Korean songs are the work of outstanding songwriters, composers, and vocalists whose soothing soundtracks have the capacity to heal a wide range of listeners. These OSTs are anticipated by K-drama fans since they are frequently sung by their favourite soloists or K-Pop idols and have a special meaning to the respective K-drama. The list includes a wide range of songs that K-drama fans have enjoyed throughout the years. The tunes on the list were chosen based on when they were released.
1. Stand By Me – SHINee
Stand By Me, a legendary OST, can only bring back memories of Gu Jun Pyo (Lee Min-ho) and his F4 comrades, as well as the charming Geum Jan Di (Ku Hye Sun). Although practically all of the Boys Over Flowers songs became great hits as a result of the drama's tremendous success, this one, recorded by famed K-Pop boy group SHINee, stands out for conveying the drama's lighter tones.
2. Hyehwadong - Park Boram
Reply 1988 and Hyehwadong are inextricably linked. It only takes a few beats of the music to sense the nostalgia that Reply 1988 evokes. Because the song and the drama are so intimately linked, it's difficult not to connect the two. The music has a soothing tone to it.
3. Stay With Me - Chanyeol & Punch
One of the most well-known OSTs of all time. The music from Stay With Me, which features Chanyeol and Punch, is the first K-drama OST MV to surpass 300M views on YouTube. It's a beautiful song, with both of their vocals blending to create a soothing jewel. This song has a suspenseful and emotional tone that nicely suits the plot of Drama Goblin, as the lyrics demonstrate. Punch's soothing voice and high notes open the song, followed by Chanyeol's rap with his deep voice, with both of their vocals complementing each other quite well.
4. This love – Davichi
As the sorrow of This Love proves, the vocal duet Davichi can't go wrong when it comes to gripping ballads. The back-and-forth dialogue duet between Davichi serves as a stand-in for the unspoken words of star-crossed lovers Jin Goo and Kim Ji Won, as stated in the lyrics. Subtle piano chords play an important role in This Love before building up to a power ballad that serves as a basis for all of the drama's most emotionally charged passages via strings.
5. Everytime - Chen & Punch
The peppy quality of the song, Everytime, had many listeners enthralled. Chen and Punch perform a powerful duet that captures the fluttering feelings of falling in love. Punch's lines are first, and then Chen's voice harmonises with them.
6. For You - Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin
According to EXO-CBX, they sang in the original soundtrack for Baekhyun's role in the popular Korean drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Hearts Ryeo. This piece is a tune that perfectly fits the plot of the programme, and ChenBaeXi's voice was superb throughout. As a result, EXO-official CBX's declaration that the group had become an official sub-unit of EXO was aided by this Korean song.
7. All About You – Taeyeon
Taeyeon's OST for the 2019 drama Hotel Del Luna, starring IU and Yeo Jin Goo, is titled All About You. The touching song, which is almost poetic in nature, is about being in love and the experiences one enjoys with one's partner. The fact that Taeyeon's voice was heard on Hotel del Luna's Star IU only adds to the anticipation.
8. Sweet Night – V
V (Kim Tae-hyung), a member of the BTS global boy band, had his debut Korean OST in the Korean drama Itaewon class in 2020. V, the Korean singer behind Scenery and Winter Bear, co-wrote and produced this indie-pop smash. With acoustic guitar in the background, V's humming, and melodic whistling at the end, it's a lovely comfort tune.
9. Running – Gaho
Gaho is now considered as one of the industry's best singers and composers. The Korean song is an excellent match for the heroes and their incredible adventure to start their own company. It's a fantastic track that comes highly recommended. The lyrics of the K-drama Running were composed to accompany people on their trip, and Gaho's powerful voice pushes them to work hard.
10. Christmas Tree – V
Christmas Tree is a great song that features BTS V's delicate and angelic vocals over a calming acoustic guitar tune. This Korean drama's OST continues to break records. Because this song is in English, many worldwide fans have embraced it even more. It's BTS V's second Korean OST, and it's got a really nice tone to it. This music is both romantic and relaxing.
