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

I’ll come pick you up.Standing Egg

스탠딩 에그 Standing Egg – 데리러 갈게 I’ll pick you up (역도요정 김복주 OST PART 5) Official M/V

I’ll come to get you.

Just like the title says, the phrase “I’ll come to get you” appears repeatedly throughout the song, and the lyrics are moving.

The male singer’s wistful voice draws you even deeper into the drama.

It’s not only the poignancy—the singer’s beautiful high notes are also a big part of what makes this song so good.

My DestinySEUNGMIN

[감자연구소 (The potato lab) OST Part 1] 승민 (Stray Kids) (SEUNGMIN) – My Destiny MV

A ballad that begins with a dreamlike piano resonance, gracefully colored by strings.

Sung by Stray Kids’ main vocalist, Seungmin, and released in March 2025.

His honeyed voice melds with the gentle tones, creating a soothing feeling as if being drawn into the vortex of fate.

Featured as part of the OST for the drama “Potato Research Institute,” it evocatively portrays the romance between the two protagonists.

Seungmin has previously contributed to OSTs for dramas such as “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha” and “Love in Contract,” and this track stands as a gem of a love song.

With its calmly companionable melody, it’s perfect for moments when you want to listen alone and reflect.

Shape of My HeartSting

Sting – Shape of My Heart (Leon)

A track released by Sting in 1993.

It has been sampled in many tracks, including Nas’s 1996 track “The Message.” It was used in the 1994 film “Léon: The Professional” and the Korean TV drama “The Greatest Love.”

Like A DreamMINNIE

[선재 업고 튀어 OST Part 3] 민니 ((여자)아이들) (MINNIE) – 꿈결같아서 (Like A Dream) MV

A sentimental ballad that poignantly and beautifully captures dreamlike moments.

Minnie, the main vocalist of the girl group (G)I-DLE, weaves delicate vocals that vividly convey both the ache of lost love and the hope of reunion.

With the gentle yet powerful expressiveness unique to the Thai-born singer, she delivers emotion that resonates even if you don’t understand the words.

Released in May 2024 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “Lovely Runner,” this piece evokes the lingering memory of a former love with a dreamlike sensibility, stirring viewers’ emotions.

Wrapped in a calm melody and translucent vocals, it’s the perfect song for when you want to immerse yourself in memories of someone dear.

D-DayJunggigo

[MV] Junggigo(정기고) – D-Day (My ID is Gangnam Beauty Part.5)

A theme song for a 2018 TV drama based on a manga.

The popular boy group ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo stars in the lead role.

The story begins when the heroine, who had always been bullied, gets plastic surgery as she starts university.

D-DAY is a track in the currently popular tropical house genre.

It sings about the main couple’s first date.

It brings back the fluttering excitement of going out with someone you like for the first time.

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On Such a DayWINTER

[언젠가는 슬기로울 전공의생활 (Resident Playbook) OST Part 3] 윈터 (WINTER) – 그런 날 (On Such a Day) MV

A ballad whose gentle healing permeates through a wistful melody.

Sung by Winter of the girl group aespa, this track was released in April 2025 as part of the OST for the drama “Someday Wise Resident Life.” The song portrays the struggles and growth of the drama’s young doctors, and Winter’s tender vocals embrace unbidden sadness and loneliness in a way that resonates deeply.

Her clear voice overflows with empathy and comfort.

It’s a song that will quietly stay by your side when you feel a sudden pang of loneliness or when your heart is tired.

별, 우리 (Star)서인국 (Seo Inguk), 정소민 (Jung So Min)

[하늘에서 내리는 일억개의 별 OST Part 2] 서인국 (Seo Inguk), 정소민 (Jung So Min) – 별, 우리 (Star) MV

The arpeggios played on the classical guitar, with their gentle tone, feel as if they soothe loneliness.

It’s a ballad duet, and the way their feelings are sung in turn is deeply moving.

It’s the perfect song to listen to quietly on a cold winter night.

Heavenly Ever After (천국보다 아름다운)Lim Young Woong

[MV] 임영웅 – 천국보다 아름다운 | 천국보다 아름다운 OST | Heavenly Ever After OST

A gem of a ballad crafted by Lim Young-woong, a trot singer who enjoys immense popularity in South Korea.

Released in April 2024 as part of the OST for the JTBC drama “You’re Beautiful Even in Heaven,” the song exquisitely blends trot and ballad styles, harmonizing warm, rich vocals with delicate expression.

It gently wraps feelings of parting from a loved one—and the hope of meeting again—in a soft, resonant embrace.

This track fully showcases the prowess of the artist who won overwhelming support on the 2020 program “Mr.

Trot.” In step with the drama’s storyline, it’s a heartwarming piece you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone dear.

For youChen, Bekuhyon, Shiumin

[달의 연인 – 보보경심 려 OST Part 1] 첸, 백현, 시우민 (EXO) – 너를 위해 MV

A famous song by three EXO members; these three recently formed the unit CBX and debuted.

This track was the ending theme of a drama in which one of them, Baekhyun, appeared, and you can hear the trio’s beautiful vocal harmonies.

BoyfriendYEONJUN

[MV] 연준 – Boyfriend / Official Music Video

This is the OST for the drama “Cinderella at 2 A.M.” performed by Yeonjun of the popular Korean group TOMORROW X TOGETHER.

The lyrics, which capture the beginning of romance and those fluttering, heart-throbbing moments, are particularly striking.

With sweet yet delicate vocals, he sings about the subtle emotions that shift from friendship to love.

Released in September 2024, it was used in the ending of episode 1 of the drama.

Characterized by rhythmic synth-pop, the track brings out Yeonjun’s charm to the fullest and further enhances the drama’s world.