10 K-pop songs about money and success
K-pop songs often explore various aspects of life, including the confidence and happiness that come from wealth and success.
Take a look at our list of K-pop songs about money that we prepared for you.
1. “Work” by ATEEZ
In “Work,” ATEEZ’s Hongjoong and Mingi emphasize the relentless hustle and the rewards it brings.
“Gotta work (Gotta work).
Gotta make that money, make a purse (Yes).
Got a fur coat, so I make it purr (Make it purr).
Give ’em whiplash when they see me earn (Woo).
Gotta, gotta, gotta work.
Gotta make that money, make a purse (Gotta make it).
Got a fur coat, so I make it purr (So I make it purr).
Gotta get that credit, get perks.
Gotta, gotta, gotta work.”
2. “Shopper” by IU
IU’s “Shopper” dives into the desire for more and the thrill of acquiring new things:
“Even still.
I want to earn more.
(Yeah I want more, I’ll get it more, more).
There are so many things.
That hype me up.
(Oh I want all, I must have all, all).”
3. “DDU-DU DDU-DU” by BLACKPINK
While not solely about money, “DDU-DU DDU-DU” reflects themes of power, success, and the luxurious life that comes with wealth. Jennie’s verse encapsulates this well:
“I’m getting.
Money by the hundreds.
All my GQ’s spread like hummus.
Bullshit for the birds that are comin’.
I’ma say this shit again.
I’m the mail, I run it.
Drop that like you got a hot track.
So you wanna knock that, got another banger.
Real talk, I’ma let the O’s talk.
You can see the billions, better call a banker.”
4. “Money” by LISA
Lisa’s solo track “Money” is all about enjoying life and the freedom that financial independence brings:
“It’s the end of the month and the weekend.
I’m spending this check; everything is on me, yeah.
I’ma tip myself, I’ma spend it on myself.
I’ma drop it like it’s pourin’, I’ma pour it on myself.”
5. “Gold Gold Gold” by JEON SOMI
Somi flaunts her wealth and the luxurious life it affords her in “Gold Gold Gold”:
“In my pocket, a small change is dancing.
My mouth is full of gold, and my smile is dazzling.
THE BLACK is what I rep, the check is what I get.
My exes are in the rearview mirror of 964.
Zoom, zoom, start the engine.
Cross the line, and cut it like a knife.
This wealth fortune is endless, making endless.
I want it all, I’m out of line.”
6. “Regular” by NCT 127
NCT 127’s “Regular” showcases a life adorned with luxury and the constant pursuit of more:
“VVS my diamonds, I don’t need no light to shine.
Iced out both my wrists, and now I can barely see the time.
I just made a million and I’m still not satisfied.
‘Cause I need that bag on the regular.
I spend a bag on the regular.”
7. “Ka-CHING!” by EXO-CBX
EXO-CBX’s “Ka-CHING!” is an energetic track about having money and seizing opportunities:
“Yeah, I got the money.
Do you see the money?
Come and get it now.
Seize the whole world in my hands.
Everything I want.
Throw away the common fakes, only the real thing.
I’ll show you, it’s show time.”
8. “Better Things” by aespa
aespa’s “Better Things” is a confident anthem about making money and prioritizing oneself:
“I’m sorry that it hurts you.
No, I’m sorry I ain’t sorry.
aespa, big girls makin’ money.”
9. “Bad Alive” by WayV
WayV’s “Bad Alive” glorifies a life of luxury and exclusive tastes:
“I’m a bad kinda player.
Thousand dollar shoes.
Thousand dollar shoes.
‘Cause I’m bad, can’t be caught up.
Thousand dollar shoes.
‘Cause I’m bad, so special.”
10. “Tony Montana” by Agust D
Agust D (Suga of BTS) reflects on success and wealth, contemplating its impact on his life in “Tony Montana”:
“Success and happiness look alike but they’re different.
But I want a bigger success.
More wealth and bigger honor.
I want the money to chase me but I hope.
I don’t become the monster chasing only money.”
Lyrics: GENIUS
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