Dramas with A++ OSTs
This list is based on my Spotify list. Not all is K-Drama OST, some of them are mixed with few Korean songs that I love (let it be girl group like TWICE or soloist like Yerin Baek or Heize). But all in all, to me, K-Drama OSTs have introduced me to Korean songs that have been my daily playlists nowadays. I'll list my favorite OSTs from each K-Drama I've watched.
So here we go: forgive me for some personal commentaries that are completely useless. Sometimes I end up listing the whole album, too. But it isn't so pointless, since I rank them haha. Also, I love sentimental sad songs so most songs here are just.. Sappy.
All come in format: SONG TITLE - SINGER
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1. Hotel del Luna
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
This is so hard to pick. Hotel Del Luna has been phenomenal for me. I didn't know it's possible to have such amazing production, styling, scriptwriting and OST too. I have plenty of soundtracks that have been on repeat and they're all heartbreaking. But here I go:
REPEAT: Another Day - Punch, Monday Kiz
HONORARY MENTION: All About You - Taeyeon
OTHER SONGS:- Can You See My Heart - Heize
- Lean On Me - 10cm
- Only You - Yang Da Il
- At The End - Chung Ha
- See The Stars - Red Velvet
- Remember Me - Gummy
- Done For Me - Punch
I think Punch and Heize truly have outstanding songs. Whenever a drama has Punch soundtrack in it, I knew it'd be enjoyable. Is it Scarlet Heart effect? Hahaha. One thing that's lacking is just an IU soundtrack. Else, it'd be perfect. But IU has given her best for this drama. We're already blessed :)
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2. Mr. Sunshine
Korean Drama - 2018, 24 episodes
Here's a fact of me: whenever I see Mr. Sunshine or hear it being mentioned I feel a pang in my heart. Mr. Sunshine is the BEST production I've ever seen. It has the most heart-wrenching OST that go well with the entire story. I can't even rank them because it's just too sentimental. I tried.
REPEAT: Becoming The Wind - Hyunsang Ha
OTHER SONGS WORTHY OF REPEAT!!!:- Sori - Lee Suhyun
- Good Day - MeloMance
- And I - Nu'est W
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3. While You Were Sleeping
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
REPEAT: It's you - Henry
THIS SONG is the first Korean song that made me create a Spotify playlist for all K-Drama OSTs that break my heart!! So this is a big honorary mention. I think it's still the most repeated song on my Spotify all time, too.OTHER SONGS:
- I Love You Boy - Suzy
- You Belong To My World (좋겠다 ) - Roy Kim
- Lucid Dream - Monogram
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4. Extraordinary You
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
This drama is my favorite, too - I think their visual, story-telling, and OST have been top-notch. Almost a complete production imo.
REPEAT: Feeling - April
HONORARY MENTION: Draw You - Jeong Se Woon
OTHER SONGS:- First Love (첫사랑) - Sondia
- My Beauty - Verivery
- A Story Never Ending - Stray Kids
- The Story That Has Never Been Told - Sondia
Can I just write an appreciation for Sondia here? She's caught my attention ever since Extraordinary You aired! I heard her work on My Mister is great too, but I usually scout musics after I watch the drama, and sadly, I haven't watched My Mister. I love her songs on Itaewon Class too. She's been solid!
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5. Itaewon Class
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Itaewon Class is an all-rounder flawless production, too. Sondia steals the whole album. Although the others are great too, but Sondia's songs just complement the drama so well.
REPEAT: Our Souls at Night - Sondia
HONORARY MENTION: Sweet Night - V
OTHER SONGS:- Maybe - Sondia
- Someday, The Boy - Kim Feel
- Start Over - Gaho (This song is iconic sjdkfjsk)
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6. Crash Landing on You
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
REPEAT: Here I Am Again - Yerin Baek
Ever since this song came into my list, I've been a fan of her. It's sad I discovered her just recently. Her voice is just so soothing.
OTHER SONGS:- Sunset - Davichi
- But It's Destiny - 10cm
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7. I'm Not a Robot
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
REPEAT: Words of Your Heart - Kim Yeon Ji
OTHER SONGS:- Slow Down - Vincent Blue
- Know Me - Stella Jang
- Here I Stand - Juniel
- Loving A Thing With All One's Heart - Damsonegongbang
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8. The King: Eternal Monarch
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Let's be honest: I was let down so bad by this drama. Out of eight points, despite their big storyline and casts, I'm giving all four for Wendy's amazing voice. It's been my favorite song for weeks.
REPEAT: My Day Is Full Of You - Zico, Wendy
HONORARY MENTION: Dream - Paul Kim
OTHER SONGS:- I Fall In Love - Ha Sung Woon
- I Just Want To Stay With You - Zion T.
- My Love - Gummy
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9. Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
REPEAT: For You - Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin
OTHER SONGS:- All With You - Taeyeon
- Can You Hear My Heart - Epik High, Lee Hi
- Say Yes - Loco, Punch
- Be With You - AKMU
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10. The Beauty Inside
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
REPEAT: Goodbye - Wendy
OTHER SONGS:- Beautiful Moment - K.Will
- The Beauty Inside/The Love Inside - 2morro, Vincent
- Cloud, Rothy
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11. My ID Is Gangnam Beauty
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
REPEAT: Perfume - Celine
OTHER SONGS:- Love Diamond - Weki Meki
- True - RUNY
- Something - george, Gang Hae In
- D-Day - Junggigo
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12. The Third Charm
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
Honestly, I'm disappointed with this drama (hence the five points) - all those five are in favor of their soundtracks. This drama is just too messy and pointless. Waste of time. Well, not completely, I guess, since I found these gems.
REPEAT: Think About You - Yongzoo
OTHER SONGS:- Hee Jae - Lim Han Byul
- Only You - Stella Jang
- Attractive - CJM
- Maybe We Are - Jo Sung Mo
- Loved You - Boramiyu
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13. Uncontrollably Fond
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
REPEAT: A Little Braver Now - New Empire
HONORARY MENTION: Don't Push Me - Wendy, Seulgi -
14. Where Stars Land
Korean Drama - 2018, 32 episodes
REPEAT: Told You So - Jeong Se Woon
OTHER SONGS:- Dream Of You - Kim Yeon Woo
- Mystic World - O.WHEN
- It's You - Chung Ha
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15. Cheese in the Trap
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
REPEAT: The Time We Shared - Vanilla Acoustic
OTHER SONGS:- Maybe It's Love - Tearliner
- Such - Kang Hyun Min
- Go (Eng) - Saltnpaper














