As K-drama’s popularity soars recently, interest in OSTs, which amplify the drama’s emotional impact, is also fervent. OSTs, which deepen the lingering impression of a drama, have now become a crucial factor determining a drama’s success. Beyond mere background music, OSTs now convey the drama’s message and heighten emotions. Let’s explore some of these popular OSTs now.
‘Queen of Tears’: Melodies Infused with Poignancy
The recently concluded tvN drama ‘Queen of Tears’ received immense love not only for Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won’s delicate acting but also for its OST. In particular, ‘My Every Season’ sung by 10cm, expressed the protagonists’ poignant love, enhancing immersion in the drama. The delicate lyrics combined with 10cm’s sweet voice deepened the drama’s emotional impact. Furthermore, Heize’s ‘Don’t Come Back’ poignantly expressed the pain of separation, moving viewers to tears.
‘Twenty-Five Twenty-One’: The Energy and Nostalgia of Youth
The OST for tvN drama ‘Twenty-Five Twenty-One’ gained immense popularity by capturing the freshness and passion of youth. In particular, Jaurim’s ‘Twenty-Five, Twenty-One’, a song sharing the drama’s title, features impressive lyrics that simultaneously convey the anxieties and hopes of youth. Additionally, BIBI’s ‘Very, Slowly’ received much love for its lyrical melody and delicate lyrics, expressing the protagonists’ conflicting emotions.
‘Goblin’: Reaching the Pinnacle of Fantasy Romance
tvN drama ‘Goblin’, a fantasy romance starring Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun, saw its OST enjoy as much popularity as the drama itself. Ailee’s ‘I Will Go to You Like the First Snow’ became a representative OST of the drama with its beautiful melody and poignant lyrics. Furthermore, Crush’s ‘Beautiful’ heightened the drama’s fantastical atmosphere with its dreamy mood and sweet voice.
OST, Beyond Drama to a Work of Art
K-drama OSTs are now recognized as works of art, going beyond mere background music for dramas. These OSTs, which deepen the emotional impact of dramas, are expected to continue playing a crucial role in the success of K-dramas in the future.
