Various K-pop breakup songs [relatability, next steps, poignancy]

herGOT7

her (her)

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.

Thank YouHyunJin

HyunJin 1st Digital Single “Thank You” MV

This is a song that blends the aching emotion of farewell with a warm sense of gratitude, resonating deeply with Hyunjin.

Formerly a member of LOONA and now active as part of Loossemble, she released this work in December 2024.

Set to an R&B-tinged melody, it quietly confesses the complex feelings that come after an unavoidable parting.

The beautiful music video, set against a winter backdrop, further enriches the song’s world.

It’s a recommended track for those times when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or savor your gratitude for someone important.

None of My BusinessITZY

ITZY “None of My Business” M/V @ITZY ​

“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.

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Broken HeartMONSTAX

Broken Heart (BROKEN HEART)

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.

Still YoursParc Jae Jung

[MV] Parc Jae Jung(박재정) _ Still Yours(무슨 일 있었니)

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.

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KEI

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너의 도시(Your City)정용화 (JUNG YONG HWA)

정용화 (JUNG YONG HWA) ‘너의 도시(Your City)’ MV

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.

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mutō

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DEAD LOVEMinseo

민서(MINSEO) – ‘DEAD LOVE’ MV

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.