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/Korean tear-jerking songs: tunes that deeply resonate and move you to tears (81–90)
Elaine (일레인) – Fallen Star
The 2019 Korean drama Vagabond unravels a breathtaking national conspiracy and stars popular actor Lee Seung-gi and former miss A member Suzy.
This song used in the drama is a dreamy track where the delicate, beautiful vocals perfectly match the slow tempo.
Whether you were hooked on the show or haven’t seen it yet, don’t you find yourself drawn to this song? It’s truly wonderful!
All I do(그대만 떠올라)Roy Kim
The ballad “All I Do” by singer-songwriter Roy Kim is part of the OST for the 2019 romantic comedy drama Romance Is a Bonus Book.
It carries a mood that overlaps beautifully with the show’s romantic scenes.
The song gently conveys the feeling of constantly thinking about the one you love no matter what you’re doing throughout the day, set to a melody that slowly seeps into your heart.
Those in love will especially relate.
It’s a calm track that may bring tears to your eyes as you think of someone dear—capturing the loneliness of being apart or unable to meet.
그런 날루니 (Luny)
This is a song by the singer-songwriter Runi, who debuted in December 2017.
It’s an overall gentle, heartwarming, and cute song, with lyrics about thinking of someone you love all day long.
Have you ever loved someone so much that it brings you to tears? It’s a feeling you might even get when you meet a celebrity you adore.
I think it’s a track that stays close to that kind of pure emotion.
If you listen to it when you’re feeling unsettled, it might even move you to tears.
The title means “A Day Like That,” and it makes you feel that having a day like that can be nice, too.
MasqueradeAalia (알리아)
This song, with its expansive and resonant vocals, is featured as an insert track in the drama “Secret Boutique.” In Korea, when you go to places like public bathhouses, there are ladies who do body scrubs, and remarkably, this drama follows Jenny Jang, who used to be a body-scrub worker, as she is reborn as a behind-the-scenes power broker in politics and business, striving to climb to the top.
The song conveys the protagonist’s strong resolve and her struggle against adversity.
Smile FlowerSEVENTEEN
A signature track included on SEVENTEEN’s 3rd mini album, “Going Seventeen.” With its beautiful, fleeting melody and atmosphere, it felt like a departure from SEVENTEEN’s previous image at the time of its release—a bold new direction.
Written and composed by Woozi, the song carries a message of staying smiling even when apart.
In April 2017, the music video was released, drawing attention for portraying the group’s growth since their trainee days.
Performed on V LIVE on the 900th day after their debut, it has become a song that symbolizes the bond between SEVENTEEN and their fans.
A heartwarming ballad perfect for the spring season of meetings and farewells.
Remember meGUMMY(거미)
This is a track that won Best OST at the 2019 Melon Music Awards as part of the drama “Hotel Del Luna.” It’s sung by Gummy, who is well-known for her work on numerous drama OSTs such as “Descendants of the Sun.” The song is a classic ballad that gradually swells into grandeur, and Gummy’s expressive control of dynamics is truly overwhelming.
The sorrowful melody overlaps with the heartrending emotions of Jang Man-wol, played by IU in the drama, and it really stirs your feelings.
When the right situation matches the song, it will surely resonate with your heart even more.
K-pop and Korean tearjerker songs: tracks that deeply resonate and bring you to tears (91–100)
Dazzling LightATEEZ
A track from the male group ATEEZ, Block B’s junior group, featured on their 2019 full album TREASURE EP.FIN: All To Action.
Over a track that blends EDM and R&B, the beautiful vocals pile on the poignancy.
Leader Kim Hongjoong and rapper Song Mingi took part in writing the lyrics, which depict a self-questioning figure struggling with who they are and searching for an unseen future.
It’s an excellent song—definitely give it a listen!