K-pop unrequited love songs you’ll totally relate to! Tracks that won’t let the heartache and excitement stop
There are many artists with distinctive and captivating vocals in K-POP that really draw you in.
We’ve picked out one-sided love songs that perfectly fit those “heart-wrenching” and “fluttering” K-POP emotions!
Not only the bittersweet melodies and beautiful vocals, but also the relatable lyrics that make your heart race will pull you in emotionally.
Here are songs that let you deeply feel the ache of unrequited love and gently accompany you through a range of feelings.
May you find a song that fits your heart—and may your love come true.
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K-pop’s ultra-relatable unrequited love songs! Tracks that won’t stop the heartache and the flutter (91–100)
Count ItNAYEON
While portraying a bittersweet longing for love, this is a captivating love song brimming with hope for the future and self-assured charm.
Nayeon of TWICE shines with her bright, gentle vocals and lovable presence.
It captures the fluttering confusion and anticipation of a girl in love with exquisite balance, drawing you into its sweet, aching emotion.
Included on the album “Na,” released in June 2024, it marks a striking new chapter for her as a solo artist.
Combining a dynamic melody with a subtly lyrical atmosphere, this track is perfect for moments when you want to reaffirm your feelings of love or deepen your thoughts for someone special.
Its upbeat mood and refreshing rhythm feel comfortable and are sure to accompany you across many everyday moments.
He + She = WeAMPERS&ONE
It’s a love song that grabs the hearts of K-pop fans.
The phrase “The answer is you” is repeated, overflowing with single-minded feelings for the other person.
With a funky house beat and catchy rhythm, just listening to it naturally lifts your spirits.
It’s a track from the mini-album “One Question,” released in October 2024, with CNBLUE’s Jung Yong Hwa participating in the production.
A colorful music video has also been released, and just watching it will put you in a happy mood.
It’s perfect not only for those with a crush but also for couples to listen to together.
Here’s hoping your love comes true!
Me gustas tuGFRIEND
GFriend is a six-member idol group that ranks among the most popular Korean girl groups, even surpassing Girls’ Generation in the number of domestic No.
1 chart wins.
One of their hit songs, Me Gustas Tu, was released in 2015 and features a cute concept in which a girl with a crush musters up the courage to confess her feelings.
With a melody that evokes an earlier era of K-pop, it’s recommended for fans of early K-pop acts like KARA and Girls’ Generation.
Bashfulness(부끄럼)MeloMance
This song is filled with the sweet, bittersweet feeling of being in love.
Released by MeloMance in October 2015, it was included on the compilation album “bright #4.” The lyrics portray the flustered moment when your eyes meet the person you like, expressing inner emotional turmoil and the frustration of not being able to be bold.
Vocalist Kim Minseok’s delicate voice and pianist Jeong Donghwan’s gentle piano tone further bring out the aching heart of unrequited love.
The melody, like a herald of spring, is perfect for a quiet afternoon.
It’s a recommended track not only for those with a crush, but also for anyone who wants to remember what it feels like to be in love.
BoyfriendPOW
A bold track that remakes one of Avril Lavigne’s classics.
Released to the world in October 2024 as the title track of POW’s second EP.
While rooted in pop-punk, it also incorporates dance-pop elements, resulting in a fresh, striking sound.
Paired with an MV reminiscent of a coming-of-age film, it delivers a vibrant, youthful finish.
The song carries a message of taking the initiative with someone you like and openly expressing your feelings.
Energetic and full of playful spirit, it’s especially popular among teens—a track that feels like it’ll give a push to young people struggling with love.
Hello, My First LoveThe Wind
An acoustic number that gently wraps you in the flutter of first love.
Released from the 3rd mini-album “Hello: My First Love” in October 2024.
Through images of the blue sea and pouring sunlight, it portrays sweet yet bittersweet emotions.
The Wind’s youthful vocals are a perfect match for this song.
Combined with the refreshing melody, just listening to it warms the heart.
Filled with pure feelings, this piece is recommended for anyone who wants to rekindle memories of their first love.
Spell폴킴
This is a track from late-blooming singer-songwriter Paul Kim’s 2016 mini-album “Her.” He keeps saying “I love you” over and over, but there’s a gentle feeling of wanting to get to know someone little by little, to take time slowly, and it gives a glimpse of Paul Kim’s cute side.
Listening to it puts you in a calm mood.
It’s the kind of song you want to play when you’re feeling a bit lonely because you can’t see the person you like, or right before you meet them to settle your feelings.
