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: Masterful ballads by Korean female artists (61–70)
DEAR MY WAVEKIM CHAE WON
A poignant love story delivered by former APRIL member Chaewon.
Released in February 2025, this gem of a ballad exquisitely harmonizes delicate emotional expression with her clear, translucent vocals.
Accompanied by a melody that evokes a calm winter sea, it gently depicts the ebb and flow of a lovestruck heart.
On stages such as MBC’s Show! Music Core and other Korean music programs, her expressive power captivated many viewers.
Highly recommended for those who want to feel a love that, like waves on the shore, sometimes crashes fiercely and other times nestles quietly by your side.
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.
4월19일A Pink
It’s Apink’s “April 19th,” by the Korean girl group.
The lyrics reflect thoughts about beloved friends who have endured difficult days together, and it makes you feel like they’re talking about the six of them.
In the video, there are scenes where they link arms and sing through tears, which is truly moving to watch.
It’s the kind of song that would definitely bring everyone together if you sang it at karaoke with friends you spent your youth with.
DoorAria (tripleS)
A gem of a ballad by Aria, a unit of the up-and-coming K-pop idol group tripleS.
It’s a track from their single album “Structure of Sadness,” released in January 2024.
With heartrending lyrics penned by singer-songwriter Heize and polished production by KZ, the song shines with sophistication.
Portraying the pain of heartbreak and the hope of reunion, it resonates deeply with listeners.
Aria’s delicate harmonies and Dahyun’s stunning lead vocals are especially captivating.
Play it on a rainy day or when you’re feeling fragile, and it will gently wrap you in comfort.
Savor this exquisite ballad from Korea.
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.