FEATURE :heart_eyes:

[Credits: Pictures I used in the edits don't belong to me so creds to respective owners. Sticker credits to picsart.]