[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.
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[Korean Drama OSTs] Classic fan-favorite songs that color the story: Best Masterpieces (111–120)
Passionate to meYounha
Younha is a South Korean singer-songwriter who has been active since 2004.
Also known for her work in Japan, she has won awards including the Mnet Asian Music Awards.
This track was used in the Korean TV drama “Pinocchio.”
[Korean Drama OSTs] Classic popular songs that color the story: Best masterpieces (121–130)
LOVELyn, HanHae
A romance drama depicting a love between an AI and a human.
Seo Kang-joon, known for Cheese in the Trap and Entourage, stars in the lead role.
Hanhae, the rapper from PHANTOM, took part in this track, resulting in a sweet medium-tempo R&B ballad.
Along with the drama’s popularity, the song also reached No.
1 on major Korean download sites.
Every time I see Seo Kang-joon’s sincere, refreshing gaze, my heart flutters!
첫눈이 온다구요이정석
The song “첫눈이 온다구요” by Lee Jong-seok, which was featured in the drama Reply 1988, has been gaining renewed attention.
It also became an even bigger topic after Park Bo-gum showcased a performance of it on his YouTube channel.
It’s a snow-themed love song with a soothing, laid-back sound that’s sure to heal your heart.
Be sure to check out both the original version and Park Bo-gum’s performance.
His rendition is arranged with a Christmas carol touch.
Don’t ForgetBaek Ji Young, Jang Ji Eun
A romance-suspense starring Lee Byung-hun and Kim Tae-hee.
The protagonist, a soldier, falls for a beautiful student who is the heroine.
His best friend also falls for her, forming a love triangle.
But due to betrayal within the military, the protagonist, his best friend, and even the heroine end up becoming enemies.
“Don’t Forget” sings about the pain of not being able to easily become mutual lovers.
AlienArco
Arco is a British band active since 1998, known for a very slow, quiet, and poetic musical style.
This track is included on the 2000 album “Coming to Terms” and was used in the Korean TV drama “Coffee Prince.”
From the beginning until now (from the beginning to the present)Ryu
The drama Winter Sonata, which sparked a social phenomenon even in Japan, is known for its theme song From the Beginning Until Now (처음부터 지금까지).
It’s a ballad that portrays a man and woman who must part ways despite being in love.
Enhanced by Ryu’s silky voice, the song is crafted to move the heart.
Whether you’ve heard it before or not, take this opportunity to give it a listen.
By the way, this song is also Ryu’s debut single.
StarOnestar
A medium-tempo ballad chosen for the OST of the romance drama “All That We Loved,” starring EXO’s Sehun, Cho Jun-young, and Jang Yeo-bin.
The song is by Onestar (Lim Han-byul), a member of Monday Kiz and also known as a master on the show “Girls Planet 999,” which produced Kep1er.
With lyrics that depict memories, it has a deeply moving atmosphere that evokes a sense of beautiful eternity.
It’s a track that may gently accompany and ease feelings of hardship.
