K-dramas are always elevated with OSTs and when the K-pop world meshes with the K-drama world, it gives us the best songs to add to our playlist!
K-dramas and OSTs are like butter and bread – their collaboration is iconic. A scene gets more emotional when a beautiful OST plays in the background. From funny scenes to sad scenes – there is an OST for everything!
Soundtracks add a layer of finesse to the drama and immerse a viewer into the storyline even further. It is also used as a callback when a fan listens to the song in their day-to-day lives and are reminded of the scene where the song was played.
The first OST from the 2024 rom-com drama Queen of Tears, The Reasons of My Smiles is BSS’ first K-drama soundtrack and they knocked it out of the park! The slow-paced yet butterfly-inducing song represents the feeling one gets when one spends time with that one person.
The slow and soft song by BTS’ Jimin is his first OST which he sang with his close friend Ha Sung-woon. The song talks about being there with their loved ones and promising to stay through the good and the bad times. The heartfelt lyrics coupled with the ethereal instrumental and Jimin-Ha Sung-woon’s beautiful vocals add to the experience.
The song is known for its strong vocals by Chen, who is a member of the popular K-pop group EXO. The beautiful string instrumental adds to the overall emotional impact of the song. What makes this song unique is the iconic key change, which adds a sense of urgency and emotion to the lyrics.
This OST by SEVENTEEN’s DK from Twenty-Five Twenty-One is the perfect motivation song as you take on a new day to overcome challenges! With the fast-paced electric guitar instrumental and DK’s passionate vocals, one will be filled with positive energy! The song complements the drama and tells the story of overcoming setbacks to reach the top.
As you listen to the song, it’s easy to get lost in its ethereal essence. From the very beginning, the title sets the stage for a unique and otherworldly experience that transports you to a place beyond this reality. And when Doyoung’s angelic voice enters the scene, the lyrics come to life in a breathtakingly beautiful way.