About the Song
“How Can I Love You” is a deeply emotional ballad sung by XIA (Junsu), released in 2016 as part of the Descendants of the Sun OST under Music&New. Written and composed by Rocoberry, the song captures the fragile moment of loving someone while feeling unworthy, hesitant, and afraid of causing pain, expressing a quiet desperation and pure vulnerability that slowly builds into an overwhelming confession. Junsu’s signature soaring high notes and delicate vibrato give the track an aching sincerity, turning each line into an emotional release, and its swelling melody mirrors the drama’s most intense romantic moments, making “How Can I Love You” one of the most unforgettable and beloved ballads from the series.
[FULL LYRICS – ROMANIZATION & ENGLISH ONLY]
The song expresses a love that feels overwhelming and fragile at the same time. The narrator wonders how to love someone properly — how to reach them, how to stand beside them, and how to express emotions that feel too big for words. It is a confession filled with uncertainty and yearning, capturing the fear of hurting someone while desperately wanting to love them with everything they have.
