Believe it or not -- 2023 has been over! Last year was another amazing year filled with incredible K-pop songs from both experienced and rookie groups. As we kick start a new year, Kpop Planet has prepared a list of some of the best K-pop songs released in every month that you should listen to in 2023!

Check out the list to see if your "song of the month" matches with ours!

January: TXT - Sugar Rush Ride 

TXT kicked off 2023 with a new mini album "The Name Chapter: Temptation". The title track "Sugar Rush Ride" illustrates the boys falling to the sweet temptations of the devil on the way of chasing their dreams. The whistle and breathing sounds in the chorus together with the captivating choreography bring out a mysterious yet sexy vibe that TXT have never presented before. The aesthetics of the music video is also very stunning, and the members literally looks like forest fairies in Peter Pan's Neverland in the music video, not to mention Yeonjun's alluring gaze which makes all MOA's hearts skip a beat! 

February: STAYC - Teddy Bear 

STAYC has been well-known for their unique "Teen Fresh" image since their debut, and the girls continue to demonstrate their youthful and lovely charms with "Teddy Bear". This song encompasses the members' wish to bring hope and comfort to fans, singing that they would always stay by their side like a teddy bear no matter what happens. The girls look as cute as teddy bear, and the animation effects in the music video adds some Y2K colors to the song. Listening to the members' refreshing vocals and watching them playing with teddy bears in the music video would definitely brighten up your day! 

March: JISOO (BLACKPINK) - Flower

BLACKPINK's visual queen Jisoo finally released her debut solo album "Me" in March. The title track "Flower" is a mid-tempo dance pop that incorporates traditional Korean and Caribbean elements. The lyrics talk about a girl freeing herself from a toxic relationship, that nothing is left other than the scent of flower. The signature "flower dance" in the chorus went viral all over the world immediately after its release, and many pet owners even did the "flower challenge" with their dogs and cats, making this song also famous among non K-pop fans. 

April: IVE - I AM 

IVE dropped their first full-length album "I've Ive" in April. The title track "I AM" is a dance pop with meaningful lyrics written by renowned K-pop lyricists Kim Eana, which declare the girls' determination to pursue their dreams, while also encouraging listeners to be confident in achieving their own goals as well. The sleek music and empowering lyrics bring out the group's gorgeous and classy charms and would make you feel like you are doing catwalk on a runway. On top of that, Yujin's high note in the line "1,2,3 Fly Up" and Rei's eye-catching pink hair are the highlights of this comeback.

May: ENHYPEN - Bite Me 

After trying out hip-hop concept last year with their third mini album "MANIFESTO：DAY 1", ENHYPEN made a return as vampires with another mini album "DARK BLOOD" in May this year. The title track "Bite Me" is a dark love story that is about the members feeling their connections with their lovers deep in their veins, and that they hope their lovers can save them from the dark and reunite with them. The members look absolutely majestic with this royal vampire concept, and many fans said that the music brings back second gen feelings. Do you agree? 

June: Stray Kids - S-Class

Stray Kids slayed everywhere all around the world once again with their second full-length album "5-STAR" in June. Same as their previous releases, the title song "S-Class" is a hip-hop track produced by the group's in-house production unit 3Racha, which talks about Stray Kids' determination to strive for excellence and their aspiration of becoming the brightest stars in the world. In fact, their dream has come true as this album brought these 8 "S-class" stars their third No.1 on Billboard 200! In addition, the sophisticated CG effects in the music video and electrifying choreography are truly a pleasure to watch!

Which song above is your favorite, and what other K-pop songs released in the first half of 2023 do you enjoy? Stay tuned for part 2! 

Happy New Year! <3