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 [Relatable • Next Steps • Bittersweet] (91–100)
BORN AGAIN feat. Doja Cat & RAYELiSA
An irresistible track that blends disco-pop and Britpop has arrived.
Lisa from Thailand, widely known for her work with BLACKPINK, expanded her musical horizons by launching LLOUD in 2024.
Centered on the theme of female self-reinvention, Doja Cat and RAY deliver a powerful, empowering message in this release.
Premiering on February 6, 2025 as the lead single from the album “Alter Ego,” it also drew attention for its music video inspired by goddesses.
Starting in February 2025, she will also appear in the hit drama The White Lotus Season 3.
Brimming with energetic, liberating vibes, this song is perfect for blowing off steam or refreshing your mood.
Still YoursParc Jae Jung
Park Jae-jung, who became a breakout star in South Korea after the 2023 smash hit “Let’s Say Goodbye,” released this pre-enlistment single on May 9, 2024.
It portrays the feelings of regret that well up even while living happily after a breakup.
The music video features Jae-jung himself and Loossemble’s Hyunjin, enhancing the song’s poignant atmosphere.
This love ballad draws you in with the contrast between the mellow verses, colored by his calm, sweet low register, and a chorus where the emotions burst forth.
Various K-pop breakup songs [relatable, next steps, bittersweet] (101–110)
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.
너의 도시(Your City)정용화 (JUNG YONG HWA)
Jung Yong-hwa, the leader of the rock band CNBLUE, also pursues acting, making the most of his striking looks.
The song he released in 2023 is “너의 도시 (Your City).” It portrays someone looking back on the time spent with a loved one they have since parted from, and conveys the bittersweet feelings of saying goodbye to that person while leaving the city.
Set to a band performance featuring a passionate guitar riff, his emotional vocals deliver a rock number that captures the loneliness of heartbreak.
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.
DEAD LOVEMinseo
MINSEO’s new track, her first comeback in a year and nine months, captures the complex emotions that follow a breakup.
It portrays feelings of hatred toward the other person and the desire to cause pain, alongside the contradictory longing to be loved to death.
In contrast to its easy-to-listen-to melody, the lyrics are direct and candid.
It’s striking how she breaks away from her image as a ballad singer, taking on a more mature emotional expression.
Released as a digital single in March 2024, the song marks a step toward establishing MINSEO’s new musical identity.
It may resonate with those who experience intense emotional swings or have been through destructive relationships.
All For NothingTaeyeon
This song portrays the pain of heartbreak that shakes the soul with its emotional vocals.
TAEYEON’s powerful yet delicate voice beautifully conveys a sense of emptiness.
Featured on the EP “To.
X,” released in November 2023, the track sings of the transience of one-sided love and the futility of self-sacrifice.
The anguish of a love that goes unrewarded, even when you give it your all, will surely resonate with listeners.
It’s a piece that fully showcases TAEYEON’s vocal prowess, also known for her work as a member of Girls’ Generation.
Recommended for those seeking to heal from heartbreak or to immerse themselves in a bittersweet mood.