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: Masterful Ballads by Korean Female Artists (41–50)
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.
K-pop That Resonates With the Heart: Iconic Ballads by Korean Female Artists (51–60)
Love Story(연애소설)(2021)Gavy NJ
The song “Love Story (연애소설),” perfect for anyone who’s in love right now, is a powerful track that gives a strong push to a romance just beginning to take off.
Sung by Gavy N.J, who debuted in 2005, it captivates listeners with exceptional expressiveness and heartfelt vocals.
The chorus beautifully captures the feelings of a woman mustering her courage.
The group is also known for intentionally limiting their media appearances.
If you’re into R&B, pop, or ballads, why not give their voices a listen at least once?
GoodbyeSoYeon(LABOUM)
The solo debut track by Korean songstress SoYeon.
Known as a member of LABOUM, who are also active in Japan, she released this digital single in March 2024.
It’s a medium-tempo ballad that gently conveys the pain of heartbreak, with a clear, transparent voice that resonates deeply.
Beginning with calm piano and guitar, the arrangement swells in the final section as lush strings layer in, revealing the hidden depths of sorrow.
A must-listen for anyone who has said goodbye to someone dear.
Filled with SoYeon’s sincere emotions, this moving piece is a standout ballad that’s sure to touch your heart.
Never Ending StoryIU
IU’s new release.
This is a remake of a comeback song by a band originally released in 2002.
You can feel a different kind of delicacy compared to the original.
Released in May 2025, it drew strong responses in her home country as the title track of the remake album “A Flower Bookmark 3.” A beautiful ballad featuring piano and strings that sings of eternal love.
IU’s lyrical voice delivers a resonant, heartfelt vocal performance.
The music video is also a must-see, with stunning visuals that pay homage to the film “Christmas in August.”
The Look In Your EyesWONHEE
Wonhee skillfully navigates clear, bright highs and gentle lows.
She debuted in March 2024 as a member of the girl group ILLIT, and with this song she also makes her first attempt at a drama OST for “Spring of the Four Seasons: Our Season of Love.” Warm strings layer over a calm piano melody as her translucent voice weaves the story.
Carefully expressing the feeling of gazing at one’s love reflected in their eyes, this piece pairs beautifully with the drama’s moving scenes.
Wrapped in a spring-breeze softness, it’s a lovely ballad that tenderly embraces the ache of unrequited love.
DIVINEshōjo jidai
A grand ballad adorned with a crystal-clear, beautiful melody and lyrics that are both heartrending and powerful.
It was included on the 2014 album “THE BEST.” The strong harmonies of all nine Girls’ Generation members stir the heart, singing of courage and hope to move forward through hardship.
Within the magnificent soundscape woven by strings and piano, each member’s voice blends beautifully.
As the final official recording by the group’s nine-member lineup including Jessica, this song holds deep significance for fans.
It is a gem of a ballad that showcases Girls’ Generation’s musical prowess—one that resonates when you’ve faced setbacks or farewells and need the courage to look ahead.
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.