K-pop unrequited love songs you’ll totally relate to! Tracks that won’t let the heartache and excitement stop

BreatheMiss A

miss A “Breathe” M/V

Miss A, the idol group that featured Suzy—an iconic pioneer of the girl-crush concept and a nationally beloved star—released the 2010 track “Breathe,” a killer tune that evokes an electrifying romance.

It’s perfect for that instant, love-at-first-sight spark.

Breathless feelings of love… how thrilling.

The addictive melody seems to capture that looping, all-consuming sensation of falling for someone so hard that you can’t think about anything else.

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Man in LoveINFINITE

[M/V]INFINITE_Man In Love_(남자가 사랑할 때)

It’s a fresh and cute unrequited-love song that’s very boy-group-esque.

When a guy falls in love, he starts dressing up when he didn’t before, tries drinking coffee even though he’s not a fan, and spends his time imagining his crush sitting next to him—heart-fluttering stuff like that.

Unrequited love can be tough, but this song gives you a positive boost.

That womanBeku Chiyon

[MV] BAEK JI YOUNG(백지영)_The woman(그여자) (SECRET GARDEN DRAMA OST Part.1)

Baek Ji-young is a popular singer who debuted in 1999, known for her sexy allure.

With the song that became the theme for the drama “Secret Garden,” she also made her Japan debut in 2013, releasing a Japanese version.

The song is about a woman in unrequited love who waits, hoping, “Will he notice me someday?” She wants the person she likes to realize just how much she cares, but he doesn’t notice.

It’s a feeling many of us can relate to.

Missing You(그리워하다)BTOB

BTOB(비투비) – ‘그리워하다’ Official Music Video

BTOB is a seven-member idol group that debuted in 2012.

At this point, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call them veteran K-pop artists, would it? Their vocals, backed by years of experience, are steady and impressive, and their dance skills are top-notch.

On top of that, their looks are among the best in the K-pop scene.

Their classic song Missing You (그리워하다) portrays the frustrating feelings of a man with a one-sided crush who just can’t take that first step forward.

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Sweet ChaosDAY6

DAY6 “Sweet Chaos” M/V

DAY6 is a K-pop idol group under JYP Entertainment.

Not only do they have great looks, but their musicality is also highly praised, making them one of the most talked-about groups right now.

They’re not a dance-vocal group but a band, so you won’t see much dancing; instead, you can enjoy their impressive performance skills—that’s one of the big selling points of DAY6.

Their song “Sweet Chaos” is one of their classics, a poignant track that portrays the bittersweet feeling of watching someone you love change your life.

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Ma BoySISTAR19

SISTAR19(씨스타19) – Ma Boy Music Video

This song by SISTAR’s subunit, featuring vocalist Hyolyn and rapper Bora, expresses the feelings of a woman waiting for the man she loves.

Because he rarely shows his feelings, her long unrequited love grows more and more painful, capturing her heartbreaking emotions.

A Sleepless NightCNBLUE

CNBLUE (씨엔블루) ‘그리운건 그대일까 그때일까 (A Sleepless Night)’ MV

A CNBLUE track that sings of a bittersweet love so intense it keeps you up at night.

Serving as the lead track from their first mini-album in three years, X, it strikingly blends rock and ballad elements.

Released in October 2024, it also drew attention with its MV teaser featuring a memorable scene of breaking through glass.

With an uptempo beat and resonant electric guitar, the song centers on themes of romantic loss and poignant emotions tied to memories.

It’s a recommended listen for those nursing heartbreak or wanting to linger in the past.