A poignant, heart-touching K-pop song. A bittersweet track that resonates with many different emotions.
There are many Korean songs and K-pop tracks that stay close to those bittersweet feelings.
Whether it’s a gently sung melody or a delivery rich with emotion, they draw you deeper into the world of the song.
There are also many ballads that truly tighten your chest and make your heart ache as you listen.
Not just “sadness,” but nostalgia, memories of days that won’t return, and a tender kind of poignancy—here are some ‘setsuna’ songs that capture a range of emotions.
Please listen while reflecting on your own circumstances.
Playlist
| A poignant, heart-touching K-pop song. A bittersweet track that resonates with many different emotions. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | SceneryV |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad by V (BTS), a poignant landscape of love |
| 2 | Sweet NightV |  play_arrow | Itaewon Class OST, a beautiful song composed by Taehyung |
| 3 | Haru HaruBIGBANG |  play_arrow | A masterpiece marked by an emotional piano melody |
| 4 | Stay With Me찬열, 펀치 (CHANYEOL, PUNCH) |  play_arrow | A beautiful, heartrending masterpiece from the Goblin OST |
| 5 | Through the NightIU |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song delivered by IU’s gentle singing voice |
| 6 | How can I love the heartbreak, you`re the one I loveAKMU (Akdong Musician) |  play_arrow | AKMU’s poignant song of farewell and love |
| 7 | Where Are We NowMAMAMOO |  play_arrow | MAMAMOO's moving and beautiful ballad song |
| 8 | Don’t Go, Don’t Go (가지마, 가지마)Brown Eyes |  play_arrow | A wistful love song by Brown Eyes |
| 9 | twinJENNIE |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that sings of Jenny's friendship |
| 10 | 달 (Moon)AKMU (Akdong Musician) |  play_arrow | Layers of love for the moon, a beautifully heartrending lyrical scene |
| 11 | Expiration dateSEVENTEEN |  play_arrow | SEVENTEEN’s new song moves hearts as the theme for NHK’s late-night drama |
| 12 | 왜왜왜 (Why Why Why)iKON |  play_arrow | A moving song that depicts the sadness and helplessness of heartbreak |
| 13 | BlueBIGBANG |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the end of youth and the heartache of a broken love |
| 14 | 그리워서 (Because I miss you)Jeon Yonghwa (Jon Yonfa) |  play_arrow | Yonghwa’s ballad “Longing for You” expresses a heartrending love. |
| 15 | You, Clouds, RainHeize Feat. Shin Yong Jae |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song about someone you can’t forget even after breaking up |
| 16 | 헤픈엔딩(HAPPEN ENDING)Epik High |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the weight of love |
| 17 | EpisodeLEE MU JIN |  play_arrow | A poignant winter love song echoing on a snowy night |
| 18 | Hate YouJung Kook |  play_arrow | Jungkook’s solo song “Hate You” is moving. |
| 19 | I miss you (I want to see you)Kim Bum-soo |  play_arrow | “Stairway to Heaven” OST, a heartrending classic |
| 20 | It Was Love (It Was Love / It Was Love) Song by TAEILBlock B |  play_arrow | A bittersweet, beautiful Block B masterpiece that conveys feelings of love |
| 21 | BlueDxS (SEVENTEEN) |  play_arrow | A song by SEVENTEEN’s vocal unit that depicts a mismatch in emotions |
| 22 | Fallin’ Light (Angel’s Ladder)GFRIEND |  play_arrow | GFRIEND's signature song, a lyrical and captivating track |
| 23 | I And You(나 그리고 너)imushiwan (imu shiwan) |  play_arrow | Im Si-wan's moving ballad song |
| 24 | Secret SecretStray Kids |  play_arrow | A quiet and delicate masterpiece by Stray Kids |
| 25 | SHENIEL |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song about heartbreak with a 70s-style melody |
| 26 | Cry For LoveBAEKHYUN |  play_arrow | Baekhyun’s song that sings of the ache of love |
| 27 | Listen to this songKassy |  play_arrow | A heartwarming healing song |
| 28 | Here I Am AgainYerin Baek |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song that crosses borders, a resolve that moves the heart |
| 29 | 봄날, 벚꽃 그리고 너Epitone project |  play_arrow | A beautiful ballad that depicts a spring scene and the poignancy of heartbreak |
| 30 | Perfect CrimeFIFTY FIFTY |  play_arrow | An 80s-style, wistful R&B that seeps into the heart |
| 31 | Song request(신청곡) (Feat. SUGA of BTS)LeeSoRa(이소라) |  play_arrow | A song that entrusts a bittersweet wish to the DJ on a sad night |
| 32 | Right In Front Of youK.will |  play_arrow | A heart-wrenching K.Will OST song |
| 33 | I Don’t Love YouUrban Zakapa |  play_arrow | R&B: “I Don’t Love You” — a heartrending emotion |
| 34 | 죽을만큼 아파서(feat. 멜로우)MC Mong |  play_arrow | MC Mong’s bittersweet love song, rich in emotion |
| 35 | After You’ve GoneM.C The Max |  play_arrow | A poignant K-pop ballad sung by ISU |
| 36 | DittoNewJeans |  play_arrow | The hit song “Ditto” by the K-pop girl group |
| 37 | DaisyPENTAGON |  play_arrow | A song depicting the conflict between pain and love in ITZY’s “SWIPE.” |
| 38 | Never let you go(죽어도 못보내)2AM |  play_arrow | A heartrending feeling of not being able to let go of the one you love |
| 39 | The First LoveMinseo |  play_arrow | A debut singer’s song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of first love |
| 40 | empty(허전해)Paul Kim(폴킴) |  play_arrow | K-pop ballad, a song of a heart waiting for the light |
| 41 | Sleepless NightCrush |  play_arrow | It's Okay, That's Love theme song, Night of Heartbreak |
| 42 | Good NightJeong Sewoon |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song that recalls a finished romance |
| 43 | The Happiest GirlBLACKPINK |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by BLACKPINK that portrays a sad love story |
| 44 | INCEPTIONATEEZ |  play_arrow | A poignant song that depicts a fantastical love from the eighties |
| 45 | The Moment My HeartBoramiyu |  play_arrow | Popular YouTuber Boramiyu covers a winter ballad |
| 46 | Don’t Forget(Feat. 로코베리)HENRY(헨리) |  play_arrow | A bittersweet ballad that sings of the pain of parting |
| 47 | GoodbyeEun Gaeun |  play_arrow | An emotional ballad that sings of memories of love |
| 48 | It’s alright This is LoveDavichi |  play_arrow | Davichi’s song that depicts the poignancy of love |
| 49 | LOVEDRUNKEpik High, Crush |  play_arrow | A poignant song that soothes the pain of heartbreak with alcohol |
| 50 | GraduationBroccoli, You Too? |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by a Korean band that portrays the anxieties and hopes of graduation |
| 51 | FootstepsCATCH THE YOUNG |  play_arrow | A classic remade by a youthful pop-rock band |
| 52 | 365 DaysLEE CHANGSUB |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by BTOB’s Lee Changsub |
| 53 | Living like a dream (살아도 꿈인 것처럼)Kim Jae Joong (Jejun) |  play_arrow | Jaejoong sings about the sorrow of a broken heart |
| 54 | F.F.L.YMIYEON |  play_arrow | Miyon's heartfelt song depicting the end of love |
| 55 | If It Were MeNa Yoon Kwon & D.O. |  play_arrow | Moved by the collaboration on the famous ballad “Addiction.” |
| 56 | The night we parted (헤어지던 밤)MIND U(kyūshō Acourve) |  play_arrow | A wistful song of parting, a melody that resonates with the heart |
| 57 | …사랑했잖아…Lyn |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song about the changes of love |
| 58 | Star (prod. LOGOS)Hwasa |  play_arrow | Hwasa’s new song, a song of loneliness and hope |
| 59 | 헤어지자 말해요(Let’s Say Goodbye)박재정(Parc Jae Jung) |  play_arrow | The poignant love song of ballad singer Park Jae-jung |
| 60 | I NEED UENHYPEN |  play_arrow | ENHYPEN’s heartfelt cover of a BTS classic |
| 61 | Call Me BackNomad |  play_arrow | NOMAD's heartrending breakup song, a track that resonates with the heart. |
| 62 | 느리게 오는 겨울Seoyul |  play_arrow | Soyeoul’s wistful piano ballad |
| 63 | We KnowYang Da Il & Jung key |  play_arrow | Expressing the end of love and complex emotions |
| 64 | 염라(Karma)달의하루(Dareharu) |  play_arrow | Poignant lyrics and soothing melodies from internet-born artists |
| 65 | Who지민 (Jimin) |  play_arrow | Jimin’s masterpiece that sings of a heartrending love |
| 66 | It seems it was you.IVY |  play_arrow | The OST of the movie “The Incarnation of Money,” sung by IVY |
| 67 | Say My NameMIYEON |  play_arrow | A pop ballad that captures the afterglow of a breakup, resonating with the heart |
| 68 | It’s Strange, With YouAcoustic Collabo |  play_arrow | A beautiful classic that portrays the poignancy of love |
| 69 | HurtAli |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that portrays the pain of the heart |
| 70 | FAKE LOVEBTS |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song about struggling with love and facing oneself |
| 71 | I hate youJung In |  play_arrow | When love is too great, it turns into hatred. |
| 72 | Ruin My LifeBOYNEXTDOOR |  play_arrow | BOYNEXTDOOR, a bittersweet love song about a breakup |
| 73 | BabyBE’O, Paul Blanco |  play_arrow | A heartbreak collaboration song by Bio and Paul Blanco |
| 74 | Please StayBTOB |  play_arrow | BTOB sings about the feelings of a bittersweet reunion |
| 75 | Time and TraceHa Hyun Sang |  play_arrow | A gentle singing voice that heals a weary heart |
| 76 | Thank YouHyunJin |  play_arrow | Hyunjin breakup gratitude R&B healing |
| 77 | Night ReminiscinLUNA |  play_arrow | Moved by f(x) Luna’s duet song |
| 78 | On My YouthWayV |  play_arrow | WayV’s wistful dance track “On My Youth” |
| 79 | Even for a momentSon Shigyon, Naul |  play_arrow | Ballad song co-starring Sung Si-kyung and Naul |
| 80 | 365 daysGreen |  play_arrow | Ari, a powerhouse singer with a husky voice |
| 81 | You are My EverythingGUMMY |  play_arrow | Komisan “Descendants of the Sun” emotional ballad |
| 82 | To HeavenHuh Gak(허각) |  play_arrow | Huh Gak remakes a classic song. |
| 83 | The Day was BeautifulKassy |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of heartbreak |
| 84 | Bye Bye ByeMonday Kiz |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that sings of the pain of parting |
| 85 | Night before the endXdinary Heroes |  play_arrow | A heartrending breakup rock ballad, full of emotion |
| 86 | Farewell Once AgainLEE CHANGSUB |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that sings of the pain of lost love |
| 87 | The Day After YouCHEEZE |  play_arrow | Introduction to Cheese's heartbroken songs |
| 88 | Evening skyAilee |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of love’s difficulties and deep feelings |
| 89 | Paint this loveJUN. K |  play_arrow | A song that wraps wounds of the heart in love and sings of hope |
| 90 | The Little PrinceSEO EUNKWANG |  play_arrow | A tear-jerking ballad—Eunkwang’s cover is a moving masterpiece. |
| 91 | NocturneI Unmi |  play_arrow | Lee Eun-mi’s poignant classic “Nocturne” |
| 92 | now, at this pointKimu Donryuru |  play_arrow | Regretting a past love with a heartrending singing voice |
| 93 | Because I Love YouKang Minkyung |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment |
| 94 | Meteor(유성)RooRee(루리) |  play_arrow | A bittersweet long-distance love song with a shooting star motif |
| 95 | Like rain and musicKimu Hyonshiku |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of love and the bittersweet feelings of music |
| 96 | Destiny (2025)Monday Kiz, Lee Yi Kyung |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by Monday Kiz and Lee Yi-kyung |
| 97 | Farewell TaxiKimu Yonuu |  play_arrow | Kim Yeon-woo’s classic song “Breakup Taxi” |
| 98 | The Trace Left After Love Passed BySEVENTEEN |  play_arrow | SEVENTEEN’s TV drama theme song depicts the lingering afterglow of love |
| 99 | Don’t be the love that goes byMonday Kiz |  play_arrow | Monday Kiz's new ballad song |
| 100 | Because I am StupidX-UNIT |  play_arrow | A poignant R&B ballad that sings of the regrets of love |
| 101 | AgainShin Ye-Youn |  play_arrow | A song by Shin Yeyoung that resonates with the heart, singing of past love. |
| 102 | FINE (feat. 옌자민)OoOo |  play_arrow | Onet’s love song depicts urban loneliness. |
| 103 | A little bit moreJINHO (PENTAGON), Rothy |  play_arrow | Introduction to a ballad song from a drama OST |
| 104 | It’s You (Duet With IU)SUNG SI KYUNG (Son Shigyon) |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad duet by Sung Si-kyung and IU |
| 105 | Camellia시온(ONEUS) |  play_arrow | A solo song that depicts Shion’s heartrending love |
| 106 | Endless EndingBEAST (HIGHLIGHT) |  play_arrow | HIGHLIGHT releases an emotional ballad |
| 107 | Yesterday You Left Me10cm |  play_arrow | Sip Sentchi’s Breakup Song |
| 108 | SIRENAB6IX |  play_arrow | Introduction to AB6IX's Love Songs |
| 109 | On rainy daysBEAST |  play_arrow | Activities of the K-pop idol group BEAST |
| 110 | IF YOUBIGBANG |  play_arrow | BIGBANG’s heartbreak song: regret and a wish to reunite |
| 111 | Fix make-upCha ga eul |  play_arrow | A heartrending breakup song, a masterpiece that stirs the emotions |
| 112 | Home Is Far AwayEpik High |  play_arrow | Epik High’s emotional tracks reflect the changes of the times. |
| 113 | Screen Time ft. Hoshi of SEVENTEENEpik High |  play_arrow | A poignant EPIK HIGH track that portrays the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment |
| 114 | You Don’t Know My FeelingsFTISLAND |  play_arrow | FTISLAND’s heartrending breakup song |
| 115 | FizzledHyolyn |  play_arrow | Hyorin, former member of SISTAR, releases breakup song “Fizzled” |
| 116 | Stranger (feat. 10CM)Heize |  play_arrow | A duet of breakup songs sung by Hayes |
| 117 | Lonely NightJUJU SECRET |  play_arrow | JUJU SECRET's debut song, singing about the struggle with an ex-lover |
| 118 | No Sad Song For My Broken HeartK.will |  play_arrow | K.will’s heartbreak ballad, a poignant song of love |
| 119 | Remember MeKYUHYUN |  play_arrow | Kyuhyun’s heartrending love song and the feelings of a farewell |
| 120 | On the street (Feat. ASH ISLAND)Leellamarz |  play_arrow | Rila Marz's Heartbreak Rap Number |
| 121 | ERASE MEONEUS |  play_arrow | Bittersweet emo pop to listen to when you want to forget |
| 122 | Broke up today(오늘 헤어졌어요) (Feat. TANAKA)Onestar(임한별) |  play_arrow | Lim Han-byul sings of the sorrow of parting |
| 123 | LONELYSISTAR |  play_arrow | SISTAR’s moving farewell that sings of the pain of heartbreak. |
| 124 | In My DreamSUPER JUNIOR |  play_arrow | SUPER JUNIOR’s heartbreak ballad song |
| 125 | Go for a Walk(산책)Sung Si Kyung(성시경) |  play_arrow | Ballad remake song by a singer |
| 126 | THIS AIN’T ITTAEYANG |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the regret and heartache after a breakup |
| 127 | Stay In That SeasonThe Stray |  play_arrow | Poignant music that makes time in your heart stand still |
| 128 | Sadder Than YesterdayWoody |  play_arrow | A rearranged song that delicately portrays the sorrow of parting |
| 129 | Who are you?Yoon Jisung |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 130 | UNLOVE (prod. HONNE)Zion.T |  play_arrow | Zion.T “UNLOVE” Depicting Heartbreak and Love |
| 131 | 0405 (Four Five)dori |  play_arrow | Dori’s R&B, a bittersweet song for a special date |
| 132 | APOLOGYiKON |  play_arrow | iKON’s heartbreak song, a tale of lovers growing apart |
| 133 | 소주 한 잔imu chanjon |  play_arrow | Im Chang-jung’s classic love ballad |
| 134 | Curtain Callchangun soku |  play_arrow | A ballad song that resonates in Jang Keun-suk’s heart |
| 135 | Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki |  play_arrow | Lyrics and expressive techniques of TVXQ’s signature songs |
| 136 | Miss You방예담(BANG YEDAM) |  play_arrow | Bang Yedam’s piano ballad breakup song |
| 137 | Spring Snow10cm |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song like spring snow |
| 138 | AnymoreACE |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that portrays the bittersweet end of a romance |
| 139 | Winter Blossom (feat. Kotaro Oshio)APOKI |  play_arrow | Apoki and Oshio’s collaborative winter story |
| 140 | DoorAria (tripleS) |  play_arrow | A rainy ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the hope of reunion |
| 141 | EmptyCHEN |  play_arrow | Chen's heartfelt song that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 142 | LTNSDK(iKON) |  play_arrow | A love song that portrays a reunion after a long time |
| 143 | Flirting XDKB |  play_arrow | DKB’s powerful love song with rock elements |
| 144 | notice of separationGyeongseo(경서)(GyeongseoYeji(경서예지)) |  play_arrow | A bittersweet farewell ballad, a voice that resonates with the heart |
| 145 | Hold Me BackHeize |  play_arrow | Drama OST, Heize’s heart-touching ballad |
| 146 | It’s Love(사랑인걸)Huh Gak(허각) |  play_arrow | A poignant Ho-gak song about the pain of heartbreak that resonates with the heart |
| 147 | GlassHwayobi |  play_arrow | Miss Ripley OST, Hwayobi’s classic song |
| 148 | FloweringLucy |  play_arrow | Overcoming loneliness, singing the hopes of spring |
| 149 | I hopeLEE MU JIN |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that sings of the wish to reunite |
| 150 | ColorsNCT 127 |  play_arrow | A poignant song by NCT 127 that explores the depths of love |
| 151 | 이별하러 가는 길NIEL |  play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad that sings of the pain of a broken heart |
| 152 | It Was LoveOnestar(임한별) |  play_arrow | A Korean ballad that portrays a heartrending love |
| 153 | All I DoRoy Kim |  play_arrow | A Korean song that sings about the pure feelings of heartbreak |
| 154 | With a smileShin Ye Young |  play_arrow | Shin Yeyeon’s moving and heartrending heartbreak ballad |
| 155 | GoodbyeSoYeon(LABOUM) |  play_arrow | A ballad that resonates in Soyeon’s heart, a masterpiece that weaves emotions |
| 156 | Counting DaysUrban Zakapa |  play_arrow | A heartrending ballad that portrays the pain of a broken heart |
| 157 | 봄을 그리다 (One Spring Day)Urban Zakapa |  play_arrow | Heartwarming music depicting the arrival of spring |
| 158 | Pinky PromiseWoody |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad of pinky promises, a wish for reunion |
| 159 | Bye bye my blueYerin Baek |  play_arrow | A love song of wistful piano and delicate vocals |
| 160 | Ashes (feat. Ai Tomioka)Zior Park |  play_arrow | A heartrending love story, a song that stirs the heart |
| 161 | I WillHa Dong Qn |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad of heartbreak that resonates with the soul |
| 162 | Watch memories(꺼내본다)Kimu Nayong |  play_arrow | A heartrending song that sings of the pain of heartbreak and memories |
| 163 | Lonely NightYun Doojun (Yun Doojun from HIGHLIGHT) |  play_arrow | A wistful, lonely solo song—one that resonates with the heart. |
| 164 | 나만 아픈 일 (Heartache)i he-ri (i he-ri) |  play_arrow | A ballad song in which Lee Hae-ri sings the pain of parting. |
| 165 | Pray임한별, 에스페로 |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of high school baseball players’ hopes and hard work |
| 166 | 바람 (Wind)Jeon Seunghwan (Chon Sunfuan) |  play_arrow | A heartrending love story in the OST of Moon Lovers |
| 167 | Love Is You From “Arang and the Magistrate”K.will |  | A heartrending love song, K.Will’s moving OST |
| 168 | STAYBLACKPINK |  play_arrow | BLACKPINK’s bittersweet yet pop ballad |
| 169 | LetterBaek A |  play_arrow | Expressing the poignancy of love through retro folk |
| 170 | Cry AgainDavichi |  play_arrow | A Korean ballad that depicts the pain of parting |
| 171 | herGOT7 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad themed around GOT7’s farewell |
| 172 | 7Years Of LoveKYUHYUN |  play_arrow | A love song about the turmoil of hearing that an ex has gotten married |
| 173 | Yooou (Feat. BIG Naughty)PARK HYEON JIN, BIG Naughty |  play_arrow | A timeless song whose soothing vocals calm the heart. |
| 174 | 너의 도시(Your City)정용화 (JUNG YONG HWA) |  play_arrow | A rock number themed around Jung Yong-hwa’s heartbreak |
| 175 | Cold Rain4minute |  play_arrow | 4MINUTE’s heartbreak ballad, a poignant world of rain |
| 176 | PoolADOY |  play_arrow | The moving song by the synth-pop band ADOY |
| 177 | A Walk To Goodbye(이별을 걷다)CHIYEUL HWANG(황치열) |  play_arrow | A touching K-pop ballad themed around heartbreak |
| 178 | IWALYI-LAND2 : N/a |  play_arrow | A sweet heartbreak ballad resonates with the heart. |
| 179 | Autumn SleevesKYUHYUN (Kyuhyon) |  play_arrow | Kyuhyun’s song of bittersweet autumn memories |
| 180 | My DestinyLyn |  play_arrow | A heartbreaking love song from My Love from the Star |
| 181 | LoveSeeYa |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song about a sorrowful farewell |
| 182 | no wonderSung Si-Kyunj |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that resonates in the heart by Sung Si-kyung |
| 183 | Spring Breeze(봄바람) (Feat. Naul(나얼) of Brown Eyed Soul)이문세 |  play_arrow | A gentle Korean classic like a spring breeze |
| 184 | The Lonely Bloom Stands AloneHYNN |  play_arrow | The debut song expresses a bittersweet love. |
| 185 | Forget YouSejin |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak |
| 186 | 잊지 말아요Beku Chiyon |  play_arrow | The theme song of the film “IRIS,” a renowned ballad that portrays emotion |
| 187 | Wild flowersPark Hyo Shin |  play_arrow | Park Hyo-shin’s heart-wrenching ballad masterpiece |