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] (141–150)
어디에도M.C The Max
M.C THE MAX is a band that, in its early days, was produced by YOSHIKI and even received songs from Japanese artists.
This is a ballad they released in 2016 about the pain of heartbreak.
The lyrics, which overlay falling snow with a wistful emotional state, are superb and quietly resonate in the heart.
It seems quite difficult to sing well, but it’s said to be a familiar number for Korean men.
According to TJ Communication, it was the most sung song in 2016.
Since then, it has remained a long-loved karaoke classic.
Save MeMAMAMOO+
Save Me is a song that stays by your side when things are too tough to even laugh or when you’re heartbroken.
It was pre-released from TWO RABBITS, the debut mini album by MAMAMOO+, a subunit formed by MAMAMOO members Solar and Moonbyul, in July 2023.
With its medium tempo and blue-tinted mood, the song carries a poignant sadness that gently soothes a wounded heart.
Moonbyul participated in writing and composing, and you can feel her signature atmosphere and expressive style, wrapped in beautiful harmonies with Solar.
When you’re caught in a loop of helpless feelings, you’ll surely find yourself relating to it.
WHERE YOU ATNU’EST W
WHERE YOU AT is a breakup song released in 2017 by NU’EST W, a unit of the boy group NU’EST.
It’s a track that symbolizes their success: it gave them their first No.
1 on the charts, and they also won Discovery of the Year at the Mnet Asian Music Awards that same year.
Rather than focusing on the pain itself, the lyrics convey a heartbreaking sense of wandering endlessly, unable to accept reality.
The soaring high notes bursting with emotion are striking as well.
Even so, the song overflows with their chic, mature charm.
Broke up today(오늘 헤어졌어요) (Feat. TANAKA)Onestar(임한별)
Im Han-byul, who has a background in a boys’ band and also thrives as a solo artist, released this track, “Broke up today,” in 2023 under his OneStar moniker, featuring TANAKA.
The lyrics, depicting the sadness and loneliness of a breakup, intertwine with beautiful strings and piano.
A love story set in winter pairs perfectly with the crystal-clear sound.
It’s a sentimental love song where his vocals, infused with a heart-wrenching longing, resonate alongside TANAKA’s harmonies.
Yooou (Feat. BIG Naughty)PARK HYEON JIN, BIG Naughty
This track is a collaboration between rising rapper Park Hyun Jin—whose contract with the hip-hop label H1GHR MUSIC made waves—and BIG Naughty, known for hits like “Beyond Love.” It’s a breakup song reflecting on an ex, marked by a relaxed, gentle mood.
The lyrics, which confess vulnerable lines like “It fell apart because of you,” are heartbreakingly candid, conveying lingering feelings for the other person.
Spring imagery appears, but the emotion feels more like a quiet ache suited to a slightly chilly season.
SLOMOSEVENUS
This work comes from the Korean boy duo SEVENUS, performed by Heejae and Ire.
It’s the title track of their mini-album “STAY TUNED,” released in December 2024, and it centers on the theme of beautiful memories that remain after a breakup.
The members’ warm, sweet vocals and the lyrical guitar sound are distinctive, and the heartfelt lyrics leave a strong impression.
In the music video, elements like rain and drifting flower petals visually evoke memories.
The song conveys a longing for the luminous days of the past, making it a perfect track for moments of melancholy.
Over U, Goodbye (Seeun x J)STAYC
Here comes a winter ballad duet by STAYC members Seeun and J.
The song carries a warm winter atmosphere, portraying the pain of parting, personal growth, and hope for the future.
It was released as a surprise gift for fans on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
Seeun’s dreamy voice and J’s husky tone blend beautifully to express the interplay between past memories and present emotions.
Produced by Black Eyed Pilseung, the track’s gorgeous guitar lines and rich instrumentation highlight the duo’s delicate feelings.
With heartfelt lyrics and melody, this song brings warmth and comfort to the cold winter.