K-pop that touches the heart: iconic ballads by Korean female artists
What kind of songs move you? When you hear those pure, soaring high notes that only a clear, expansive female vocal can deliver, it feels like your heart is being cleansed—a sensation that gently seeps in.
In particular, many Korean singers have a passionate, emotionally rich singing style that really shakes you to your core.
Among them, we’ve carefully selected standout ballads by female vocalists! From intimate, everyday-friendly tracks to grand, sweeping pieces that only ballads can offer… you’re sure to be moved!
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K-POP that resonates with the heart: Iconic ballads by Korean female artists (81–90)
Day By Day조이(JOY)
Joy, a member of Red Velvet who also shines in various solo activities, truly captivates.
“Day By Day” is a track from her 2021 album HELLO, which marked her solo debut.
It’s a cover of a song originally released in 1999 by the female duo As One.
The lyrics, overflowing with pure feelings and heartfelt gratitude, are deeply moving.
And the biggest highlight is Joy’s delicate, beautiful vocals! She conveys the song’s warm atmosphere so well that it’s enough to bring you to tears.
Her performance on Yoo Hee-yeol’s Sketchbook is also deeply touching—please give it a listen.
It’s the very definition of a superb ballad.
Spring, AgainHon Jinyon (Hon Jin’yon)
Hailing from Gwangju in Jeollanam-do, Hong Jin-young pours rays of hope into her songs, so that flowers may bloom again in once-barren flowerbeds.
After debuting in 2006 with the girl group SWAN, she rose to prominence as a trot singer and became a leading figure in Korea’s trot scene.
While preserving the unique pathos of trot, her music adds pop elements to create a fresh sound, paired with uplifting messages that feel like flowers sprouting anew.
This work is a long-awaited new ballad released in 2025, crafted to awaken spring in the hearts of fans.
It’s a masterpiece that will resonate with anyone yearning for the springtime of their life.
I Loved You Like a MovieBEN
A medium-tempo ballad that delicately portrays a movie-like romance.
It’s a track released in July 2024 by BEN, a female artist from South Korea.
Her clear, translucent vocals bring comfort to hearts that have experienced breakup.
The lyrics, which liken beautiful yet fragile memories of love to a scene from a film, are striking.
Along with its heartrending melody, the song expresses both the transience and beauty of romance.
BEN’s voice overflows with a warmth that gently embraces the listener’s heart.
Recommended for those who feel a relationship is ending or who are in the mood to reflect on precious memories.
PromiseChoi Yu Ree
Choi Yoori’s music features a translucent singing voice and delicate instrumental tones that resonate with the heart.
Born in Korea, she won a music contest in 2018 and drew attention on the music scene.
Released in April 2024, this track was selected for the OST of the drama “Queen of Tears.” The lyrics, infused with a longing for pure love, skillfully portray the protagonist’s emotions as they overcome past pain and seek new happiness.
It’s a song that will resonate with anyone weary of romance.
A powerful yet fragile love song that cherishes the heartfelt bond with a loved one.
Don’t Say Good ByeDavichi
An emotional, heartrending ballad.
This August 2011 track by the Korean female duo Davichi shot up the charts immediately after its release.
The delicate yet powerful harmonies of Lee Hae-ri and Kang Min-kyung are captivating, and the song is included on the mini-album Love Delight.
Its highly narrative music video also drew attention, pulling viewers into a suspense-tinged storyline.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to empathize with the ache of heartbreak or when someone won’t leave your mind.
FloweringLucy
A song marked by a gentle melody that evokes the arrival of spring and lyrics that resonate deeply.
Released in May 2020 as the debut single by the Korean band LUCY, it beautifully portrays the changing of the seasons.
It richly expresses the journey from winter’s chill to being bathed in spring’s light, tenderly enveloping the listener’s heart.
The delicate, warm vocals conjure images of cherry blossom petals dancing in the air.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to feel the start of a new season or make a fresh start.
Take your time and savor this work, which brims with LUCY’s charm.
K-pop that resonates with the heart: Masterful ballads by Korean female artists (91–100)
Where Are We NowMAMAMOO
MAMAMOO, known for their powerful vocals and performances that are both bold and delicate, are a Korean female artist group famous for signature songs like “HIP.” Their music—featuring electronic sounds, distinctive rap, and hip-hop elements—is captivating and might hook you from the first listen.
Released in their seventh year of activity, “Where Are We Now” is a beautifully bittersweet ballad that resonates deeply.
The lyrics evoke memories of youth spent dreaming and the many challenges overcome along a long journey, which is especially compelling.
In the music video, the scene of the four members happily eating ice cream stands out, conjuring the image of comrades who have weathered hardships together—and it makes you want to cheer them on.
