Last Updated: September 2026
Source: Official YouTube music videos and publicly visible YouTube like counts. Learn more on the YouTube Help Center.
Note: Rankings are audited and updated regularly as official YouTube like counts change.
YouTube likes provide a useful measure of audience engagement alongside video views. This ranking features the Top 10 most liked K-Pop songs on YouTube of all time, based on publicly visible like counts from official music video uploads.
Quick Answer: Most Liked K-Pop Song on YouTube
The most liked K-Pop song on YouTube of all time is “Gangnam Style” by PSY, with approximately 32.1 million likes. It is followed by “Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey)” by BTS with 29.6 million likes, and “Kill This Love” by BLACKPINK with 26.7 million likes.
Top 10 Most Liked K-Pop Songs (Rankings Table)
| Rank | Thumbnail | Song | Singer / Movie | Year | Category | Likes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Gangnam Style | PSY | 2012 | Solo | 32.1M |
| 2 |  |
Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey) | BTS | 2019 | Group Collaboration | 29.6M |
| 3 |  |
Kill This Love | BLACKPINK | 2019 | Group (Girl Group) | 26.7M |
| 4 |  |
How You Like That | BLACKPINK | 2020 | Group (Girl Group) | 25.2M |
| 5 |  |
DDU-DU DDU-DU | BLACKPINK | 2018 | Group (Girl Group) | 24.8M |
| 6 |  |
DNA | BTS | 2017 | Group (Boy Group) | 23.6M |
| 7 |  |
FAKE LOVE | BTS | 2018 | Group (Boy Group) | 22.4M |
| 8 |  |
MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) | BTS | 2017 | Group Collab / Remix | 21.8M |
| 9 |  |
IDOL | BTS | 2018 | Group (Boy Group) | 21.6M |
| 10 |  |
Ice Cream (with Selena Gomez) | BLACKPINK | 2020 | Group Collaboration | 20.5M |
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Methodology & Verification
- Official Music Videos Only: Likes are tracked from verified primary YouTube channels, including officialpsy, HYBE LABELS, and BLACKPINK / YG ENTERTAINMENT.
- Public Like Counts: Figures reflect the publicly visible like counts displayed by YouTube on the primary official music video upload.
- Exclusions: Live concert fancams, third-party lyric videos, teaser clips, reaction videos, and other unofficial uploads are excluded.
- Regular Updates: Rankings are reviewed and updated on Songray as official YouTube like counts change.
Key Highlights & Engagement Insights
- BTS and BLACKPINK Dominate the Top 10: BTS and BLACKPINK account for 9 of the 10 entries in this ranking, with PSY’s Gangnam Style occupying the remaining position.
- PSY Leads the Ranking: Gangnam Style currently ranks first with approximately 32.1 million YouTube likes, making it the only song in this Top 10 to have surpassed 30 million likes.
- Strong Engagement for Major Collaborations: Boy With Luv by BTS featuring Halsey and Ice Cream by BLACKPINK with Selena Gomez both rank among the 10 most-liked K-Pop songs in this list.
Top 10 K-Pop Songs Breakdown
1. Gangnam Style – PSY
PSY’s legendary 2012 hit “Gangnam Style” became the blueprint for global viral music. Beyond breaking YouTube’s initial view counter, the video has earned universal appreciation across generations, comfortably standing at #1 with over 32.1 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 32.1 Million
- Artist: PSY
- Label / Channel: officialpsy
- Release Year: 2012
2. Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey) – BTS
Featuring American singer-songwriter Halsey, “Boy With Luv” is an exuberant funk-pop celebration of self-discovery and love. The colorful aesthetic and joyful choreography quickly made it BTS’s highest-liked collaborative music video, boasting over 29.6 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 29.6 Million
- Artist: BTS (feat. Halsey)
- Label / Channel: HYBE LABELS
- Release Year: 2019
3. Kill This Love – BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK’s powerhouse anthem “Kill This Love” showcases bold horn fanfares and dramatic choreography. The cinematic visual earned instant acclaim upon debut, claiming the title of the most liked girl group video in YouTube history with 26.7 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 26.7 Million
- Artist: BLACKPINK
- Label / Channel: YG Entertainment / BLACKPINK
- Release Year: 2019
4. How You Like That – BLACKPINK
Serving as the pre-release single for The Album, “How You Like That” features high-octane hip-hop beats and lavish set designs. The music video shattered multiple premiere records and stands with over 25.2 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 25.2 Million
- Artist: BLACKPINK
- Label / Channel: YG Entertainment / BLACKPINK
- Release Year: 2020
5. DDU-DU DDU-DU – BLACKPINK
The iconic track that cemented BLACKPINK’s international status, “DDU-DU DDU-DU” features fierce verses and the world-famous finger-gun dance move. The video has collected over 24.8 Million likes on YouTube.
- Official Likes: 24.8 Million
- Artist: BLACKPINK
- Label / Channel: YG Entertainment / BLACKPINK
- Release Year: 2018
6. DNA – BTS
With vivid psychedelic colors and intricate whistling melodies, “DNA” represented BTS’s breakthrough onto global television stages. The video remains one of their most beloved classics, boasting over 23.6 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 23.6 Million
- Artist: BTS
- Label / Channel: HYBE LABELS
- Release Year: 2017
7. FAKE LOVE – BTS
The emo hip-hop lead single from Love Yourself: Tear, “FAKE LOVE” captivated fans worldwide with its brooding rock-infused beats and poignant emotional themes. The visual has accumulated over 22.4 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 22.4 Million
- Artist: BTS
- Label / Channel: HYBE LABELS
- Release Year: 2018
8. MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) – BTS
Re-imagined with high-octane electronic drops by American DJ Steve Aoki, “MIC Drop” delivered an unapologetic showcase of rap delivery and aggressive hip-hop choreography, earning over 21.8 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 21.8 Million
- Artist: BTS (prod. Steve Aoki)
- Label / Channel: HYBE LABELS
- Release Year: 2017
9. IDOL – BTS
Celebrating Korean traditional cultural rhythms blended with South African gqom beats, “IDOL” is a triumphant anthem of self-confidence. The high-energy festival atmosphere has driven over 21.6 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 21.6 Million
- Artist: BTS
- Label / Channel: HYBE LABELS
- Release Year: 2018
10. Ice Cream (with Selena Gomez) – BLACKPINK
Teaming up with global superstar Selena Gomez, “Ice Cream” offered a vibrant bubblegum pop aesthetic with playful summer choreography. The collaborative visual rounds out the Top 10 with over 20.5 Million likes.
- Official Likes: 20.5 Million
- Artist: BLACKPINK (with Selena Gomez)
- Label / Channel: YG Entertainment / BLACKPINK
- Release Year: 2020
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the most liked K-Pop song on YouTube of all time?
“Gangnam Style” by PSY is the most liked K-Pop song on YouTube of all time, with approximately 32.1 million likes. YouTube like counts can change as users interact with the video.
Which K-Pop group has the most entries in the Top 10 most liked songs?
BTS has the most entries in the Top 10, with five songs: “Boy With Luv,” “DNA,” “FAKE LOVE,” “MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix),” and “IDOL.” BLACKPINK follows with four entries.
What is the most liked BLACKPINK song on YouTube?
“Kill This Love” by BLACKPINK is the most liked BLACKPINK song in this ranking, with approximately 26.7 million YouTube likes.
What is the most liked BTS song on YouTube?
“Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey)” by BTS is the most liked BTS song in this ranking, with approximately 29.6 million YouTube likes.
Are YouTube likes different from YouTube views?
Yes. YouTube views represent the number of times a video has been watched, while likes represent users who clicked the thumbs-up button to show their appreciation for the video.
Final Thoughts
YouTube like counts provide another way to measure audience engagement with K-Pop music videos. BTS and BLACKPINK account for most of the entries in this Top 10, while PSY’s “Gangnam Style” currently leads the ranking with more than 32 million likes.
As YouTube like counts continue to change, the rankings may also change over time. Songray will continue to track and update the list using publicly visible YouTube like counts from official music video uploads.
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