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

Midnight Walk (밤 산책)IU

Midnight Walk (밤 산책)

This song is striking for its depiction of deep nocturnal scenery and delicate emotional nuance.

The voice of popular singer-songwriter IU resonates as if seeping into the stillness of the night.

Set to a gentle piano melody, it carefully portrays the feeling of walking alone through the late-night streets while immersing oneself in past memories.

Released in March 2025 as part of the OST for the Korean drama “Good Job Today,” it is a heartwarming ballad that accompanies the life story of a girl and a boy set on Jeju Island.

It’s a song I highly recommend for sleepless nights or quiet moments when you’re thinking of someone dear—it will rest gently against your heart.

Surfing in the MoonlightTXT(TOMORROW X TOGETHER)

Surfing in the Moonlight

A dramatic love song that sets delicate bedroom-pop melodies against the quiet of a moonlit night.

With the sweet, wistful vocals of TXT members Taehyun and Hueningkai, it perfectly captures the world of the Netflix original series “Love in Movies.” Since its release in February 2025, it has captivated many listeners with a refreshing, coming-of-age road-movie vibe and a dreamlike atmosphere.

The song is filled with feelings of cherishing a special time for just the two of them and caring for one another, leaving a gentle, heartwarming afterglow.

It’s the perfect track for a quiet night with your lover or for moments when you want to reminisce about someone special.

i’m sayingI Hongi

Mariya (The Heirs OST) - Lee Hong-gi [Japanese Subtitles] Kanarubi

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.

You fell in love with me.Yonfa

[Japanese Subtitles & Lyrics & Romanization] Jung Yong Hwa (정용화) – You’ve Fallen for Me

It’s a song that the cold, arrogant version of Yonghwa—different from the real Yonghwa—sang in the drama.

The lyrics include the phrase “You like me, right?”—which is also the drama’s title—many times.

Since CNBLUE is a band, it features the cool, distinctive voice you’d expect from a band’s lead vocalist.

안녕Paul Kim

Hotel Del Luna OST 'Annyeong' – Paul Kim Japanese Subtitles

It’s a track that captivates with a lean, acoustic sound.

The song opens with a gentle, flowing piano.

As the simple piano accompaniment continues, the lyrics are delivered with a soft, whisper-like voice.

In the chorus, the addition of warm acoustic guitar broadens the sound and leads you into an even wider sonic world.

Sunny DayANYUJIN (IVE)

[발매 인사] 안유진 (IVE) – Sunny Day | 언젠가는 슬기로울 전공의생활 OST Part 2

Ahn Yujin, who serves as the leader of IVE, released a new song in April 2025 as part of the OST for the tvN drama “Someday, A Wise Resident Life.” With its bright, refreshing melody and warm vocals, the track is pleasantly uplifting, as if giving a supportive push to young people striving to move forward.

This marks Yujin’s first participation in a drama OST.

Brimming with a clarity like a clear blue sky and wrapped in a gently comforting voice, it also makes an excellent BGM choice for a relaxing day off.

DreamBolbbalgan4

[MV] 볼빨간사춘기(Bolbbalgan4) – 드림(Dream) [화랑(HWARANG) Pt.3 (Music From The Original TV Series)]

After the long intro ends, a woman’s vocal comes in.

Her voice is unusual—not particularly high or low—and it’s the kind of tone that grows on you.

This song is the theme for the drama Hwarang, and it plays during the show’s most exciting scenes, boosting the drama even more.

Beautiful SundayDaniel Boone

Beautiful Sunday- Daniel Boone- 1972

A track released in 1972 by British pop musician Daniel Boone.

It reached the Top 10 on charts around the world.

The track was used in the Scottish sitcom Still Game and the Korean TV drama Love Rain.

God’s move (a divine move)Yan Yosopu

양요섭 (Yang Yoseob) – 신의 한 수 (The Divine Move) [화랑 Hwarang OST Part.6]

This song is by Yang Yoseop from BEAST.

Yoseop appeared in the drama where this song was used as an insert track.

It played in scenes where the Hwarang—formed from the children of bureaucrats—were practicing diligently, such as dancing and swordsmanship.

Yoseop’s voice blended very well without disrupting the drama.

promiseA.N.JELL

[Audio] A.N.JELL (엔젤) – Promise

It’s a song built from three completely different voices: actor Jang Keun-suk’s cool voice as the base, FT Island’s Hongki’s distinctive vocals, and CNBLUE’s Yonghwa’s rap.

ANJELL was formed within the drama, but in addition to the two singers, be sure to pay attention to actor Jang Keun-suk’s impressive singing ability as well.