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2NE1 debuted in 2009 and has since showcased a diverse music style. The group, consisting of Bom, CL, Dara, and Minzy, explores various genres, breaking international barriers in music.
To Anyone and Crush were the best-selling albums, consisting of the most popular 2NE1 songs. I Am the Best and Come Back Home - count as the noticeable tracks, clenching the 1 position on the Gaon Digital Chart.
2NE1 also made history with a 3D hologram concert and received numerous awards, including ten Mnet Asian Music Awards and nine Melon Music Awards. After a long hiatus, they are planning a comeback with a global tour starting in October in Seoul.
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Note: The article reflects the author's opinion and is listed in descending order of YouTube views.
Some of the best 2NE1 songs of all time
After a hiatus of one decade, the band is returning with several concerts. People can prepare themselves with these popular 2NE1 songs. This list is based on the YouTube views at the time of writing of this article. and they are-
- I Am The Best
- Come Back Home
- Lonely
- I Love You
- Falling in Love
- Fire
- Gotta Be You
1) I Am The Best
I Am the Best, one of the popular 2NE1 songs, was released in 2011. The song is themed on feminism and equal opportunity, which clenched the honor of Song of the Year at the 2011 Mnet Asian Music Awards.
CL, one of the members of the group, stunned the fans with her live performance of this song in the 2018 Pyeong Chang Olympics. With 379 million views on YouTube, the song becomes the anthem of self-love and rejection of societal norms. The lyrics "I refuse to be compared, I'm telling you the truth" back the song's theme while repetitive utterances of "I am the best", the singers endorsed self-love. Released by YG Entertainment, the song has been praised for its energetic hip-hop dance performance.
2) Come Back Home
In February 2014, Come Back Home was released, an embodiment of R&B and Trap. This 2NE1 song made successful efforts to maintain its position in the Gaon Digital chart for almost two consecutive weeks.
The song is based on a Sci-fi theme and portrays the feeling of loneliness in the absence of a loved one. In verse 1, Minzy, Bom, and CL sing"Come back home, can you come back home? / Don't leave me at the end of the cold world/ But come back to my side/ Come back home, can you come back home?" which renders the urge to not leave them alone in the cold world.
In the second verse, the song goes,
"I hate you for not answering/ I wonder if you'll miss me sometimes too, yeah/ I'm trapped in a time without you/ I can't see ahead, I'm so scared"
The verse depicts some strong emotions with the words like " hate" or " scared". The song clenched the top position in MelOn, Naver, etc in that year. On YouTube, it has 103 million views.
3) Lonely
Lonely, released in 2011, is the blending of fewer words and more instrumental. This 2NE1 song lyric is the depiction of melancholy while the music video perfectly justifies them with its somber and gloomy atmosphere. It has 104 million views on YouTube.
"Cause you see lately something's/ Changed in my mind/ Seems the fire within me has died/ I'm a stranger to myself, don't wanna feel this wa-a-ay."
These lyrics smoothly align with the theme of the song where the singers convey the message that one can be lonely around friends and family. These four girls in that group presented sensitivity and vehemence at the same time by showcasing their acting skills.
This 2NE1 song became the first girls' group track that achieved perfect all-kill.
4) I Love You
Written by Teddy Park and Lydia Paek, I Love You is another popular 2NE1 song with 87 million views on YouTube, released in 2012. The song debuted on Billboard K-pop Hot 100 while it was featured in MelOn and other daily charts in South Korea.
This love ballad is slightly different from other 2NE1 songs, depicting vulnerability and highlighting deep emotions. The song begins with "When you feel like there’s no way out/ Love is the only way" showcasing the positive sides of love.
"I’m still scared of love/ So help me trust you" renders the feeling of vulnerability and fear in love. In this song, the 2NE1 members wrote about the anxiety of sleeplessness while being in love.
It was recorded in Korean as well as in Japanese which made people savor it even more.
5) Falling in Love
With 84 million streams on YouTube, Falling in Love is another popular 2NE1 song, released in 2013. The song is the love anthem, depicting the feeling of the beginning stage of love.
This 2NE1 song, Falling In Love captures the exhilarating emotions of early-stage infatuation, with lyrics that convey urgency, excitement, and the intense desire for closeness.
"I don’t even know your name but/ Oh your heavenly stare is really/ Alright Alright Alright Alright"
These lyrics explore the internal conflict and confusion that often accompany these feelings, while playful references to popular culture add reliability. 2NE1's signature blend of pop, hip-hop, and electronic elements amplifies the song's vibrant energy, making it an anthem for the thrill of new romance.
6) Fire
On YouTube, Fire has garnered 73 million views. This song is an empowering anthem that celebrates self-liberation and resilience. The lyrics emphasize overcoming obstacles and societal expectations, urging listeners to embrace their true selves and pursue their dreams with determination.
"My eyes are filled with shining stars/ Even the light burning in my heart/ Won’t be forever, there’s nothing to lose"
These lyrics present a bold and unapologetic spirit that unites listeners, creating a shared sense of empowerment and collective energy. The metaphor of fire symbolizes passion, energy, and transformation, encapsulating the intense drive to break free and achieve one's goals.
7) Gotta Be You
Another popular 2NE1 song with 61 million views, Gotta Be You was released in 2014. This dance-pop song was the second part of their final and last album Crush. It was even rated 42nd for the most downloaded song in South Korea in 2014. Soon after the song was released, one of the group members, Minzy left.
The song depicts the narrative of emotional turmoil and a strong refusal to accept the separation. The introductory lyrics, "Again today, I shout out/ Let's go back" clearly portray the theme.
The deep emotions are stated in the lyrics,
"I don't wanna meet new people/ Though I don' know why I still hate you a lot/ Our encounter was like destiny / But now we’ve turned from lovers to strangers"
Apart from these songs, fans can listen to Missing You, Can't Nobody, Lollipop etc.
