A poignant, heart-touching K-pop song. A bittersweet track that resonates with many different emotions.

NocturneI Unmi

Nocturn (녹턴)

Lee Eun-mi’s “Nocturne” is a song I highly recommend if you’re looking for something heartrending.

Beginning with a sorrowful yet beautiful piano melody, “Nocturne” is a masterpiece best savored alone.

Lee Eun-mi’s husky voice resonates deep in the heart.

AgainShin Ye-Youn

Again (Again)

Singer Shin Yeyoung, known for her emotionally rich ballads, draws attention once again.

Released in May 2025, this song is a moving piece that sings of regret over a past romance and the hope of a reunion.

Its simple yet beautiful arrangement of piano and strings highlights her deep, expressive vocals.

Since her debut in November 2019, she has been active on numerous drama OSTs and has proven her talent with strong results on Korean charts.

This work feels like a gentle companion for moments of uncertainty in love or for quiet, solitary nights.

FINE (feat. 옌자민)OoOo

FINE (feat. 옌자민)

Onet, a rising star in South Korea’s R&B and indie scene, has been attracting attention.

Since her solo debut in 2020, she has continued to pursue a unique musical identity.

This track from the album “CITYMARE CITYZONE” is a sophisticated love song woven from mellow beats and delicate melodic lines.

Through her soulful vocals and a collaboration with rapper Yangjamin, it beautifully captures a sense of urban loneliness and sentimental romance.

The lingering feelings toward a former lover and the impulse to reach out again seep into the heart with a languid, ennui-tinged atmosphere.

Since its release in February 2022, it has captivated listeners with a worldview as beautiful and ephemeral as a city nightscape.

It’s a perfect song for those carrying the pain of heartbreak or for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in music on a quiet night.

Because I Love YouKang Minkyung

강민경 (KANG MIN KYUNG) – 사랑해서 그래 (Because I Love You) MV

It’s a heartbreak song that leaves a very refined impression.

The theme is heavy: loving someone so much that you end up restraining them.

You can feel lingering attachment to the other person, too.

The one singing, “I can’t forget you—what should I do?” is Kang Min-kyung of the Korean female duo Davichi.

She’s said to have poured her own experiences into the song.

The Japanese title is “Because I Love You, Yes.”

Meteor(유성)RooRee(루리)

[MV] RooRee(루리) _ Meteor(유성)

“Meteo” means a shooting star.

It’s an uncommon love song that uses the Milky Way and the like as motifs, with long-distance love as its theme.

“Protect me forever with an unchanging love”—it’s a lovely phrase from a song that captures the pure heart of a maiden.

The singer is RooRee, a young artist steadily gaining popularity, whose clear, translucent voice is irresistibly captivating.

Like rain and musicKimu Hyonshiku

Kim Hyun-sik – Like Music, Like Rain (1986)

Released in 1986, Kim Hyun-sik’s “Like Rain and Music” is a poignant masterpiece that continues to be loved by many even today.

The feeling of cherishing someone is timeless, isn’t it? Its soothing sound makes it an addictive track.

A little bit moreJINHO (PENTAGON), Rothy

[MV] JINHO(진호) (PENTAGON(펜타곤)), Rothy(로시) _ A little bit more(조금만 더) (김비서가 왜 그럴까 OST Part.4)

This magnificent ballad, elegantly woven with piano and strings, was released in June 2018 as part of the OST for the drama “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim.” Jinho, the main vocalist of PENTAGON, delivers powerful high notes that blend beautifully with solo singer Rothy’s crystalline voice, delicately portraying the subtle emotions of two people newly in love.

The song was used in some of the drama’s most memorable scenes, gently narrating the protagonists’ inner feelings and resonating with many viewers.

It’s perfect not only for those harboring bittersweet feelings of love, but also as background music for cherished moments with someone special.