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: Iconic Ballads by Korean Female Artists (51–60)
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.
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.
My DreamYoonmirae(윤미래)
Here’s an OST from the drama Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung, which portrays a love story between Joseon’s first female historian and a prince who has never fallen in love.
Yoonmirae, a Korean R&B singer and rapper, also performs under the artist name Tasha.
Though she’s an R&B singer and rapper, she’s a bundle of talent who’s also phenomenal at singing ballads—her soaring high notes make you want to hit repeat over and over.
This song, from a woman’s perspective, has a slightly bashful feel, as if she’s asking the man she loves to hold on to her.
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.
K-pop that resonates with the heart: Masterful ballads by Korean female artists (61–70)
Bye bye my blueYerin Baek
A ballad that carries a heart-stirring poignancy within a gentle atmosphere.
It’s a track from South Korean singer-songwriter Baek Yerin’s 2016 EP.
The tender piano melody and her warm, resonant vocals spread throughout the song.
While holding onto her own anxieties and loneliness, the lyrics capturing her feelings for a loved one strike straight to the heart.
Baek Yerin, who also worked on the soundtrack for the drama “Crash Landing on You,” lets her delicate sensibilities shine here as well.
A song that stands by those troubled by love and invites deep empathy—one you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet spring night.
세 번의 날갯짓을 약속해Whee In
A ballad that resonates with a message of love from Wheein, also known as a member of MAMAMOO.
The title translates to “The Third Promise of the Butterfly,” and it was released in February 2025.
It was created together with Park Woo-sang, who has also worked on MAMAMOO’s songs, among others.
The lyrics evoke a deep sense of embrace for a loved one, and Wheein’s delicate vocals strike a chord.
Recommended for moments when you’re thinking of someone special or want to calm your heart.
It wraps you in a comforting sense of ease.
My Everythingshōjo jidai
A ballad that expresses a vow of love, passionately sung by Girls’ Generation.
This piece is a remake of a song by The Grace (Cheon Sang Ji Hee), and its delicate blend of piano and strings resonates deeply.
The lyrics carry the message “You are my everything,” pledging eternal love and gratitude to a cherished person, while the members’ mature, beautiful harmonies are truly moving.
Released in February 2025 as part of an album commemorating the 30th anniversary of SM Entertainment’s founding, the song has received high praise from many fans.
It’s perfect as wedding background music, and it’s also a wonderful choice when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or add color to a meaningful moment.