K-pop friendship songs: heartwarming Korean tracks about borderless bonds
Even if you don’t understand the language, K-POP conveys the singers’ overflowing emotions so vividly.
It holds back where it should, and when it’s time to soar, the voltage surges.
That emotional depth is one of the charms of K-POP songs.
Why not share them with friends you spend your days with, or with dear friends who are far away?
We’ve picked out wonderful friendship songs that make you want to express the gratitude you can’t usually say and help you notice those precious feelings.
If you’re fellow K-POP fans, singing along together is highly recommended!
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K-pop friendship songs: heartwarming Korean tracks about borderless bonds (41–50)
My YouJung Kook
Starting with the gentle timbre of an acoustic guitar, this song features the warm, heartfelt vocals of BTS’s main vocalist, Jung Kook.
Released in June 2022 as part of the “2022 BTS Festa” celebrating BTS’s 9th anniversary, it beautifully blends lyrics filled with gratitude and love for fans (ARMY) with a calm, soothing arrangement.
Co-written and composed by Jung Kook, the track is a melodic R&B ballad.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to express thanks that’s hard to put into words, or when you want to reaffirm your bond with a close friend.
Wrapped in a gentle kindness that comforts a weary heart, this work reminds you anew of the beauty of friendship.
My Buddy (기억해)GFRIEND
From its dazzling intro, this is a refreshingly poppy track that feels quintessentially GFRIEND.
It’s a fan song filled with love for BUDDY, the collective name for GFRIEND’s fans, and at the same time a piece that paints a picture of sunlit friendship.
The warm atmosphere that GFRIEND and BUDDY create together at live shows evokes a bright, clear future, as if we’re walking hand in hand.
It’s a masterpiece that never fails to move you, bringing to mind those friends who look out for you even in tough times.
Dear.Weki Meki
This is the B-side track from Weki Meki’s first single, “Kiss, Kicks,” released in 2018.
While Weki Meki is often associated with a strong hip-hop image, this song is a friendship anthem sung over a warm, romantic melody.
Its message, filled with gratitude for the days they’ve shared and a heartfelt “let’s keep going together,” resonates gently.
What kind of person is your best friend? Listening to “Dear.” will likely make you want to reach out—not only to your closest friends now, but also to an old best friend who comes to mind.
산소호흡기(Respirator)HAN, Seungmin
Let me introduce a heartwarming K-pop song that deeply resonates with the singers’ feelings.
Co-written by Stray Kids members Han and Seungmin, it was released in June 2024 as a special gift to their fans.
The song is imbued with a desire to stand by and support those facing hardships.
Carried by a gentle yet powerful melody, their emotionally rich vocals sink into your heart.
The lyric “I want to be your oxygen” leaves a strong impression.
Give it a listen when you want to feel the bond with someone important.
It’s a warm track that reminds us of the importance of friendship and supporting one another.
LetterIjinsei (I Jinson)
Lee Jin-sung of Monday Kiz sings “Letter,” a sad yet beautiful song filled with feelings for a friend he can no longer meet.
Listening to this song makes me want to see my friend.
It might be a good idea to express your daily gratitude to a dear friend.
I AM UJejun
A heartwarming fan song by Kim Jaejoong, a singer loved in Japan and Korea.
Released in June 2024, it’s also included on the album “FLOWER GARDEN.” Created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his debut, the song strikingly weaves in past song titles while expressing gratitude to his fans.
Set to a bright, catchy melody, it conveys the bonds built so far and hopes for the future with a refreshing feel.
It’s a track that draws you in with Jaejoong’s warm yet powerful vocals.
For fans, it must be an especially moving number.
It’s a piece likely to become a special memory, packed with the 20-year history shared by Jaejoong and his fans.
Only One StoryZEROBASEONE
A song full of warm friendship and hope by ZEROBASEONE, a group born from a Korean survival show in 2023.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon, this track is brimming with the joy of deepening bonds.
Each member’s distinctive vocals gently wrap a positive message.
It fully showcases the appeal of this talented group, who achieved million-seller status with their debut album, YOUTH IN THE SHADE.
Crafted as a cheer song for listeners in Japan, it connects hearts across the sea.
It’s perfect for heartwarming moments—like weekend outings or making memories with close friends.