[Exquisite Ballad Songs] K-pop that touches the soul. Korean Ballads

Dropping the tearsK.will

[MV] K.Will – Dropping the tears (Director’s Cut)

This is one of the signature songs by the accomplished singer K.Will.

Sung from the perspective of a man in a couple about to part ways, it’s a ballad whose poignant lyrics—overflowing with his lingering feelings as he wishes his girlfriend, who is setting off on a new path, would look back—and K.Will’s clear, pure vocals blend together to stir a deep sense of heartache in listeners.

Be My SideSG WANNABE

[MV] SG WANNABE(SG워너비) – By My Side(사랑하자) l Descendants of the Sun 태양의 후예 OST

From the Korean drama ‘Descendants of the Sun’ OST, this is one of SG WANNABE’s most popular ballads.

The song portrays a man’s feelings as he wishes for his loved one to stay by his side no matter how painful things get, because he loves her.

It’s a heart-wrenching ballad that conveys a deep sense of sorrow.

Love You StillKimu Jefan

190526 팬미팅 | 그렇게 널(Love You Still)- 김재환(Kim Jae Hwan)

Kim Jaehwan, who was active as a member of Wanna One after the audition program Produce 101 and debuted as a solo artist once the limited-time group activities ended, released this track as the opener on his 2019 debut album Another.

It’s a love song that conveys a boyish, innocent crush—cherishing every side of the person you love, hating the moments when you have to say goodbye.

It’s a lovely song full of purity.

Perhaps because of Kim Jaehwan’s vocals, it also sounds a bit heartrending; if so, it might be the feeling of “loving someone so much it hurts.”

HelloHuh Gak

[MV] HuhGak(허각) _ Hello

One of powerhouse singer Huh Gak’s signature songs, this is a heartrending breakup ballad about longing for an ex-girlfriend.

Filled with the sorrow of losing someone precious and the aching feeling that no one but her will do, it’s a tear-jerking ballad that moved many listeners to tears.

Destiny (2025)Monday Kiz, Lee Yi Kyung

[Official] 먼데이 키즈, 이이경 – ‘운명 (2025)’ MV

An emotional duet ballad by Monday Kiz, the Korean vocal group renowned for their overwhelming vocal prowess, and actor Lee Yi Kyung.

The track is the title song of the single “Monday Kiz’s Footprints Vol.1 (with Lee Yi Kyung),” released in July 2025, and is a remake of a beloved classic originally featured on the OST of the 2006 drama “Wolf (늑대).” It seems to portray the aching hearts of two people irresistibly drawn together by inescapable fate.

The contrast between Monday Kiz’s soul-stirring vocals and Lee Yi Kyung’s emotionally rich singing is deeply moving.

The grand harmonies immediately draw listeners into the world of the story.

It’s perfect for a night when you want to immerse yourself in a dramatic ballad—give it a listen.

Time and Fallen LeavesAKMU (Akdong Musician)

Akdong Musician (악동뮤지션) Time and Fallen Leaves [시간과 낙엽] Color Coded Lyrics HAN/ENG/ROM 가사

It’s a single released in October 2014.

Known in Japan as Akdong Musician, they are a sibling pop duo.

As the title suggests, it evokes images of a carpet of fallen leaves and the refreshing autumn sky.

The sister’s breezy vocals and the brother’s calm tenor create a wonderful harmony.

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Farewell Once AgainLEE CHANGSUB

Farewell Once Again (한번 더 이별)

An emotional ballad that evokes memories of a bittersweet parting.

The singer is Changsub, who shines as the lead vocalist of the boy group BTOB.

This work is a cover of the classic released by Sung Si-kyung in October 2007, depicting the heartache of facing a love that was supposed to have ended.

From the quiet piano melody to the grand expansion with strings, the sound intertwines with Changsub’s breath-catching vocals, stirring up a poignant feeling as you listen.

It was released in August 2025 as a collaborative track for “Just For Meeting You.” Highly recommended not only for fans of Lee Changsub but also for anyone who loves moving ballads.

It will gently keep you company on a sentimental night.