K-POP and Korean tear-jerker songs: tracks that deeply resonate and bring you to tears
When it comes to Korean songs and K-pop, there are so many deeply moving, tear-jerking tracks.
Ballads are especially popular among Koreans.
Here, we’ve carefully selected Korean songs that are so touching they might bring you to tears.
From heartbreak anthems to encouraging tunes and songs about bonds, there are many different kinds of tearful tracks.
The moments that tug at your heartstrings differ from person to person, but we’ve focused on the “tearjerker” points—so be sure to soak them in while reading the bilingual lyrics.
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K-pop and Korean tearjerker songs: moving, heart-touching tracks that bring you to tears (41–50)
Song request(신청곡) (Feat. SUGA of BTS)LeeSoRa(이소라)
This is a love ballad by South Korean veteran singer Lee Sora, known for her signature very short, closely cropped hairstyle.
It’s a sad love song about turning on the radio on a sleepless, solitary night and requesting a song.
A poignant line stands out: “Hey DJ, play me a fun song that will make me smile.” The track also features SUGA from BTS, who is active as a music producer.
신촌에 왔어Gavy NJ
It’s a ballad by the female vocal group Gavy NJ, who debuted in 2005, released in January 2020.
After returning to Sinchon for the first time in seven years, it overflows with the aching feelings of remembering a former lover against a changed landscape.
The lyrics and composition are by Min Myung-gi, who worked on many of Gavy NJ’s hits such as “Happiness.” Sinchon is a student district with many well-known universities, and you often hear street performances there.
Don’t we all sometimes find ourselves longing for those student days we can’t go back to? I think this song will make you want to visit Sinchon or a town full of memories, and gently move you to a bittersweet, sentimental mood that brings tears as you recall those nostalgic, happy times.
피어나 (Between you, me and the lamppost)LE SSERAFIM
A song characterized by a melody that feels close to the heart and lyrics with deep meaning.
It’s included on the album “Unforgiven,” released in May 2023.
It drew attention as a fan song for which all LE SSERAFIM members took part in writing and composing.
It beautifully expresses a universal theme: the presence of a loved one becomes emotional support and gives the courage to move forward.
Through striking motifs— a quiet night, a single ray of light, and a secret shared by just two— it sings of the importance of bonds.
Not only does it symbolize the special relationship with fans, but its gentle message also resonates and brings tears to your eyes.
지독하게 (Severely)FTISLAND
FTISLAND, led by Lee Hong-gi.
He’s also known for playing Jeremy in the drama “You’re Beautiful,” which starred Jang Keun-suk and became a huge hit in Japan.
In Korea, Hong-gi has been active since childhood and is highly regarded for his acting, enjoying great popularity as a Hallyu star.
This song depicts a tragic love story about losing a lover in an accident, and its music video—like watching a drama—will bring you to tears.
AOA’s Seolhyun gives a strong performance as the heroine.
BeautifulCrush
Crush’s hit song that became part of the soundtrack for the drama Goblin.
Its beautiful melody and Crush’s smooth, gentle vocals truly resonate.
Of course it brings back scenes from the drama, but the lyrics are so wonderful that you can’t stop the tears.
The message, “I’ll stay by your side,” conveys so powerfully the feeling of cherishing someone dear.
It makes you want to live a life where you can feel that way.
No matter how many times you listen, the tears won’t stop—this might just be the number one tearjerker in all of K-pop.