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[Korean Drama OSTs] Classic Popular Songs That Color the Story: Best Masterpieces

A considerable amount of time has passed since Korean dramas first made their way to Japan.

Starting with the spread sparked by Winter Sonata in 2003, and further propelled by the K-POP boom, people have grown more familiar with K-Culture!

Nowadays, it seems to be loved by many people regardless of gender or generation.

Korean dramas, whose popularity keeps rising, produce countless masterpieces every year!

In this article, we’ve researched a wide range of OSTs—from relatively new tracks to popular classics and timeless favorites—covering theme songs and insert songs from Korean dramas.

We hope you’ll look back on fond memories and discover some wonderful OSTs.

[Korean Drama OST] Classic Popular Songs That Color the Story: Best Masterpieces (71–80)

i’m sayingI Hongi

Mariya (The Heirs OST) - Lee Hong-gi [Japanese Subtitles] Kanarubi
i'm sayingI Hongi

Among OSTs, this is a famous song by FTISLAND’s Hongki.

Hongki’s voice is unique, so people may be divided on whether they like it, but it doesn’t overshadow the drama, nor is it too faint—his voice enhances the drama and draws you in.

The lyrics are easy to understand, so it’s a song that’s easy to listen to even in Korean.

Because it’s you.Tifanii

[Love Rain OST] SNSD Tiffany – Because it’s you (Eng Sub/Simple Romanization)
Because it’s you.Tifanii

This song is sung by Tiffany from Girls’ Generation.

It’s part of the OST for Love Rain, which stars Yoona, also from Girls’ Generation.

Tiffany’s clear, beautiful voice enhances Yoona’s performance and evokes a sense of longing in viewers.

You can hear a poignantly sorrowful side of Tiffany’s voice, who is usually known for her bright tone.

Signs of LoveINFINITE F

INFINITE F “가슴이 뛴다” Official MV
Signs of LoveINFINITE F

This song is by INFINITE’s younger-line members.

It was the theme song for High School: Love On, which featured two other INFINITE members.

You can hear the voices of three members that you don’t often get to hear in INFINITE’s songs, and enjoy a cute track from INFINITE, who usually have many cool songs.

Miss Hammurabi

Someday, Somehow (Feat.Hodge)U-mb5

[미스함무라비 MISS HAMMURABI OST] U-mb5 – Someday, Somehow (Feat.Hodge) (Official Audio)
Someday, Somehow (Feat.Hodge)U-mb5

It’s a legal drama starring Kim Myung-soo.

The heroine has a strong sense of justice and has just become a judge.

The one who treats her harshly is an elite judge played by Kim Myung-soo.

The two clash at first, but gradually come to understand each other and are drawn together.

“Someday, Somehow” cheerfully portrays the process by which the judge finds answers through the cases.

사는게 다 (Life goes like that)YOYOMI

요요미 – 사는게 다 (TV 조선 드라마 어쩌다 가족 OST)
사는게 다 (Life goes like that)YOYOMI

A song I’d like to share with anyone looking for a heartwarming track from a drama OST.

Performed by the versatile artist Yoyomi from Cheongju, it was recorded in March 2021 for TV Chosun’s drama “Perhaps a Family.” Portraying the joys and hardships of life with gentle grace, the piece captivates with its soft vocals and a simple yet resonant melody.

Set against a calm arrangement of piano and strings, it warmly sings of people who meet by chance and begin walking together as a family.

Carrying a hopeful message that smiles await after tears, this song offers a universal story that celebrates the beauty of embracing life in all its facets.

21CHAERYEONG (ITZY)

[MV] CHAERYEONG(채령) (ITZY) _ 21 (Who Is She OST Part.1) (수상한 그녀 OST Part.1)
21CHAERYEONG (ITZY)

An OST for the drama “Suspicious Girl” sung by ITZY’s Chaeryeong.

It features a bright, energetic sound themed around youth and freedom.

The song embraces the reflection in the mirror and celebrates the charm and potential of being 21.

Released in December 2024, this marks Chaeryeong’s first OST appearance.

It links perfectly with the drama’s story of a protagonist who becomes younger and relives their youth, further enhancing the show’s world.

It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to cherish their true self!

You, upon whom the stars pour downDICKPUNKS

딕펑스 (DICKPUNKS) – 별이 쏟아지는 너 (신데렐라와 네 명의 기사 OST) [Music Video]
You, upon whom the stars pour downDICKPUNKS

This song starts off with upbeat lyrics from the very beginning.

So in the drama, it plays during fun moments and enhances the cheerful mood.

The singer’s androgynous voice slips smoothly into your mind, highlighting the drama without getting in the way.