[Korea] A ballad-style friendship song. A roundup of classic K-pop masterpieces
Among K-pop songs, what kind do you like?
There are tracks that captivate with intense dance and rap, as well as upbeat, catchy pop numbers—but surprisingly, many people also enjoy ballads.
In this article, we’ll focus on introducing ballad-style songs specifically from K-pop’s friendship-themed tracks.
These are all wonderful songs that gently sing about friendship and the bonds between companions, so be sure to read the lyrics while you listen.
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[Korea] Ballad-style friendship songs. A collection of K-pop masterpieces (41–50)
My Buddy (기억해)GFRIEND
From its dazzling intro, this is a refreshingly poppy track that feels quintessentially GFRIEND.
It’s a fan song filled with love for BUDDY, the collective name for GFRIEND’s fans, and at the same time a piece that paints a picture of sunlit friendship.
The warm atmosphere that GFRIEND and BUDDY create together at live shows evokes a bright, clear future, as if we’re walking hand in hand.
It’s a masterpiece that never fails to move you, bringing to mind those friends who look out for you even in tough times.
[Korea] Ballad-style friendship songs. A compilation of K-pop masterpieces (51–60)
SHE’S MY FRIENDGavy NJ
Gavy NJ is a vocal group well known for their ballads.
“SHE’S MY FRIEND” is a track from their first album, Very First, released in their debut year of 2005.
The song tenderly portrays the bittersweet feeling of seeing a friend enter a relationship and realizing you can’t meet as often as before.
Even so, it conveys a message of wishing your friend happiness and cherishing the mutual bond you share.
Accompanied by their beautiful harmonies, listeners who have had similar experiences will likely find themselves deeply moved.
My Best FriendGirls’ Generation (Shōjo Jidai)
When it comes to K-pop girl groups, many people probably think of Girls’ Generation, right? This song was released in 2010 and is included on their third mini-album, Hoot.
It’s from a time when they still had a fresh, youthful vibe, and it’s a quintessential girl friendship song.
How about singing it at karaoke with your close girlfriends?
힘 내! (Way To Go)Girls’ Generation (Shōjo Jidai)
While the lyrics passionately celebrate friendship, there are also songs with a girly vibe.
With that in mind, I’d like to introduce “힘 내! (Way To Go).” This track is by Girls’ Generation, who enjoy great popularity in Japan.
The song conveys a message to a dear friend, like saying, “Life is wonderful because you’re in it.” The melody feels poppy, so it seems perfect for moments when you want to get pumped up or as party background music.
The catchy dance moves are another highlight.
산소호흡기(Respirator)HAN, Seungmin
Let me introduce a heartwarming K-pop song that deeply resonates with the singers’ feelings.
Co-written by Stray Kids members Han and Seungmin, it was released in June 2024 as a special gift to their fans.
The song is imbued with a desire to stand by and support those facing hardships.
Carried by a gentle yet powerful melody, their emotionally rich vocals sink into your heart.
The lyric “I want to be your oxygen” leaves a strong impression.
Give it a listen when you want to feel the bond with someone important.
It’s a warm track that reminds us of the importance of friendship and supporting one another.
Glowing LightHYNN
A heartfelt friendship song from Hynn, a powerhouse Korean singer-songwriter, released in June 2024.
It conveys the strength to never lose sight of hope, even amid sorrow.
Its warm message—that any hardship can be overcome—is sure to move listeners.
Featured as an insert song in a TV drama, it became a topic of conversation and won broad support.
Even while wandering through a cold dream, this work brims with the joy of finding light.
It’s a song you’ll want to send, with gratitude, to the dear friend who walks forward by your side.
Old FriendHoney G
Honey G’s “Old Friend” was released in 2012 as a song celebrating friendship with a childhood friend.
Friends from our early years are a special kind of bond, a little different from those we meet as adults, aren’t they? Why not try singing it together with your childhood friend?