Please Enjoy:
2NE1's 'Ugly' -- the pressure of beauty standards
NU'EST's 'Face' -- bullying and violence, as well as commentary about social pressures regarding masculinity
f(x)'s 'Papi' -- female empowerment and challenging the norm that women should be submissive
LOONA's 'Kiss Later' -- consent and respecting boundaries
EXO's 'Mama' -- how technology negatively affects society and relationships
miss A's 'Bad Girl, Good Girl' -- slut-shaming, judging others before knowing them
BTS' 'Silver Spoon' -- pressures young people face in a society filled with obstacles created by the past generations
Wonder Girls' 'OPPA' -- commentary about being in a controlling relationship
B.A.P's 'Wake Me Up' -- standing up for yourself and fighting against injustice
Girl's Day's 'Female President' -- encouraging female empowerment
“Grow Up” is a comforting song that reminds you that you’re doing well and that it’s okay to make mistakes. The song also reminds its listeners to take their time, and that there is no need to hurry through life.
When we fall behind, we can take a break. You’re doing good. If it gets to hard, I’ll run with you, don’t worry.
The song talks about allowing you to freely feel your emotions. The song tells its listeners to cry when you’ve had a bad day, and that they will be with you until you’re okay again.
When it hurts, just cry. Cry all you want, it’s okay. When sadness disappears and tears begin to stop, I’ll wipe you tears underneath your eyes with my thumb.
“By Your Side” is a song that carries the message of simply being by someone’s side through the pain. Even when you’ve changed a lot, they will be there by your side and protect you from pain.
Time has passed, and you have changed, but I’ll always be here.
“Breathe” is a song that brings a lot of comfort especially when you make mistakes. It reminds you that it’s okay to make mistakes every now and then, and not to hesitate to breathe when you need some air.
It’s okay to make mistakes because anyone can do so.
“One’s Place (Home)” is a song that delivers a message of always being there for each other when you need someone to rely on.
I will be a home that you can go to whenever you need to rest.
Everyone has had their fair share of difficult and exhausting days and SEVENTEEN is here to tell you that they are here to comfort you, that you did well, that they love you, and that they will hug you when you need it.
For you who had a tough time today, I will tell you that I’m here, that you’ve done well, that I love you, and I will hug you tight.
Despite it’s vibrant sound, “Feel Special” by TWICE is a song that talks about relying on someone who reminds you that you’re important especially on days or moments when you feel lost and want to hide yourself from the world.
With a warm smile, you held out your hand. Everything’s alright. From nobody to somebody, I become a very special me.
“Downpour” talks about going through a difficult time, but continuing to work your best because it’s just a part of life that will soon pass.
Someday the cold rain will become warm tears and fall down, it’s alright, it’s just a passing downpour.
“Magic Shop” by BTS is a song about opening up your heart and finding comfort in doing so. “Magic Shop” is identified as a place where you can regain strength and feel comforted.
It’s okay to believe, I’ll comfort you, magic shop.”
“Hurt Road” by DAY6 is a song that talks about going on a difficult journey, but always remembering and focusing on the bright side instead of the challenges that come along with it.
It’s not that you and I didn’t know that not many flowers bloom on this road.