[Exquisite Ballad Songs] K-pop that touches the soul. Korean Ballads
When you think of K-POP, many movement-starting idol songs come to mind, but in Korea, ballads are even more popular than in Japan and are loved by a wide range of generations, regardless of age or gender.
The emotionally rich singing style of Korean artists can really move you, even if you don’t understand the lyrics.
We’ll be picking out lots of wonderful ballads—not only by idols, but also by solo singers and musicians!
Be sure to find a favorite ballad that resonates with your heart.
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[Exquisite Ballad Songs] K-POP that touches the soul. Korean Ballads (71–80)
StardustYounha
Younha is a singer who is active mainly in Japan and South Korea.
“Stardust,” included on her 2021 album End Theory, is a song that sings of the miracle and gratitude of meeting someone you truly love under a star-filled night.
The soundscape carries a dreamy atmosphere that envelops this grand love story, evoking images of a beautiful night.
It’s a ballad that speaks of fateful encounters and true love with the precious people we meet over the course of our lives.
Be sure to listen for her voice, which gently embraces all kinds of emotions.
BLOSSOMENHYPEN
“BLOSSOM” is both a love song that vows eternal love and a song about the bond with ENGENE.
It’s the first ballad among their Japanese-language tracks, included on their third Japanese single, “YOU -結-.” The tempo and lyrics, which feel like a gentle push on your back, are truly moving.
The message that even the time apart can deepen precious feelings, as well as the phrases expressing “ties and fate” that connect with the group’s name, are especially touching.
Along with the future they will continue to walk together, ENHYPEN’s beautiful vocals will resonate deeply in your heart.
Don’t Go Don’t GoBrown Eyes
This is a signature song by Brown Eyes, hugely popular in South Korea—a ballad about a heartbreaking breakup.
The lyrics portray a man’s aching feelings as he longs for the woman who has left and wishes she were by his side.
It’s a heart-wrenching, tear-jerking ballad that tightens your chest.
[Exquisite Ballad Songs] K-pop that resonates with the soul. Korean Ballads (81–90)
FOCUS ON MEJus2
Jus2 is a unit formed by GOT7’s JB and Yugyeom.
It’s a pairing of the leader and the youngest member (maknae), with Yugyeom being the maknae.
This is the lead track from their 2019 mini album FOCUS.
True to its title, FOCUS ON ME, it’s a ballad that delivers a cool, masculine vibe of “right now, it’s all about me,” while still sounding smooth and emotive.
Their mesmerizing duo choreography is also a must-see.
Every moment of youSung Si-kyung
From the OST of the Korean drama “My Love from the Star,” this is a signature song by Sung Si-kyung, known as the King of Ballads.
It’s a ballad overflowing with love and happiness for someone special, expressing how just thinking about the one you love can make you happy.
Maybe IfBiBi
“Maybe If,” the buzzworthy Part 2 OST from the drama Our Beloved Summer.
Sung by BIBI, who debuted in 2019 and has drawn attention for collaborations with major artists and for writing lyrics for TWICE’s ‘MORE & MORE.’ Everyone has probably wondered at least once what would have happened if they’d chosen a different path.
This love ballad paints that very “what if.” Even though you made that decision at the time, you couldn’t get them out of your head after the breakup, and you have regrets… It gently stays by your side through those hazy, conflicted feelings.
Just FriendsMeloMance
It sings about the aching inner feelings of a man who has a one-sided love for a female friend.
The man in the song comes across as very cautious and sensitive.
He’s afraid that the moment he reveals his feelings, their relationship as best friends will be lost.
Even when he tries to confess, he hesitates out of consideration for how she might feel.
You can clearly sense his conflict between wanting to support her as a friend and wanting to become someone special to her.
