Tickling your tear ducts! A collection of emotional and heartwarming K-pop tearjerker songs
What kind of songs move you?
Songs about bonds with cherished friends and family, love songs that promise forever, or heartbreakingly emotional ballads.
Warm, comforting tracks or grand, overwhelming ballads can really hit you in the feels, too.
Everyone is moved by different things, but we’ve carefully selected K-pop songs that are especially likely to stir your heart!
From relatively new releases to timeless classics passed down through the years, we’ll be featuring a wide range of tracks.
We hope you find a song that suits your taste!
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Our StorySUPER JUNIOR-D&E
A J-pop ballad delivered by a sub-unit of SUPER JUNIOR, the popular boy group from South Korea.
Sung in Japanese, this track was released as a digital single in September 2024.
The members themselves handled the songwriting and composition, pouring their gratitude to fans into the piece.
Carried by a heartrending melody, the lyrics reflect on their journey so far and their hopes for the future, leaving a lasting impression.
It’s a work that commemorates a new step for the group as they approach about 20 years since their debut.
A performance at a fan meeting is also planned, and it looks like it will become a special song that fans can sing together.
To be continuedTrax
A song released in July 2024 by TRAX, who reunited to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary.
Set to a pop-rock melody, it sings of fresh starts and hope for the future.
Although the Korean group was once produced by YOSHIKI of X JAPAN, this release is an ambitious work that signals a new musical direction.
Gratitude toward fans and cherished memories gently seep through.
It’s recommended not only for longtime listeners but also for newcomers—a perfect track for anyone who wants to keep looking forward and moving ahead.
괜찮아 (It’s okay)Jejun (KIM JAE JOONG)
A song that blends poignancy and warmth, sinking deep into the heart.
Woven with Jaejoong’s kaleidoscopic voice, this ballad was released in September 2024 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “The Bad Memory Eraser.” The delicate arrangement of piano and guitar beautifully highlights Jaejoong’s soaring vocals.
The repeated lyric “It’s okay” offers comfort and encouragement to listeners.
Tied closely to the protagonist’s emotions, this track is perfect for those feeling worn out by daily life or when you want to lift someone’s spirits.
Be sure to give it a listen when you’re struggling or feeling down.
Can you hear me?Teyon
This song is part of the OST for the MBC drama “Beethoven Virus.” Taeyeon, the main vocalist of Girls’ Generation, combines both power and a gentle, mellow tone, and I think this track is one that truly lets you feel that charm of hers.
I’m AfraidLily M
This song is part of the OST for the KBS2 drama “Orange Marmalade.” Despite being born in 2002, Lily M showcases a mature charm with her husky voice.
It’s her first time participating in an OST, but her vocals are on par with other singers.
Grateful to TearsEPEX
A grand, emotionally stirring soft rock track.
It’s a song by EPEX, a boy group that has won numerous rookie awards since their 2021 debut.
This work is the title track of their 3rd full-length album, “Youth Chapter 3: ROMANTIC YOUTH,” released in July 2025.
As the conclusion to the “Youth” series that has continued since 2024, it’s a very special song.
The title, which speaks of being grateful to the point of tears, conveys an overflowing sentiment toward the people who have supported their journey thus far.
Its expansive soundscape makes that earnest message all the more moving.
The emotional vocals of each member sink deeply into the heart.
After You’ve GoneM.C The Max
M.C the MAX is the group featuring ISU, whose exceptional vocal ability has earned him the title of one of “Korea’s four great vocalists.” If you’re looking for a moving song, “After You’ve Gone” is especially recommended among their tracks.
It’s a love ballad that conveys a sense of grand, expansive love.
The beauty of music is that it can move you even if you don’t understand the language, isn’t it?
