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!
Playlist
| K-pop that touches the heart: iconic ballads by Korean female artists | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | To My YouthBolbbalgan4 |  play_arrow | A bittersweet ballad of Bolbbalgan4 |
| 2east | I’m all earsTaeyeon |  play_arrow | My heart is warmed by Taeyeon’s ballad. |
| 3east | Don’t you know (모르시나요)Davichi |  play_arrow | A wistful ballad from the IRIS II OST |
| 4east | DOWNPOURI.O.I |  play_arrow | IOI’s final song “소나기 (Sonagi)” is a heartfelt farewell ballad. |
| 5east | Either Wayive |  play_arrow | IVE, a heartwarming ballad that resonates with the emotions |
| 6east | if（만약에）Taeyeon |  play_arrow | Taeyeon’s solo song sings about the “what if” of love. |
| 7east | Sour GrapesLE SSERAFIM |  play_arrow | A work that showcases the appeal of the debut group LE SSERAFIM |
| 8east | HurtNewJeans |  play_arrow | A classic hit by the rising girl group NewJeans |
| 9east | Don’t forget me (잊지 말아요)Beku Chiyon |  play_arrow | Baek Ji-young’s heartrending love songs, drama OSTs |
| 10east | I Will Go To You Like The First Snow AileeAilee |  play_arrow | Goblin OST, a song of the first snow of a heartrending love |
| 11east | BREATHELee Hi |  play_arrow | Outstanding vocal ability and the moving charm of “Hansum (Sigh)” |
| 12east | I’m Fine Thank YouLadies’ Code |  play_arrow | A sad memorial song for Ladies' Code |
| 13east | Love wins allIU |  play_arrow | IU’s moving new song, co-starring MV with V |
| 14east | You won’t forget meKIM CHAEHYUN |  play_arrow | Kim Chaehyun's debut solo single |
| 15east | This loveDavichi |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song, the moving OST of Descendants of the Sun |
| 16east | Flower Tea (꽃차)OH MY GIRL |  play_arrow | An emotional song by an idol featuring vocals without dance |
| 17east | You Are My EverythingGUMMY |  play_arrow | A passionate love song from Descendants of the Sun |
| 18east | Because I am a woman (여자이니까 )BEN |  play_arrow | A timeless ballad overflowing with poignancy that heals the heart |
| 19east | Standing On The EdgeHyolyn |  play_arrow | Hyorin’s song of the heart rising again into the light |
| 20east | The Moment My HeartBoramiyu |  play_arrow | Popular YouTuber Boramiyu covers a winter ballad |
| 21east | Solar SystemKIM SEJEONG |  play_arrow | Kim Sejeong sings the sensibilities of winter |
| 22east | Beautiful WomanLee Ye Joon |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart |
| 23east | Foreveraespa |  play_arrow | Aespa's wistful winter ballad |
| 24east | Longing For The One I LostHYNN |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring la… interwoven with sorrow and hope |
| 25east | Here I Am AgainYerin Baek |  play_arrow | Emotional tones of farewell and love in the Crash Landing on You OST |
| 26east | 7월 7일 (One Of These Nights)Red Velvet |  play_arrow | Red Velvet’s Tanabata ballad, an enchanting allure |
| 27east | If It Were MeHYNN |  play_arrow | Boasting overwhelming vocal ability and representing South Korea with her talent… |
| 28east | CompleteGirls’ Generation |  play_arrow | Girls' Generation's global music and achievements |
| 29east | Ending SceneIU |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song that sings of the pain of parting |
| 30east | Plant(화분)SEJEONG(세정) |  play_arrow | Sejeong’s beautiful ballad “Plant” |
| 31east | DREAMBABYMONSTER |  play_arrow | The strong will of girls who pursue their dreams |
| 32east | My DestinyLyn |  play_arrow | You Who Came from the Stars OST, Love Song |
| 33east | Growing UpMinseo |  play_arrow | Minso, a solo artist born in 1996 |
| 34east | On Such a DayWINTER |  play_arrow | Winter's ballad heals the heart. |
| 35east | Dark CloudYounha |  play_arrow | An emotional ballad by Younha, whose singing ability is outstanding |
| 36east | 봄은 있었다Younha |  play_arrow | Younha’s poignant song that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the light of hope |
| 37east | Make U SmileYENA |  play_arrow | A poignant, heart-touching ballad, a wish for promises and reunion |
| 38east | Lonely night (혼술하고 싶은 밤)BEN |  play_arrow | A soothing ballad by BEN to listen to on a lonely night |
| 39east | AzaleasAli |  play_arrow | A ballad with pansori elements, singing of the hope of reunion |
| 40east | 부탁해요Wax |  play_arrow | It’s a song about the incredibly complex feelings of a woman. After breaking up with her lover, the cut… |
| 41east | 힘들 때마다 생각나는 친구오현란 |  play_arrow | A ballad that feels the warmth of friendship—a heart-soothing song |
| 42east | SquareYerin Baek |  play_arrow | Baek Yerin’s English songs are captivating. |
| 43east | Cry AgainDavichi |  play_arrow | A poignant Korean ballad about a heartrending farewell that resonates with the heart |
| 44east | 주르륵9Muses |  play_arrow | A heartrending love story of a man and woman shedding tears |
| 45east | I’ll BE THERESTAYC |  play_arrow | A classic song highlighted by mellow electric guitar |
| 46east | DreamingANYUJIN (IVE) |  play_arrow | Since their debut, they have consistently delivered memorable works… |
| 47east | STAYBLACKPINK |  play_arrow | Not only in Asia but also popular worldwide… |
| 48east | Dear KamiliaKARA |  play_arrow | KARA’s hit song that led the K-POP boom |
| 49east | I want you to be happyA Pink |  play_arrow | A ballad filled with Apink’s friendship and gratitude |
| 50east | Don’t Say Good ByeDavichi |  play_arrow | An emotional masterpiece ballad by a Korean duo |
| 51east | Love Story(연애소설)(2021)Gavy NJ |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that stands by someone in love |
| 52east | GoodbyeSoYeon(LABOUM) |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 53east | Never Ending StoryIU |  play_arrow | IU’s remake ballad, a masterpiece that resonates with the heart |
| 54east | The Look In Your EyesWONHEE |  play_arrow | WONHEE moved by ILLIT's debut song |
| 55east | DIVINEshōjo jidai |  play_arrow | A grand and powerful ballad by Girls' Generation |
| 56east | Spring, AgainHon Jinyon (Hon Jin’yon) |  play_arrow | A ray of hope in a ravaged flower bed: the revival of a trot singer |
| 57east | Midnight Walk (밤 산책)IU |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that depicts the quiet of the night |
| 58east | KazeYounha |  play_arrow | Younha’s classic ballad “Kaze” soothes the heart. |
| 59east | My DreamYoonmirae(윤미래) |  play_arrow | Joseon Dynasty: A Heartrending Love Between a Historian and a Prince (OST) |
| 60east | Like A DreamMINNIE |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song that sings of memories of romance |
| 61east | Bye bye my blueYerin Baek |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad whose gentle melody resonates in the heart |
| 62east | 세 번의 날갯짓을 약속해Whee In |  play_arrow | Wheein's love ballad, resonating with the heart |
| 63east | My Everythingshōjo jidai |  play_arrow | A ba... that expresses a vow of love sung by Girls’ Generation |
| 64east | DEAR MY WAVEKIM CHAE WON |  play_arrow | A poignant love song by former APRIL member Chaewon |
| 65east | I Hope the Painful Memories Weren′t LovePunch |  play_arrow | Punch's new song is a ballad that depicts the painful memories with a loved one. |
| 66east | Come backSuzy |  play_arrow | Bae Suzy’s moving ballad depicting a reunion of love |
| 67east | Why is love so hard for meGyeongseoYeji(경서예지) |  play_arrow | Expressing the delicate emotions of a woman in love through song |
| 68east | Fix make-upCha ga eul |  play_arrow | A heartrending breakup song, a masterpiece that stirs the emotions |
| 69east | BLUEDreamNote |  play_arrow | DreamNote's new song 'BLUE' is a dance-pop track. |
| 70east | I Will Stay With YouGUMMY |  play_arrow | The popular medical drama series “Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim …” |
| 71east | HeavenHYNN |  play_arrow | HYNN sings Ailee’s hit song with heartfelt emotion. |
| 72east | 이수영 ‘날 찾아 (Find Me)Lee Soo Young (I Su-yon) |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song by Lee Soo-young that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 73east | number one girlROSÉ |  play_arrow | A ballad that delicately portrays Rose’s emotions |
| 74east | Farewell EverydaySOYOU |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by a solo singer from SISTAR |
| 75east | Who is reflected in this world?SooYoung |  play_arrow | Sooyoung’s first solo song, a beautiful ballad that resonates with the heart |
| 76east | Nights Into Days (Prod by. 나얼)Taeyeon |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that sings of Taeyeon's bittersweet love. |
| 77east | OVERDOSU-Rim |  play_arrow | The poignant feelings of a woman who has lost her beloved |
| 78east | To YouWSG WANNABE GAYA-G |  play_arrow | WSG WANNABE’s sub-unit Gaya-G |
| 79east | Love..What is itZia |  play_arrow | A love song that resonates in the heart with a poignant singing voice |
| 80east | ‘Til We Meet Againaespa |  play_arrow | aespa's wistful love ballad, the joy of reunion |
| 81east | Breakups(몇 번의 이별)Jeong Hyobin (Chung Hyobin) |  play_arrow | Hyobin Jeon, an emotionally expressive ballad singer |
| 82east | Day By Day조이(JOY) |  play_arrow | Joy’s solo song “Day By Day” is moving. |
| 83east | Sing the spring(봄을 노래하다)40 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that feels the breath of spring |
| 84east | 4월19일A Pink |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays Apink’s youth and their love for their friends |
| 85east | DoorAria (tripleS) |  play_arrow | A poignant heartbreak ballad: Aria’s heart-resonating song |
| 86east | I Loved You Like a MovieBEN |  play_arrow | BEN's classic that depicts the transience and beauty of love |
| 87east | PromiseChoi Yu Ree |  play_arrow | A pure love song that resonates in Choi Yuri’s heart |
| 88east | Glowing LightHYNN |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by HYNN that sings of hope, resonating in the heart |
| 89east | FloweringLucy |  play_arrow | Lucy’s heartwarming song that depicts the arrival of spring |
| 90east | Where Are We NowMAMAMOO |  play_arrow | The appeal of MAMAMOO and the lyrics and videos of their representative songs |
| 91east | With a smileShin Ye Young |  play_arrow | Shin Yeyeon’s heartwarming ballad |
| 92east | With YouWINTER |  play_arrow | A heartwarming love song, echoing on a winter night |
| 93east | 기다리다 (Waiting)Yunna |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that sings of the bittersweet pain of unrequited love |
| 94east | 봄눈 (Spring Snow)박지윤 (Park Ji Yoon) |  play_arrow | Park Ji-yoon’s heartwarming love song |
| 95east | When This Rain StopsWENDY |  play_arrow | WENDY passionately performs a solo song that showcases her vocal prowess! |
| 96east | YOU KNOW ME BETTERkei |  play_arrow | After Lovelyz disbanded, Kei has been active as a singer and musical actress. |
| 97east | notice of separationGyeongseo(경서)(GyeongseoYeji(경서예지)) |  play_arrow | A bittersweet breakup ballad with an emotionally rich vocal performance |
| 98east | As time goes byPark Boram |  play_arrow | Park Boram’s heartbreaking classic ballad |