[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 (161–170)
I will come to youJIN
A heartfelt ballad carried by a delicate, piano-spun melody.
Jin’s warm vocals convey the emotions he held during his military service with poignant clarity.
Featured on his first solo album, “Happy,” released in November 2024, the song portrays a farewell to a loved one and a promise to reunite.
A parting on a day of falling white snow, and a pledge to meet again in the season of the gentle spring breeze—it overflows with the tenderness of a letter to his fans.
You can feel the passion of Jin, a member of the popular Korean group BTS, who reportedly began writing it the day after his discharge.
It’s a recommended “ballad for the heart,” one that stays by your side when you’re feeling down or thinking of someone dear.
Like A DreamMINNIE
A sentimental ballad that poignantly and beautifully captures dreamlike moments.
Minnie, the main vocalist of the girl group (G)I-DLE, weaves delicate vocals that vividly convey both the ache of lost love and the hope of reunion.
With the gentle yet powerful expressiveness unique to the Thai-born singer, she delivers emotion that resonates even if you don’t understand the words.
Released in May 2024 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “Lovely Runner,” this piece evokes the lingering memory of a former love with a dreamlike sensibility, stirring viewers’ emotions.
Wrapped in a calm melody and translucent vocals, it’s the perfect song for when you want to immerse yourself in memories of someone dear.
[Exquisite Ballad Songs] K-pop that touches the soul. Korean Ballads (171–180)
Over U, GoodbyeSeeun x J (STAYC)
Si-eun and J from STAYC, performing as a unit, present a heartrending folk ballad that begins with a delicate guitar melody.
Depicting the pain of parting and the journey of growth, the song resonates with a determination to move forward—“I won’t cry anymore”—even as it nostalgically looks back on beautiful memories of the past.
It was released as a surprise on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
Saeun’s dreamy vocals and J’s husky voice blend beautifully, creating a track that gently comforts anyone nursing a broken heart.
A gift following the success of their first world tour, TEENFRESH, it’s a ballad perfect for listening alone on a quiet winter night.
세 번의 날갯짓을 약속해Whee In
A ballad that resonates with a message of love from Wheein, also known as a member of MAMAMOO.
The title translates to “The Third Promise of the Butterfly,” and it was released in February 2025.
It was created together with Park Woo-sang, who has also worked on MAMAMOO’s songs, among others.
The lyrics evoke a deep sense of embrace for a loved one, and Wheein’s delicate vocals strike a chord.
Recommended for moments when you’re thinking of someone special or want to calm your heart.
It wraps you in a comforting sense of ease.
My Everythingshōjo jidai
A ballad that expresses a vow of love, passionately sung by Girls’ Generation.
This piece is a remake of a song by The Grace (Cheon Sang Ji Hee), and its delicate blend of piano and strings resonates deeply.
The lyrics carry the message “You are my everything,” pledging eternal love and gratitude to a cherished person, while the members’ mature, beautiful harmonies are truly moving.
Released in February 2025 as part of an album commemorating the 30th anniversary of SM Entertainment’s founding, the song has received high praise from many fans.
It’s perfect as wedding background music, and it’s also a wonderful choice when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or add color to a meaningful moment.
Your eyes tellBTS
A Japanese original ballad by BTS where emotions overflow through their sublime high-tone vocals.
It was selected as the theme song for the film “Your Eyes Tell,” starring Yuriko Yoshitaka and Ryusei Yokohama, a remake of the Korean drama “Always.” The Japanese lyrics are incredibly beautiful.
The sound, featuring Jung Kook, gives a sense of dawn-like light and conveys a powerful resolve to “move forward no matter what the past holds.” A track brimming with Jung Kook’s talent! The song’s atmosphere feels like offering up a wish, and when you listen to it in difficult times, it stays close to you and brings you to tears.
BLUEDreamNote
DreamNote is a South Korean girl group formed in 2018.
Known for their solid dance-pop style as a classic idol group, they’ve recently been releasing tracks that incorporate hip-hop, continuing to evolve as idols.
Their new song, BLUE, is a dance-pop-based ballad that also features a rap section in the middle.
It’s often tricky to make rap blend well with this kind of sound—rap parts can easily feel out of place—but in this track, the mix is executed beautifully.
