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! An emotional and heartwarming collection of K-pop tearjerker songs (61–70)
Umbrella (Japanese ver.)D-LITE
A Japanese track by Daesung, the main vocalist of BIGBANG.
He’s also popular in Japan as a solo artist, boasting impressive achievements such as topping the Oricon Weekly Chart in 2017 with his EP “D-Day.” Released in August 2025, this song pairs a powerful rock sound with a straightforward desire to protect someone dear.
It conveys warmth and resolve, like an umbrella that shields you from any rain of sorrow.
Reportedly, Daesung was involved in the production himself, and his soulful, enveloping vocals resonate deeply.
It’s a work that gently stays by your side and encourages you when your heart is tired, making it a great recommendation for anyone seeking a heartwarming anthem of support.
Sky WalkingMIYEON
This is a solo number for which Miyeon, the main vocalist of (G)I-DLE, took on songwriting and composition for the first time.
It’s an alternative pop track woven with ’80s-style guitars and synths, combining a dreamy comfort with a bright, uplifting thrill.
Its message—full of liberation, like setting down the burdens of the heart and stepping toward the sky—harmonizes beautifully with Miyeon’s clear, translucent vocals.
The song was released in August 2025, having been premiered during the world tour in August 2024.
The story that it was made as a gift of gratitude to fans is lovely as well.
When you want to break free from everyday worries or need the courage to take a new step, this song might gently give you a push.
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?
All Of A Suddenkurisutaru
Krystal is the vocalist of f(x), and she’s known for her clear, crystalline voice.
On top of that, she has strong vocal skills, making her a pleasure to listen to.
This song is part of the OST for the SBS drama “My Lovely Girl,” and it was presented as an original song composed by Krystal, who played a trainee in the show.
SING ALONG!D.O
With a rich, soulful voice that warmly embraces every listener, here’s a song by Do Kyung-soo—member of the popular group EXO and a talented actor.
Set to an acoustic sound, this track gently invites you to “sing along,” as if kindling a soft light in your heart.
Its everyday-life messages will give you energy for tomorrow.
The song will be included on his first full-length album, Bliss, slated for release in 2025.
His solo credentials are rock-solid, too—he topped the Gaon chart in July 2021 with the EP Empathy.
Try humming along on a morning when you need a lift, or at the end of a day well spent.
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.
REPLYYUJU
Singer Yuju, formerly of the girl group GFRIEND, released her mini-album “In Bloom” in August 2025 after changing agencies, themed around her own “blossoming.” This song was unveiled as the title track.
It portrays a bittersweet, restless feeling, like waiting for a reply to a letter sent to someone precious.
A beautiful melody is layered with electric guitar tones that seem to symbolize rising emotions, building a dramatic soundscape.
Yuju’s powerful yet delicate vocals vividly color feelings that can’t be put into words.
It’s a perfect track for a night when you want to sit quietly and lose yourself in thought.
엄마가 딸에게 (Mother to daughter) (Feat. 김규리)Yang Hee Eun
A female singer-songwriter born in 1952 and a legend of the folk scene.
She sings about the beauty of humanity, resonating across generations.
This particular song expresses a mother’s feelings for her daughter, with the daughter’s perspective performed and sung by featured artist Kim Gyuri.
It’s also wonderful how she actively steps outside the box, collaborating with artists like AKMU.
Either Wayive
IVE is a girl group that has continued to captivate people not only with their records and lasting impact since their debut, but with so much more.
This song is one of the triple title tracks pre-released from their first EP, “I’VE MINE,” which came out in October 2023.
Some of you may have been stunned the first time you heard it.
In contrast to their previous works that showcased glamorous charm and a powerful style, this is a message song—yet you can still clearly feel IVE’s core.
The more you empathize, the more it resonates: an encouraging anthem whose gentle words offer comfort and perfectly fit our times.
너라는 별고추잠자리
The love ballad by Red Pepper Dragonfly is stirring listeners’ hearts.
Released in December 2024, this work stands out with its high school band style.
It blends rock elements with gentle melodies.
The lyrics, delicately weaving a bittersweet longing for a presence that shines like a distant star, resonate emotionally.
The tender tones bring out the feelings even more richly.
You can’t help but be moved by its pure depiction of first love.
It’s a heartwarming track that accompanies quiet moments with someone special.