The 30 Greatest K-Pop Albums Of All Time, According To Paste Magazine

By kpoppo on September 12, 2023

30 Best K-Pop Albums of All Time

On September 11, entertainment magazine Paste Magazine released a list of what they're calling the 30 best K-Pop albums of all time. They based their choices on a survey of 100 fans, and the list includes artists from every generation of K-Pop as well as both groups and soloists. Here are their (controversial, according to some) picks for the list, including a little bit about what makes each album so great according to them!

30. It's Hyorish by Lee Hyori

This album was released in 2008 with the title songs "U-Go-Girl" and "Hey Mr. Big". Here's part of what Paste Magazine has to say about it:

Tracks like "U-Go-Girl" and "Hey Mr. Big" are some of the most infectious and catchy K-pop songs of all time. When you listen to It's Hyorish in its entirety, you feel like you're having a dance party all around.

— Paste Magazine

29. Rainism by Rain

This album was released in 2008 with the title songs "Love Story" and "Rainism". Here's part of what Paste Magazine has to say about it:

The title track has endured as one of the best K-pop songs ever released, and cuts like "My Girl" and "You" are bonafide dance classics.

— Paste Magazine

28. I Yah! by H.O.T

This album was released in 1999 with the title song "I Yah!". Here's part of what Paste Magazine has to say about it:

The fourth album from K-pop boy band H.O.T., I Yah! has sold over a million copies in the 24 years since its release. H.O.T. are among the most important originators in the genre, and they endure as one of its best male groups ever. The title track is dedicated to the lives of 23 school-age children who passed away in the Sealand Youth Training Center fire that occurred earlier in 1999.

— Paste Magazine

27. Come Come Come Baby by Baby V.O.X

This album was released in 1999 with the title song "Come Come Come Baby". Here's part of what Paste Magazine has to say about it:

With catchy tracks and energetic performances, Come Come Come Baby solidified Baby V.O.X's place in K-pop history. The album showcases their talent and charisma, making it a must-listen for any K-pop fan.

— Paste Magazine

Source: Koreaboo