[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)
Love like crazyMIGYO
Migyo has a career of having been active in several groups, including being part of a sister girl group to Crayon Pop.
None of them worked out, but she never gave up as a solo artist—performing in Hongdae and uploading her tracks—ultimately achieving success through hard work.
Translating to “A Love That Drives Me Crazy,” this passionate song, as its title suggests, is filled with feelings for someone deeply loved.
And, poignantly, precisely because she truly loved, she tries to accept the painful parting and the act of forgetting.
It is a deep and sorrowful love ballad.
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.
Longing For The One I LostHYNN
A heart-stirring love ballad that weaves together melancholy and hope.
It’s a definitive track released in December 2024 by the highly skilled singer-songwriter Hynn (Park Hye-won).
The song gives voice to lingering feelings and regrets for a lost lover, along with a poignant wish to meet again.
Hynn’s powerful yet delicate vocals beautifully capture the pain and nostalgia of heartbreak.
Another highlight is that Young K of the popular band DAY6 penned the lyrics.
With emotionally rich vocals and relatable lyrics, this song is sure to leave a deep impression on listeners.
It’s perfect for moments when you want to reflect on a past relationship or renew your feelings for someone special.
Why not let yourself be carried away by Hynn’s soulful voice?
If I Love AgainHan Dong Geun
Singer Han Dong Geun, who rose to prominence after appearing on a Korean audition program, specializes in pop ballads and has captured the hearts not only of young women but also of many Korean madams.
His new song is “If I Love Again.” Since Korean pop ballads share many similarities with Japanese ballads, this is recommended even for those who aren’t fond of the bright, upbeat tracks often heard in K-pop.