K-pop and Korean love songs: Love songs that really capture the Korean view of romance
A special feature on K-pop love songs recommended for anyone who wants to listen to Korean romance tracks!
Korean love songs often have lyrics that are even sweeter than their melodies, and they’re sure to make both girls and guys swoon.
Beyond the cuteness of songs that express feelings of love straightforwardly, tracks about unrequited love or the emotions after a breakup are also deeply moving.
Above all, the uniquely Korean sense of musicality and overflowing emotion will surely resonate across borders with many listeners.
In this list, we’ve picked out songs that sing about love in many different forms.
May your feelings reach the ones you care about!
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K-pop and Korean love songs: Love songs that capture the Korean view of romance (81–90)
헤어지자 (Prod. 정키)휘인
A song that captures a moment from a couple’s breakup.
The woman once tried hard to make their relationship better.
Because she truly loved him, she did everything she could to repair it.
But now, even the tenderness and sparkling memories of the past have faded away.
The man tries to forget all of it, while the woman struggles to say they should part.
If memories of breaking up with an ex still weigh on your heart, this song will be there to comfort you.
AlwaysSeulgi
A love ballad about eternal love sung by Seulgi of Red Velvet.
It is an insert song for the TV drama “The Crowned Clown,” which depicts the unexpected death of Yi Heon in the story, Gwanghae stepping off the ship to become the true king who will create a new world, and the looming Donal before him.
This track is the fifth original soundtrack, and it marks Seulgi’s first participation in such a project.
With a piano performance that begins with a beautiful melody, the lyrical and slightly weighty lyrics, and the sound that seems to embody them come together in a fantastical harmony, creating a dramatic mood.
Being a good girl hurtsYENA
It’s a song that speaks for that aching cry of the heart: “I’m tired of being the good one.” It’s the title track from solo artist YENA—who also shone as a member of IZ*ONE—released in July 2025, her first in about ten months, from the mini-album Blooming Wings.
The song portrays the fragility of a love where kindness toward the other ends up hurting yourself instead.
Its dramatic sound, adorned with lavish strings, is like midsummer fireworks.
The blend of a rocker vibe with pop tones is YENA’s signature charm.
The music video also features actor Lee Do-hyun, which is a highlight.
It’s a track that stays with you on nights when gentleness goes unrewarded and you’re feeling a little sentimental.
DittoNewJeans
With production by Min Hee-jin, NewJeans is a girl group that has earned strong support for its fresh, distinctive concept.
“Ditto,” pre-released from their first single “OMG,” is a track that feels nostalgic and tugs at the heart.
Member Minji took part in writing the lyrics.
It’s retro yet polished, with a soft, airy mood.
Alongside lyrics that seem to depict the passage of time and budding feelings of love, the school uniforms and visuals in the music video evoke an emotional layer that overlaps with memories of student life.
너에게 못했던 내 마지막 말은 (Unspoken Words)Davichi
This is a song I recommend for women struggling with the pain of heartbreak.
It’s heartrending and sad, but it brings to mind a woman doing her best to forget her ex and move forward, and it feels empowering.
After a breakup, even when you think, “There’s no way I can live without him,” all you can do is try.
And no matter how hard you try—even if you still want to say you love him—this is a support song for women who choose to move forward.
I just hope you can get over the heartbreak quickly, turn the past into fond memories, and find a new connection.
Fall In LoveGFRIEND
It’s a track from GFRIEND’s first full-length album and masterpiece, LoL.
It might not be one of GFRIEND’s most mainstream songs, but its happy mood and heart-fluttering melody are delightful.
I never believed in love at first sight, but I fell for someone and realized it’s real!—that’s the cute theme of the song.
It also portrays the gradual growth of a crush, and you can feel the excitement bubbling up.
It’s a heart-throbbing tune that makes you want to walk side by side with the person you like!
K-pop and Korean love songs: Love songs that capture the essence of Korean views on romance (91–100)
After MidnightASTRO
Astro, the male idol group whose name means “celestial body” or “star” in Spanish, included the romantic love song After Midnight—set against the theme of a summer night—on their 2021 album SWITCH ON.
The track features lively dance beats intertwined with beautiful strings and synths.
It’s K-pop packed with appeal, showcasing their rich choral work as they deliver a song that hints at a more mature relationship.
Why not spend your summer with its sultry phrases whispering words of love?
