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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Soul-stirring K-pop: Masterful ballads by Korean female artists (21–30)
Foreveraespa
Debuting in 2020, aespa—a girls’ group known for their striking near-futuristic style using avatars—released this winter ballad in 2021.
It’s a remake of a song from SM Entertainment’s 2000 album “Winter Vacation In SMTOWN.com,” originally by senior SM artist and prolific composer Yoo Young-jin, who also handled the new arrangement himself.
Beyond the beautiful acoustic guitar and strings, the sweet melody and the members’ lovely vocals are utterly enchanting.
Its slightly retro feel is charming, and it’s packed with the best of K-pop’s pure-love storytelling.
Meaning “forever,” this song would suit a wedding, and it’s a highly recommended ballad overflowing with a soothing warmth that gently comforts a tired heart.
I’m all earsTaeyeon
A deeply moving ballad sung by Taeyeon, the main vocalist of Girls’ Generation.
It was included as the closing track on the album “This Christmas – Winter is Coming,” released in the winter of 2017.
The lyrics are truly warm, as if gently listening to someone’s pain and assuring them, “I’ll stay by your side through the night.” It overflows with a kindness that feels like wrapping a shivering body in a blanket.
There may be no flashy production, but Taeyeon’s delicate vocals—so nuanced you can almost hear her breathing—stand out, and every listen brings you close to tears.
About a month after its release, a special video for the song was also unveiled.
On nights when you’re going through something hard, or when you just want someone to listen, play this softly.
It will surely make your heart feel lighter.
Here I Am AgainYerin Baek
A huge hit by Yerin Baek, one of Korea’s leading singer-songwriters, from the OST of the romance drama Crash Landing on You, which became a sensation in Japan.
Her emotive vocals feel as if she’s speaking directly to you, drawing you into the world of the song and gently enveloping your feelings.
A love that grows deeper even when apart.
The aching portrayal of wanting to stay close despite having to say goodbye lingers in the heart.
It’s a ballad that quietly brings comfort no matter the circumstance.
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.
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.