[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.
- K-pop that touches the heart: masterful ballads by Korean male artists
- K-pop that touches the heart: iconic ballads by Korean female artists
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- Stylish K-pop and Korean songs. Songs with a nice vibe.
- An emotional Korean song. A gently moving, sensitive masterpiece.
- A poignant, heart-touching K-pop song. A bittersweet track that resonates with many different emotions.
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- [Korean popular music] Popular trot songs. Masterpieces by trot singers.
- Cute K-pop and Korean songs: heartwarming, energizing, and heart-throbbing tunes
- [Solo Singer Special] K-POP & Korean Male Solo Artists
- [For when you want to cry] A ballad love song. A heartbreaking love song.
Exquisite Ballad Songs: K-pop That Touches the Heart. Korean Ballads (211–220)
Lucky Charm2PM NICHKHUN (닉쿤)
This is an ultra-sweet ballad where 2PM’s Nichkhun, who looks like a real-life prince, truly appears like one! It’s the lead track from his 2018 solo album “ME.” It’s a song where a man, utterly smitten with his girlfriend, whispers his happiness.
Calling his beloved a unicorn—how romantic is that? It’s a song that perfectly fulfills the dreams of girls who long to be told and thought of in such a way.
In conclusion
Listening to a variety of iconic Korean ballads, you can’t help but feel your eyes well up. The wistful melodies and rich, dynamic vocals—being able to appreciate these qualities so simply is one of the true pleasures of Korean music, isn’t it? The melodies brim with pathos, often with a strong “crying” element. The atmosphere and worldview can change completely depending on whether the singer is male or female, so be sure to pay attention to that as well.