15 Unforgettable K-Pop songs that were actually for commercials

1. EXO - 'Volcano'

Rather short and simply dramatic, this Chicken CF will have your appetite rising higher than these CGI flames! Who doesn't love EXO and chicken though?

2. Girl's Day - 'Hello Bubble'

If you're looking for a new reason to dye your hair or simply wanted to try a new hair dye, let Girl's Day be your solution as they cutely show off their new hairdos in "Hello Bubble." The funny thing about this song is that it is a lot more straightforward about the advertisement than most.

3. BESTie - 'Together We Can' (I Need You)

BESTie had become ambassadors of the Seoul Metropolitan Police and promoted safety and security practice to the community. They revamped one of their hit songs and got the police force to join in on the sassy but fun dance routine as well!

4. f(x) - 'Chocolate Love'

Everyone remembers when SM Entertainment had f(x) and Girls' Generation battled it out to see who had the best MV version of "Chocolate Love." No cellphone saw greater attention in Korea during 2010 than this one.

5. HyunA - 'My Color'

Toyota knew they needed someone sexy and fierce to promote their dazzling car - and who else fits the bill other than HyunA? Her MV is full of class and flair and she rocks her song with her alluring style and attitude. I wonder how she would promote Toyota this time around?

6. Girls' Generation - 'Visual Dreams'

Girls' Generation got in touch with their futuristic, cyborg selves as they did the 'robot dance' all the way to the bank. Probably one of their most catchier ad tunes, in my opinion.

7. 2PM - 'Tik Tok'

While the advertisement for 'Cass Beer' couldn't be any more obvious, at least the MV had a compelling storyline.

8. Big Bang & 2NE1 - 'Lollipop'

Words can not describe the most epic collaboration known to man and CF history. Big Bang and 2NE1 can just utter the name of a product and -boom- instant success.

9. 2PM & Girls' Generation - 'Cabi'

One of K-Pop's most thorough and thought out CFs is definitely "Cabi." The intense storyline, the sexy hot bods, the amazing water park - what is not to love? The advertising agency went all out and made a 5-star story/MV with this song.

10. BTS & G-Friend - 'Wednesday'

Absolutely cringe worthy but a cute method of selling school uniforms and promoting family values. B1A4 also participated in these horrid advertisements.

11. NCT 127 - 'Taste The Feeling'

Coca-Cola knew NCT 127 were new to the game but the right choice to market their product. They don't even need an MV, just seeing the members drinking soda is enough to make me have what they are having!

12. AKMU

AKMU made our world even sweeter with their bingsu CF! The hilariously quirky MV will send your taste buds on a journey and craving bingsu for days.

13. Orange Caramel

AKMU aren't the only ice-cream sellers around here. Orange Caramel and Baskin Robbin's know how to cool down your hot Summer - and that is with one of Korea's most famous frozen treats! Bingsu! Not only are the girls super adorable (as usual) but they make bingsu even more appetizing and addictive.

14. Taeyeon & Kyuhyun - 'The Blue Night of Jeju Island'

While the MV highlighted the absolute beauty of Jeju Island and Taeyeon and Kyuhyun's (Taehyun, whoo!) vocals, it all boiled down to the rich, clean taste of Samdasoo water. However, we all know we are simply captivated by this amazing pair's chemistry.

15. KARA - 'Same Heart'

KARA took on the cutesy, rock and roll band concept with 'A Musician.' While the MV was a bit low budget, the song itself is charming and easy to sing along to, making "Same Heart" a fun and lively CF track.

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