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 tear-jerking songs: tracks that deeply move the heart and bring tears (71–80)
그때 헤어지면 돼 (Only then)Roy Kim
It’s a warm ballad written and composed by Roy Kim himself, wrapped in his calm, soothing voice.
He sings about wanting to be loved, yet even as he voices those feelings, he says, “Let’s both live freely.” If we grow apart or our hearts drift away, “then we can just part ways when that time comes”—it’s an almost too-free song.
It feels boundless, doesn’t it? Perhaps it reflects Roy Kim’s personality.
When you listen to it while in a long-distance relationship, it matches your feelings so well it can bring you to tears.
On A Rainy Day(비가 내리는 날에는)YOUNHA(윤하)
A ballad by Younha, who has also released music in Japan.
It compares post-breakup tears to rain, and her voice—both powerful and delicate—gently soaks in like a drizzle.
The soaring high notes in the latter half are a must-hear! It’s included on the album “STABLE MINDSET.”
Us, AgainSEVENTEEN
A song filled with deep feelings for fans was released in June 2020.
Layered over gentle piano and acoustic guitar, SEVENTEEN’s delicate vocals create a calm and sentimental ballad.
Woozi participated in the production, and the track carries a strong message about walking forward together even in difficult times.
Although it is an unofficial song produced as part of the documentary series “SEVENTEEN: Hit The Road,” the music video features handwritten lyrics by the members, conveying their sincere feelings toward fans.
It’s a song to listen to in moments when you want to feel that your hearts are connected, even when you’re apart from someone important.
You, Clouds, RainHeize Feat. Shin Yong Jae
Do you have someone you can’t forget? Heize’s “You, Clouds, Rain,” a song about lingering feelings that remain even after a breakup, is a perfect, bittersweet track for rainy days.
As you recall the days you cherished with that special someone tucked away in a corner of your heart, be sure to give it a listen.
Good GoodbyeHwasa
A digital single released by Hwasa, known as a member of MAMAMOO, from P NATION in October 2025.
It contemplates whether a parting moment can be called a “good goodbye,” portraying the struggle of suppressing one’s own feelings while wishing the other person happiness, set to a mid-tempo, ballad-like arrangement.
Hwasa was deeply involved in writing and composing, and the minimalist production highlights the nuances in her voice.
The emotional boiling point arrives as the melody soars in the chorus.
The music video features actor Park Jung-min, carefully depicting the quiet acceptance of separation between lovers.
An alternate version by the string quartet Duomo was released simultaneously, expanding the afterglow through orchestration.
It’s a song that quietly stays by your side when you want to empathize with pain that doesn’t need to scream.
I miss youGirl’s Day
A heartbreaking tearjerker by a four-member girl group who are also active in dramas and films.
Many of the members have been selected among the 100 Most Beautiful Faces in the World, and they are well-regarded for their vocal abilities, combining beauty with talent.
The chorus, which repeats ‘I want to see you,’ is filled with urgency and grips the viewer’s heart.
ButterflyBEAST
As their name BEAST suggests, they have a strong wild and powerful image, but a tender ballad like this suits them perfectly as well.
The sight of them sending someone off from within the blue flowers while saying “My Butterfly” feels as if they’re turning truly sorrowful feelings into a farewell blessing, and it brings tears to my eyes.
산소호흡기(Respirator)HAN, Seungmin
A warm, empathetic piece has arrived.
It’s a co-composed song by Han and Seungmin, members of the Korea-born group Stray Kids.
Released in June 2024 as a gift to fans, it’s included in the unofficial discography series SKZ-RECORD.
The song is imbued with the desire to stand by those facing difficulties and to kindle hope.
You can feel a strong wish to become someone’s support—almost like a respirator sustaining their breath.
The gentle yet powerful melody intertwines with the two’s expressive vocals, reminding us of the importance of deep bonds and trust.
It’s a tender track that can become a source of comfort for anyone living through uncertain days.
YOU KNOW ME BETTERkei
Lovelyz, the idol group that went on hiatus in 2021.
They were active in the 2010s, and each member is now thriving in her own field.
Among them, Kei is gaining popularity as a musical actress and singer.
Her new song is “YOU KNOW ME BETTER.” True to her musical-theater background, her emotionally rich vocals are moving.
If you’re looking for a song that will make you cry, be sure to check it out.
auditory hallucination,Jang Jae-in(feat. NaShow)
An insert song from the Korean drama “Kill Me, Heal Me,” which aired on MBC in Korea and achieved high ratings.
Used effectively throughout the dramatic tale of love and hate, it’s a memorable track highlighted by female singer-songwriter Jang Jae-in’s heartrending, wistful vocals.
It also drew attention when SEVENTEEN’s member Jeon Wonwoo performed the rap part at the 2016 Seoul Music Awards, the year SEVENTEEN won the Rookie of the Year award.