An emotional Korean song. A gently moving, sensitive masterpiece.
This is a playlist introducing emotional Korean tracks.
From K-R&B and love songs to tunes with a languid, melancholic mood, we’ve picked a wide variety.
That laid-back, mellow atmosphere—the kind that slowly seeps in—feels even more emotional at night, doesn’t it?
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The stylish sound alone is emotional, but if you really take your time to read the lyrics while you listen, you might find yourself even more immersed in the world they create.
With many tracks featuring lyrics that feel like they’re right there with you, these emo numbers can be a comfort when you’re heartbroken or when you just want to relax.
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Emotional Korean songs: Subtly moving, sentimental masterpieces (111–120)
Still LOVESOLE

This is a song released in August 2024 by Sol, a singer-songwriter from South Korea.
Built on an R&B foundation, it showcases Sol’s richly emotive vocals.
The lyrics, which emphasize the importance of finding love even in difficult times, are striking and resonate with listeners.
Featured on the EP “Time Machine,” the track has earned high praise from fans.
Drawing on Sol’s own experiences, the lyrics offer strength to overcome life’s challenges.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone navigating the many emotions that come with love.
Emotional Korean songs: gently moving, sentimental masterpieces (121–130)
URTaeyeon

UR is a ballad by Taeyeon, the renowned vocalist representing South Korea and known as a member of Girls’ Generation.
It’s included on her 2015 mini album I, which marked her solo debut.
The song expresses the feeling of “meeting someone precious and having your world change.” It sings of that irreplaceable emotion, and you’ll likely be moved by the power of the song, made even more beautiful by Taeyeon’s vocals.
It’s intensely emotional.
Taeyeon is known for her overwhelming vocal prowess, but the many shades of expression within her strength are truly wonderful.
don’t leave me (거짓말처럼)TOIL, Gist

A collaborative track by Korean-American producer Toil and rapper Jist.
It was created in May 2024 as an insert song for the Japan-originated film “The Last 10 Years.” Centered on themes of parting and lingering attachment, it poignantly depicts once-happy memories and the yearning to stay together until the end.
Their emotionally rich harmonies deftly express the fleeting nature of love that everyone experiences.
Seamlessly synchronized with the film’s scenes, this piece is sure to resonate with wounded hearts.
It’s especially evocative when listened to at night.
REUNION MEGA MIX (feat. 차진혁, 모요, Yyeon, 강한국, 담영, XIN, 필로, 쿤타, Blue.D)TimeFeveR

This buzzworthy release from producer Time Fever, who’s bringing fresh energy to the Korean music scene, dropped in June 2024.
It’s an energetic track born from collaborations with a range of artists.
Each member’s distinctive vocals and rap interweave beautifully, creating a rich, layered sound.
The lyrics, themed around a class reunion and celebrating memories of the past and reconnecting with old friends, overflow with warmth, joy, and nostalgia.
Built around a dance beat, the arrangement delivers the perfect momentum for a reunion party.
It’s nostalgic yet refreshingly forward-looking, as if charging ahead into the future.
It might be nice to catch up with old friends while listening to this track.
봄을 그리다 (One Spring Day)Urban Zakapa

A gem of a track from Urban Zakapa’s album “01,” released in May 2011, gently envelops the longing for spring’s arrival.
Carried by delicate acoustic guitar melodies, the vocalist’s clear, translucent voice resonates deeply.
It vividly portrays the quiet wait for spring amid the city’s hustle and bustle, beautifully expressing the wistfulness that comes with the changing seasons.
This is a song that showcases Urban Zakapa’s uniquely emotional world, firmly established in Korea’s R&B scene.
A quietly moving classic you’ll want to hear in the season of new encounters and farewells.
Bye bye my blueYerin Baek

This work is striking for its captivating vocals and lyrics that gradually seep into your heart.
It’s included on the EP released in June 2016 by South Korean singer-songwriter Baek Yerin.
Piano and delicate vocals blend together to portray the complexities of love.
The lyrics, filled with self-critical thoughts and strong feelings toward the other person, resonate deeply with listeners.
Baek Yerin’s warm voice brings a sense of hope even amid the sadness.
It’s an emotional track perfect for the spring season of meetings and partings—ideal for those troubled by love or when you just want to relax.
Ashes (feat. Ai Tomioka)Zior Park

A song that captures the aching feelings of heartbreak.
It’s an emotional ballad by South Korean hip-hop/R&B musician Jiol Park and Japanese singer-songwriter Ai Tomioka.
Released on May 23, 2024, the track likens lost love to ashes, giving voice to both a sense of loss and a wish for renewal.
Its dramatic progression and the duo’s exquisite harmonies resonate deeply.
Jiol Park’s profound lyrics and Ai Tomioka’s clear, airy vocals are a perfect match, conveying an urgent sincerity.
It’s a song that comforts those who have experienced heartbreak or loss—highly recommended for listening quietly at night.


