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 touches the heart: Masterpiece ballads by Korean female artists (11–20)
This loveDavichi
This is an OST from the popular drama Descendants of the Sun, which portrays love at first sight and steadfast devotion from a man to a woman.
The singers, Davichi, are a duo consisting of Lee Hae-ri and Kang Min-kyung.
It’s a song about painful love, capturing the despair one feels right after a breakup—the tearful thought, ‘Can I really live on without you from now on?’ The duo’s powerful, emotionally charged vocals heighten the sense of heartbreak even more.
Flower Tea (꽃차)OH MY GIRL
It’s pretty rare for idols to perform with just vocals, without dance or choreography.
The song “Flower Tea (꽃차)” is the opening track on OH MY GIRL’s seventh mini album “NONSTOP,” released in 2020.
With lyrics like “I’ll stay by your side even on cold days, and I’ll bring you flower tea,” it tells a bittersweet yet heartwarming story.
While there are plenty of Japanese translations of the lyrics online, this is a song that resonates deeply even when listened to in the original Korean.
You Are My EverythingGUMMY
This is the OST from the hugely popular drama Descendants of the Sun, starring the beautiful pair Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo.
Song Joong-ki’s character, Yoo Si-jin, is a straightforward man who falls in love at first sight and pursues it relentlessly, completely winning over women’s hearts (lol).
This song is a grand love ballad about that instant infatuation and love.
It feels like a song that’s really satisfying to belt out.
Because I am a woman (여자이니까 )BEN
Ben, a singer renowned as the Queen of Ballads and noted for her work on OSTs such as Hotel Del Luna, released Because I Am a Woman in 2021.
It’s a remake of the classic hit originally released by the band K.I.S.S in 1991.
While the original has a certain warmth to its mood, this remake highlights the poignancy with its lyrical melody and Ben’s deeply expressive vocals.
Partings are always painful, and the more you love, the more you feel the ache.
The song captures that tender, aching heart so intensely it tightens your chest.
A ballad resonating with a deep, embracing love—utterly moving.
Standing On The EdgeHyolyn
Hyorin is a singer known for being a former member of the girl group SISTAR, which debuted in 2010.
This work is her digital single released in December 2025, as she continues to pursue a dynamic solo career.
It’s a ballad that tells the story of standing on the brink, meeting the light of her fans, and finding the strength to rise again.
The sound evokes the still air of dawn, and her delicate yet powerful vocals resonate deeply.
The fact that it was previewed at concerts and completed with the energy of the live audience adds an emotional layer.
Instead of a music video, a special film was released, further enriching the song’s lingering impact.
It’s a perfect track for nights when you want to quietly dwell in your feelings or express gratitude for someone’s support.
The Moment My HeartBoramiyu
Singer-songwriter Boramiyu, who has gained support on YouTube for her cover videos and their clear, translucent tone, has released a single on December 21, 2025.
It’s a remake of the beloved ballad that Kyuhyun sang in 2020 as part of the OST for the webtoon “취향저격 그녀 (She is My Type).” The song captures the trembling heart just before confessing feelings to a crush, carried by delicate piano and string melodies.
Boramiyu’s conversational vocal delivery brings out a fresh, innocent charm distinct from the original.
With a warm sound that seems to melt into the crisp winter air, it’s sure to gently encourage anyone feeling timid about love.
It’s also perfect for listening alone on a quiet night.
Soul-stirring K-pop: Masterful ballads by Korean female artists (21–30)
Solar SystemKIM SEJEONG
Kim Sejeong, who first rose to fame as a member of gugudan and is now beloved for both her acting and singing, released the single album “Solar System” in December 2025—a work that deeply resonates with the sensibilities of winter.
This release is a remake of one of Sung Si-kyung’s signature ballads, arranged by guitarist Jeok Jae, who breathes new life into the piece while preserving the lyricism of the original.
The lyrics poignantly liken the habits that linger after a breakup to the orbits of planets revolving around the sun.
With restrained, acoustic production, the sound blends seamlessly with her delicate vocals, echoing like an intimate soliloquy.
It’s a song that will gently accompany quiet nights spent alone in contemplation.