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)
어떻게 이별까지 사랑하겠어, 널 사랑하는 거지(How can I love the heartbreak, you`re the one I love)AKMU (Akdong Musician)
The title track of the 2019 album “SAILING.” It’s a beautiful ballad with a gently penetrating melody and the exquisite harmony of Chanhyuk and Suhyun.
I think it carries various meanings of parting, but it also quietly stays close to the feeling of heartbreak.
The title means “To be able to love even until the farewell—that’s what it means to love you,” and the lyrics are carefully woven.
Listening to this song brings me to tears, grateful that I met someone who made me feel this way.
A warm, ocean-deep piece.
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.
Miss You방예담(BANG YEDAM)
A piano ballad delivered by former TREASURE member Bang Yedam.
It was pre-released from his first mini album, “ONLY ONE,” which came out in November 2023.
This breakup song captures the feelings right before parting, echoing the loneliness and sentimentality of autumn and winter.
The bittersweet ache of losing someone irreplaceable is made even more resonant by Yedam’s deep expressive power.
I highly recommend listening along with the music video, where you can see Yedam playing the piano.
It’s incredibly beautiful and draws you in instantly.
I hopeLEE MU JIN
A beautiful ballad woven by singer-songwriter Lee Mujin.
Though tinged with sorrow, its deep love stirs the heart.
Released in May 2024, the song carries a powerful belief in reuniting with a loved one.
Its universal theme—hoping for someone’s return no matter how much time passes—is sure to resonate with many listeners.
It’s a track filled with delicate vocals and lyrics that truly sink in.
Recommended not only for those thinking of their lovers, but for anyone waiting for someone important.
If you’re feeling the pain of heartbreak, this song may help you gradually look forward again.
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.