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 (91–100)
Midnight Walk (밤 산책)IU
This song is striking for its depiction of deep nocturnal scenery and delicate emotional nuance.
The voice of popular singer-songwriter IU resonates as if seeping into the stillness of the night.
Set to a gentle piano melody, it carefully portrays the feeling of walking alone through the late-night streets while immersing oneself in past memories.
Released in March 2025 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “Good Job Today,” it is a heartwarming ballad that accompanies the life story of a girl and a boy set on Jeju Island.
It’s a song I highly recommend for sleepless nights or quiet moments when you’re thinking of someone dear—it will rest gently against your heart.
YOU KNOW ME BETTERkei
Lovelyz, the idol group that went on hiatus in 2021.
They were active in the 2010s, and each member is now thriving in her own field.
Among them, Kei is gaining popularity as a musical actress and singer.
Her new song is “YOU KNOW ME BETTER.” True to her musical-theater background, her emotionally rich vocals are moving.
If you’re looking for a song that will make you cry, be sure to check it out.
KazeYounha
The ballad “Kaze,” wrapped in the gentle tones of acoustic guitar and orchestra.
This track is by Younha, the artist whose “Event Horizon” continued to be a massive hit in her home country even in 2023.
It’s a Korean re-arrangement of a song included on her second full-length Japanese album, “Under the Same Sky,” released in 2010, and it was made public in May 2023.
The lyrics, which seem to sing of the passage of time and regret, quietly resonate, giving a sense of cleansing alongside Younha’s refreshingly clear vocals.
A fragile yet soothing masterpiece of a ballad—be sure to give it a listen.
notice of separationGyeongseo(경서)(GyeongseoYeji(경서예지))
A poignant breakup ballad sung solo by Gyeongseo, a member of the Korean female duo GyeongseoYeji.
Released in August 2024, this moving track centers on parting after a long relationship.
Its airy, transparent vocals and heart‑piercing melody beautifully capture the pain of goodbye.
Gyeongseo made her solo debut in January 2021 and has since won many listeners over with her emotionally rich vocal performance.
It’s perfect for those who have just gone through a breakup or want to reflect on memories with someone special—and it’s also a great listen on restless nights.
Like A DreamMINNIE
A mellow love ballad featured on the soundtrack of the Korean drama Lovely Runner.
Thai artist Minnie released it in April 2024.
Its poignant lyrics, which feel like looking back on memories of a lost love, resonate deeply.
The song begins with a simple intro of acoustic guitar and drums, then shifts in tone as electric guitar joins in for the chorus.
Minnie’s clear, airy vocals perfectly complement the drama’s world.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re struggling to move on from a breakup or when you’re remembering someone special.