ASTRO songs are known for their catchy lyrics. The group has experimented with different concepts and as they progressed in their musical journey, grew into moodier and edgy songs characterized by EDM and bass undertones.
Their musical leanings have established them as a versatile group. The group boasts a multi-genre discography of songs that have featured in the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart and the Digital Circle chart, amongst others. Their songs feature uplifting and fun lyrics and generally feel-good vibes. From All Night to Always You and Candy Sugar Pop, check out their most popular songs below.
7 Most popular ASTRO songs of all time
This list is based on Spotify rankings at the time of writing this article.
- All Night
- Crazy, Sexy, Cool
- Blue Flame
- Always You
- Knock
- Baby
- Candy Sugar Pop
1) All Night
All Night is the most streamed ASTRO song on Spotify with 39,640,558 total plays. The K-pop boy group dropped the song as the title track of their album, All Light, in January 2019. All Night employs a mid-tempo rhythm and a blend of retro synths and modern EDM.
The soulful song also features a recurring synth line and a wistful chorus. The lyrics of the song dwell on the yearnings of a passionate lover and how consumed with love he is. The ASTRO song peaked at number 24 on the Gaon Download chart and number 21 on the Social Chart.
2) Crazy, Sexy, Cool
Crazy, Sexy, Cool was released in 2017 as the title track and second track on the K-pop idols' fifth mini-album, Dream Part.02. The song is the second most streamed from ASTRO with 35,990,827 plays on Spotify.
The song follows a streamlined sound pattern with smooth verses and a focus on vocal harmony. The groovy song also throws in a funky bassline to complement the classic sound. The lyrics of the song emphasize the natural and strong connection that two people in love share. Crazy, Sexy, Cool peaked at number 11 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart.
3) Blue Flame
Blue Flame is the title track from the K-pop boy group’s sixth mini-album of the same name. Released in 2019, the ASTRO song has recorded 31,653,616 streams on the Spotify platform. Blue Flame uses trap beats, EDM choruses, and reggae undertones to achieve a dark and edgy vibe.
The chorus offers a groovy and memorable melody. The song lyrics explore the complexities of a relationship characterized by passion from one lover and waning interest from the other. The song likens the blue flame to the narrator’s fervent love. Blue Flame peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart.
4) Always You
Always You was released as the K-pop idols’ first single of 2018 and the title track from their Rise Up album. The song switched things up from their bright synth pop sub-genre in favor of EDM. The song’s melody combines synths and powerful belts to create a brooding mid-tempo and a standout vocal performance.
The song’s lyrics convey the feeling of longing after a loved one and the journey to reconnect with them. Always You appeared as number 95 on the Korean Download chart and boasts 21,447,106 streams on the Spotify platform.
5) Knock
Knock is the lead single from the group’s seventh mini album, Gateway. The ASTRO song was released in 2020 and makes use of Trap and hip-hop fusion to convey soulful melody. The vocals and instrumentals journey toward a high power note at the end.
The song offers a refreshing mood against the dark and edgy renditions from the group’s sixth extended play tracks. Knock’s lyrics use a celestial analogy to depict traveling through time to find an elusive lover. The track debuted at number 95 on Billboard K-pop Hot 100 and boasts 20,875,094 streams on the Spotify platform.
6) Baby
Baby is a track from ASTRO’s album, Dream Part.01 released in 2017. The song retains the energy and melody of their debut songs with a synth beat and pop-track vibe. The vocals and tropical house beats work towards a final chorus injected with an electric guitar effect.
This ASTRO song's lyrics describe sleepless nights filled with the thoughts of someone special. The song further highlights the intense feelings that come with a blossoming relationship. The ASTRO song currently registers 20,038,860 streams on the Spotify platform and peaked at number 2 on the Billboard K-pop Hot 100.
7) Candy Sugar Pop
Candy Sugar Pop was released in May 2022 from the group’s third Korean language studio album, Drive to the Starry Road. The song employs retro pop elements and synth and percussions to create a funky rhythm.
The K-pop song stays true to its title with a catchy and memorable chorus. Candy Sugar Pop features lyrics that describe a journey to paradise with one’s lover. They encapsulate the excitement and dreaminess of new love. The pop song debuted at number 5 on the Circle Digital chart with 17,279,569 streams on the Spotify platform.
These ASTRO songs are fan favorites, as evidenced by the millions of streams recorded on the Spotify platform.