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: tracks that deeply resonate and move you to tears (51–60)
LONELY씨스타(SISTAR)
SISTAR’s final single, which gained popularity for its healthy sexiness.
It’s a song about heartbreak, but there’s no male lead; instead, the members are shown throughout, lingering over the farewell.
Seeing the group—known for many summer tracks—take a commemorative photo on the beach at the end is truly moving.
Toy (Japanese ver)Block B
This is the 5th Japanese single by the seven-member male idol group Block B.
In the chorus, five members stand perfectly still in a neat line, evoking the image of displayed “toys.” Meanwhile, in the background as Zico—who has been chosen—gets dragged off by a girl who’s told to “use” him, there’s a sign that reads “trash only no recycling.” The story ends back at a garbage dump similar to the opening scene.
It’s the kind of irony that’s so characteristic of Block B, but when you think about the emotions behind it, it’s enough to make you cry.
Feel SpecialTwice
A TWICE track released in 2019.
At first glance, it might not seem like a tearjerker, but the lyrics are what you should pay attention to.
They convey the members’ thoughts and feelings, singing that even when they’re hurt and on the verge of breaking under all the criticism, they can keep going because their fans are there—“your presence gives us strength.” It really tugs at the heartstrings.
The scene where Mina and Chaeyoung gaze at each other also nudges the tear ducts.
It’s a song overflowing with the charm of TWICE, who have become stronger and more beautiful, powered by the unwavering support of their fans.
Moon and SunriseBoA
A single in which BoA’s lyrics, crafted to tug at the heartstrings, fit perfectly with a melody line that strikes a chord.
Perhaps because she had only recently come to Japan from Korea, the lyrics were written entirely in hiragana, but the fact that only the word “涙” (tears) was written in kanji hints at BoA’s talent as a lyricist.
It later drew attention again when Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany covered it in Korean.
Rains in HeavenNCT DREAM
A heartfelt song by the talented young group NCT DREAM.
Released in August 2024, this track is a healing song rooted in 80s pop.
The members’ sweet and gentle vocals envelop the listener.
The lyrics carry deep compassion and hope for a loved one, offering comfort to those going through difficult times.
It was first performed on their world tour titled “THE DREAM SHOW 3,” moving fans with its debut.
A warm, reassuring piece that stays close to the hardships and sorrows everyone encounters in life.