Various K-pop breakup songs [relatability, next steps, poignancy]
I wonder how things ended up like this.
I can’t get anything done anymore…
That feeling of heartbreak is so sad and painful, isn’t it?
I think K-pop songs also have the charm of letting the emotions of a simple ballad seep deep into your heart.
That said, it’s not just bittersweet tracks—there are breakup songs in all kinds of styles, including ones that give you the courage to move forward.
When you listen to your favorite idol or a highly expressive artist’s voice, your emotions are sure to be stirred even more…!
I hope these songs help you feel understood, and even a little lighter.
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Various K-pop Breakup Songs [Relatability, Next Steps, Bittersweet] (81–90)
MissingTEEN POP
The title “Missing (쉽지않아)” means “It’s not easy,” but what isn’t easy? It’s forgetting the woman he loved.
Conversely, it seems the woman doesn’t find the breakup so painful.
Being the only one drowning in sorrow feels like something that won’t be easily overcome.
It’s included on the 2014 album ‘TEEN TOP EXITO.’
STAYBLACKPINK
BLACKPINK is hugely popular not only in Asia but around the world.
Their bittersweet yet pop-infused ballad “STAY” is a perfect example.
In the first half of the song, set to a simple guitar tone, the lyrics express both hatred toward the man who hurt her and a love she still can’t let go of.
In the latter half, the mood shifts dramatically: accompanied by handclaps and a brighter melody, the song turns to declaring love for him.
The message comes through not only in the lyrics, but also in this key change.
herGOT7
A GOT7 masterpiece with a melody that stirs the heart, capturing the sweet, aching afterglow of farewell.
A deeply crafted song written and composed by Jinyoung, it delicately expresses the profound theme of “a love that blooms even without fulfilling each other.” The way it cherishes the words and memories that linger after parting with a lover is portrayed with GOT7’s signature gentle sensibility.
Included on the January 2025 mini-album “WINTER HEPTAGON,” it is positioned as a key track in their full-group comeback after three years.
This heartwarming ballad gently accompanies those who strive to move forward despite the pain of heartbreak, and those who keep precious memories close to their hearts.
None of My BusinessITZY
“None of My Business” is a mid-tempo pop tune released in 2023 by ITZY, a five-member girl group from Seoul.
The title phrase, “None of my business,” is a common English expression meaning “That’s none of your concern.” True to its title, the song is about shaking off a guy who keeps making comments about a twisted, complicated relationship.
If you’re dealing with a romance you’re ready to end in real life, you’ll definitely relate to this one.
Broken HeartMONSTAX
A heartbreak ballad by MONSTA X that vividly captures lingering feelings and a profound sense of loss after a breakup.
This moving track, included on their September 2015 mini-album “RUSH,” portrays the ache of being the only one still trapped in memories while the other person has already moved on—an unrequited, bittersweet longing powerfully conveyed through the members’ emotive vocals.
The song showcases a delicate side of a group best known for their strong beats and high-energy performances.
The album “RUSH” reached No.
6 on the Gaon Chart and sold over 30,000 copies.
Thanks in part to this achievement, they won the Next Generation Asian Artist Award at the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards.
Give it a listen when you want to face the pain of heartbreak or when you’re wrestling with unresolved feelings.
Lonely Night10CM, Kwon Jina (Kuwon Jina)
“Lonely Night” is a song that stays by your side when you’ve gone through a breakup that leaves you with regret.
It’s a collaboration between indie star 10cm and singer-songwriter Kwon Jin Ah, known for her deeply expressive vocals.
The track was featured on the soundtrack of the drama Hospital Playlist.
It sings of the loneliness after someone you love has left, and its gentle melancholy really resonates.
The beautiful voices and harmonies of the two artists make it all the more touching.
If you’ve ever been told it’s over and found yourself unable to say anything as you watched them go, you’ll likely feel a deep sense of empathy.
It’s a heartrending song that amplifies the feeling of longing.
Various K-pop Breakup Songs [Relatable • Next Steps • Bittersweet] (91–100)
Good LoveB1A4
A sad ballad from B1A4’s 2013 release, the album “이게 무슨 일이야 (What’s Happening?),” it portrays lovers facing a heartbreaking farewell.
The members’ heartfelt, wistful high notes stir the listener’s emotions.
It’s painful to think that, like in this song, you have to forget the happy times you shared together.