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)
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.
GO AWAY2NE1
This is a breakup song by 2NE1, YG’s original girl-crush group that, sadly, disbanded a few years ago.
2NE1 tended to have more cool, edgy tracks and was one of the female units that resonated strongly with women rather than men.
Although this is a sad song, it’s quintessentially 2NE1: packed with a cool, decisive attitude that cuts off love, the kind of cool that makes even women who watch them admire them.
Lovin’ youTVXQ (also known as Tohoshinki; literally “Rising Gods of the East”)
An early classic by TVXQ, who helped ignite the K-pop boom and led the Korean music scene alongside artists like BoA.
The song portrays lovers at the moment of parting; Jaejoong sings with deep poignancy about how once-brilliant, colorful moments recede endlessly into the distance.
In the Japanese music video, Japanese actress Reina Asami plays the tragic heroine.
Eternal LightJINSOL
JINSOL, formerly a member of APRIL and now active as a singer-songwriter—pronounced Jin-sol.
Building on the well-regarded vocal skills she showcased during her group days, she creates works that project her own emotions.
Her new song is Eternal Light, released in February 2026 as her 4th digital single, an R&B ballad that evokes the end of winter.
Centered on themes of an undying light and love, its strong, message-driven appeal comes from her direct involvement in writing and composing.
The gentle piano intertwined with her warm voice resonates with a vow to stay by your side even in the storm.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to alone late at night, recommended for those who enjoy calm ballads.
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.
Best Wishes to you(잘 있나요)더원(The One)
A supreme tearjerker by The One, an R&B singer often called the Brian McKnight of Korea, who has contributed to numerous drama OSTs.
In the MBC TV drama ‘Gu Family Book,’ this song always played during the crying scenes, delivering immense emotion to the epic historical series.
The vocals sound as if he’s singing through tears, and the heartrending lyrics are irresistible.