K-pop and Korean love songs: Love songs that really capture the Korean view of romance

Almond ChocolateILLIT

ILLIT (아일릿) ‘Almond Chocolate’ Special Film

An original Japanese song by the popular girl group ILLIT that portrays a bittersweet love, woven from sweetness and bitterness.

Written as the theme song for the film “I Won’t Fall in Love Just for a Pretty Face,” the track is produced by SEKAI NO OWARI’s Nakajin and Pdogg, known for his work with BTS.

It skillfully captures single-minded devotion to one’s idol, along with the joy and inner conflict their presence brings, and—paired with a light, pop melody—expresses a sweet yet bittersweet youth.

Released in February 2025, this gem of a love song likens the multifaceted charm of one’s bias and the sweet-and-bitter nature of romance to almond chocolate.

Perfect for the Valentine’s season, it’s a down-to-earth depiction of a girl’s feelings in love and a recommended track for anyone who relates to “oshi-katsu.”

시든 꽃에 물을 주듯(The Lonely Bloom Stands Alone)HYNN(박혜원)

[MV] HYNN(박혜원) _ The Lonely Bloom Stands Alone(시든 꽃에 물을 주듯)

An adult love ballad about the end of a romance.

HYNN is a female vocalist, but her voice is expansive and powerful, reminiscent of Korean male singers.

From the opening to the chorus, the rhythm and melody portray the feeling of love withering and fading like a flower.

If you’re heartbroken, it will hit you hard and bring you to tears; even if you’re not, it draws you into an emotional world.

Recommended for those who like Korean female singers with powerful voices and a strong command of both high and low registers.

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Thank you for Goodbye（헤어져줘서 고마워 ）BEN

[MAJOR9/벤] 벤(BEN) ‘헤어져줘서 고마워(Thank you for Goodbye)’ 190705 절대 음원 강자 특집

This is a song whose title, “Thank You for Breaking Up with Me,” has an undeniably powerful impact.

A line like that is dramatic, but it’s also something you’d never want to hear even once in your life.

Whether such an impactful phrase is sincere or just part of the complex push and pull between men and women is the question.

The couple in this song is facing a breakup crisis.

It’s a heartbreakingly imaginable situation: even while dating, something feels unfulfilled, and one person has lost the reason to stay together.

Ben’s heartrending vocals hit you right in the heart.

My Ultimate First Love10cm

[MV] 10CM / 십센치 – 부동의 첫사랑 (My Ultimate First Love)

A love song released in May 2023 by Kwon Jeong-yeol of 10cm, a popular figure in Korean pop music.

With lyrics about first love, it brings back those fresh, innocent feelings.

You can’t help but relate to the pure urge to do something for the one you like and to give it your all, and the richness of that affection will make your heart flutter.

It’s a cute track that can be enjoyed from either a male or female perspective.

Its refreshing acoustic sound makes it easy to listen to and suitable for any occasion.

It also carries the impression of old memories suddenly giving you strength, and I think it will give courage in both romantic moments and everyday life.

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Still Love YouTHE BOYZ

더보이즈 (THE BOYZ) ‘Still Love You’ Special Clip

This is the title track of a special single released to mark the 8th anniversary of their debut.

THE BOYZ, often called “performance craftsmen,” reveal a new side with a warm, guitar-centered band sound.

Though they’re strongly associated with a pop dance style, this piece pushes a modern rock texture to the forefront, with a lyrical melody that truly resonates.

The lyrics, which depict a relationship where simply being there for each other brings comfort even in moments of anxiety, are striking.

While it’s an anniversary song filled with gratitude for their fans, it also carries a universal quality that gently accompanies each listener’s everyday life.

2025 was a year in which they released the full-length album “Unexpected” and the mini album “a;effect,” and successfully completed a world tour.

It’s a fitting wrap-up to the year—a song you’ll want to hear on a winter night.

Give it a listen when spending time with someone important or when you want to affirm yourself.

For YouBTOB

비투비 (BTOB) – For You (신데렐라와 네 명의 기사 OST) [Music Video]

The OST from the Korean drama “Cinderella and Four Knights.” It’s a poignant love pop song by the popular group BTOB.

The lyrics, which delve a bit deep, portray an intense, serious romantic feeling.

The man in this song has never experienced a love so powerful it could change his life and make him tremble.

The moment he meets the woman of his destiny, he feels as if everything is turned upside down.

The love sung about here is very passionate and intense.

It’s a great track to listen to when you want to boldly make a move on someone you like—it’ll give you a boost of energy.

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Sixth SenseKISS OF LIFE

Sixth Sense

This track from KISS OF LIFE is an uplifting love song, marked by a comfortable melody and a catchy chorus.

It radiates a romantic mood, sparkling with the excitement of a new world opening up and a special feeling for someone.

The youthful, positive lyrics will give a boost to everyone swept up in love.

Released in May 2024, this song is a top-tier dance number brimming with refreshing exhilaration.

It fits a variety of scenes, so be sure to give it a listen.