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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Tickling the tear ducts! A collection of emotional and warming K-pop tearjerker songs (91–100)
I will come to youJIN
A heartfelt ballad carried by a delicate, piano-spun melody.
Jin’s warm vocals convey the emotions he held during his military service with poignant clarity.
Featured on his first solo album, “Happy,” released in November 2024, the song portrays a farewell to a loved one and a promise to reunite.
A parting on a day of falling white snow, and a pledge to meet again in the season of the gentle spring breeze—it overflows with the tenderness of a letter to his fans.
You can feel the passion of Jin, a member of the popular Korean group BTS, who reportedly began writing it the day after his discharge.
It’s a recommended “ballad for the heart,” one that stays by your side when you’re feeling down or thinking of someone dear.
My Everythingshōjo jidai
A ballad that expresses a vow of love, passionately sung by Girls’ Generation.
This piece is a remake of a song by The Grace (Cheon Sang Ji Hee), and its delicate blend of piano and strings resonates deeply.
The lyrics carry the message “You are my everything,” pledging eternal love and gratitude to a cherished person, while the members’ mature, beautiful harmonies are truly moving.
Released in February 2025 as part of an album commemorating the 30th anniversary of SM Entertainment’s founding, the song has received high praise from many fans.
It’s perfect as wedding background music, and it’s also a wonderful choice when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or add color to a meaningful moment.
Tickling the tear ducts! A collection of emotional and warming K-pop tear-jerker songs (101–110)
StayOnlyOneOf
An alternative rock number by OnlyOneOf, known for their distinctive musical style and bold concepts.
This ambitious work features lyrics penned by all the members.
Delivered as their fifth digital single in February 2025, it strikes a chord with its heartfelt message to someone they’re parting from.
The delicate expressions of a wish to remain forever in the other’s heart and a resolve to cherish memories of the past blend with the lyrical melody to leave a deep impression.
It’s a warm, empathetic track that gently embraces anyone who holds someone dear.
Thank YouSM TOWN
A moving collaboration celebrating a milestone 30th anniversary.
Fourteen of Korea’s leading artists come together for a modern pop song filled with gratitude.
As the title track of the album “2025 SMTOWN: THE CULTURE, THE FUTURE,” released on February 14, 2025, it traces the history of SM Entertainment.
Featuring a star-studded, cross-generational lineup including TVXQ!, SUPER JUNIOR, Girls’ Generation, and SHINee, the artists deliver warm vocals that express appreciation for those who have supported them, conveying the importance of universal bonds.
It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to say thank you or listen together with someone special.
Wish You LuckBoramiyu
A gentle, soft-toned ballad from Korean singer-songwriter BOL4 (Boramiyu).
Marked by delicate vocals and a lyrical melody, this piece carries a strong message that invites self-reflection and hope for the future.
Included on the EP “clover #2,” it was released in January 2025.
Its lyrics, exploring life’s journey, introspection, and hope ahead, are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.
Packed with Boramiyu’s musical charm, it’s a song best enjoyed on a quiet night—one that may inspire you to look inward while being wrapped in her warm, comforting voice.
Star 1117ATEEZ
The love-filled ballad “Star 1117” was released by the boy group ATEEZ in 2020 and included on the album “TREASURE EPILOGUE: Action To Answer,” the conclusion of the series.
The title 1117 refers to the day the fandom name ATINY was decided, carrying heartfelt sentiments directed toward their fans.
When you listen to this song, vivid memories are sure to come flooding back.
The lyrics, which liken a beloved person to a star, overlap with an unbreakable bond and make your heart swell.
Above all, the group’s beautiful vocals—especially the soaring emotion in the latter half—are moving to the point of tears.
DREAMBABYMONSTER
BABYMONSTER is a girl group born from the documentary program “Last Evaluation.” Their pre-debut song is “DREAM.” It portrays sleepless nights filled with worries and a strong determination to face hardships.
Though it starts as a gentle ballad, it gradually builds in power, and in the latter half there’s even a call-and-response section.
It’s a song that can gently lift your spirits when you’re feeling down.
