NewJeans songs are known for their simplicity and nostalgic melody. Their sounds are laidback and airy redefinitions of the K-Pop girl group style of music. The K-Pop idols, since their debut in 2022, have established themselves as mainstays in the K-Pop musical scene. Their music favors the 90s and early 2000s R&B groove but with the youthfulness and energy of the younger generation.
The HYBE label girl group’s songs like Hype Boy and Attention, have ranked on both local and international charts and have recorded millions of streams on popular streaming platforms.
6 Most popular NewJeans songs of all time
These songs are ranked according to Spotify streams at the time of writing this article.
- OMG
- Ditto
- Super Shy
- Hype Boy
- Attention
- New Jeans
1. OMG
OMG was released on January 2, 2023, as the lead single from NewJean's first single album, OMG. The song is their most streamed song on Spotify with 710,673,403 streams. OMG was written by Dimberg together with NewJeans Hanni and Gigi.
The NewJeans song uses a blend of R&B, Pop, and hip-hop and also features trap rhythms, vocal harmonies, and elements of UK garage groove. The NewJeans song lyrics delve into themes of the young love and infatuation and capture the tender emotions of a teenage crush.
The song was ranked among the best K-pop songs of 2023 by NME and Billboard and peaked at number 10 on Billboard Global 200.
2. Ditto
Ditto boasts 647,986,118 streams on the Spotify platform making it NewJeans’ second most streamed song on the streaming platform. The NewJeans song was released on December 19, 2022, and is a single from NewJean's first single album, OMG.
Ditto was written by The Black Skirts, Oohyo, NewJeans Minji, and Ylva Dimberg. Ditto is a nostalgic song with lyrics featuring elements that are reminiscent of the early 2000s R&B and Pop.
The Lyrics of the song explore the theme of unrequited love and describe feelings of longing, hope, and uncertainty. Ditto peaked at number seven on the Billboard Global 200.
3. Super Shy
Super Shy was released as the lead track from the three singles of the South Korean girl group's second extended play (EP), Get Up. It was released on July 7, 2023, and was written by NewJeans Danielle, Gigi, Kim Dong-hyun, Erica de Casier, and Kristine Bogan.
Super Shy is a pop song that blends elements of R&B, hip-hop, and UK garage for a unique melody. The song also incorporates drum and bass, bubblegum pop, and Jersey club elements that add depth and complexity to the track.
The lyrics talk about a shy person developing feelings for someone they admire. Super Shy became NewJeans’ best charting song on Billboard Global 200, peaking at number 2, and has recorded 594,847,444 on the Spotify platform.
4. Hype Boy
Hype Boy is the second single from NewJeans’ debut extended play, New Jeans. The song was released on July 23, 2022, with four different music videos focusing on each of the members and their narratives.
Hype Boy was written by NewJeans Hanni, Gigi, and Ylva Dimberg. Hype Boy is a stand-out track that makes use of a blend of bass, bubblegum pop, and 90s R&B to create a catchy tune.
The lyrics of the song capture the carefree and optimistic spirit of youth and celebrate fun, love, and friendship. Hype Boy records 573,048,102 streams on the Spotify platform.
5. Attention
Attention is the debut single of the NewJeans girl group and its music video was surprise-released on July 22, 2022. The song was officially released for streaming and download as part of their first extended play, New Jeans, in August 2022.
Attention was composed and written by 250, Duckbay, NewJeans Danielle, and Gigi and has 406,357,570 streams on the Spotify platform. The NewJeans song uses minimalist elements comprising gentle percussions and layered vocals to create a nostalgic sound.
Attention also leans towards a retro vibe. Attention’s lyrics explore the feeling of infatuation and longing for love. The song appeared on lists of the best songs of 2022 by Billboard, NME, and Teen Vogue.
6. New Jeans
New Jeans has recorded a total of 284,704,035 streams on the Spotify streaming platform. It was released as a B-side to the single Super Shy on July 7, 2023, and was featured on the girl group's second extended play, Get Up.
New Jeans was written by Erika de Casier, Fine Glindvad Jenson, Gigi, and NewJeans Haerin. The song blends eclectic dance elements like UK garage, Jersey club, jungle, and drum and bass to add depth and energy to the track.
The lyrics of the NewJeans song express their individuality and confidence, reflecting NewJeans’ determination to carve their path in the music industry. New Jeans peaked at number 32 on Billboard Global 200.
These NewJeans songs are popular for their catchy lyrics, vocal harmony and youthful energy.