Gen Z guide to ultimate after-work playlist
Korea is notorious for its long and grueling work hours, the pressures of "hoesik" — a workplace dinner gathering that usually involves alcohol consumption — and the omnipresent crowds of uncaring people that always seem to go slightly too slow on the way to the subway escalators. While many of these aspects have improved over the years, the way home from work still remains an exhausting…
Korea is well-known for its lengthy and demanding work schedules, the pressures of hoesik — a workplace dinner gathering often involving alcohol — and the constant presence of people who seem to move too slowly on subway escalators. Although these issues have somewhat improved over time, commuting home from work remains a tiresome experience for many.
To maintain energy and a positive mindset during the commute, which often extends into the evening, listening to the right kind of music is crucial. Here are seven song recommendations tailored to various after-work moods. If you are preparing for a date, we suggest the following:
Friday by IU (featuring Jang Yi-jeong)
This song is ideal when you have an upcoming date for the weekend and are eagerly anticipating the encounter. It is particularly suitable if the relationship is still in the initial, uncertain phase of prolonged glances and fluttering hearts, symbolizing the initial stages of forming a connection. IU and Jang Yi-jeong, now recognized as EL CAPITXN, portray these emotions beautifully in their rendition.
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