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Melon

Melon is one of South Korea's most popular music streaming services, offering the country's largest catalog of K-pop and Korean music alongside international tracks.

What it helps with

K-pop chartsReal-time Melon chart.
Korean music libraryLargest local catalogue.
Supporting artistsStreams count in charts.

About Melon

As Korea's longest-established music platform, Melon holds an especially deep catalog of K-pop, ballads, and Korean indie music, with real-time and daily charts that are closely watched across the Korean music industry.

Key Features

Deep K-Pop Catalog: Stream one of the most complete libraries of K-pop and Korean music available.
Real-Time Charts: Follow Melon's closely watched real-time and daily music charts.
Curated Playlists: Browse playlists organized by mood, genre, and current trends.
Offline Downloads: Download tracks for offline listening with a premium subscription.

How to Get Started

Download the Melon app or visit the website.
Register with a Korean phone number or email.
Search or browse for artists, albums, or playlists.
Subscribe to a premium tier for ad-free and offline listening.

Before you use it

Sign-up: Paid plans need a Kakao account and Korean identity verification.
Limits: Melon has little non-Korean content compared with Spotify.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Melon work with a foreign bank card in South Korea?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Melon available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Melon?: No, an international phone number generally works for Melon.
Do I need local ID or residency for Melon?: No, Melon doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Melon?: iOS · Android
How much does Melon cost?: Monthly subscription; no free streaming