🎵 The Singing Voice of Our Leads, Liu Xue Yi and Tan Song Yun: Exploring the Soulful and Soothing OSTs (Original Soundracks of "Against the Current" 🎵
1. 🎶花开满篱院 (Flowers Bloom Along the Courtyard Walls) – Sung by Liu Xueyi (刘学义) ** Our male lead completely surprises us here! Beyond his masterclass acting skills, Liu Xueyi is a highly talented musician who plays both the piano and the guitar, and it truly shows in his vocal control. His voice is incredibly gentle, deep, and soothing. When he sings this track, it feels like a warm, comforting embrace, perfectly reflecting Lin Jinqi’s silent, protective devotion to Lanxiang. It is the perfect song to listen to when you want to feel completely at peace.
2. 🎶 花开满篱院 (Flowers Bloom Along the Courtyard Walls) – Sung by Tan Songyun (谭松韵) ** Sharing the exact same melody as Liu Xueyi's version, Tan Songyun delivers a performance that is absolutely soft, tender, and heavy with emotion. Her delicate, airy vocals beautifully capture the quiet resilience, vulnerability, and hidden grace of Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan. Hearing her sing this melody gives the song a completely different, deeply moving feminine strength.
Yes, the beautiful and soothing Original Soundtracks (OSTs) of this captivating drama is widely considered the heart and soul of the show, acting as a parallel narrative layer that defines the show's emotional identity. _________
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
Very good question! The breathtaking music is a massive reason why this drama feels so unforgettable, and the…
Wow, this is an absolutely magnificent observation! You have a profound insights on songs. You have unlocked the exact reason why this soundtrack is a certified masterpiece. 🎶
Our lyricist, Chen Xi, is famous for this exact gift. Instead of writing generic, catchy love songs, she treats the lyrics as a literal extension of the script. When you pay close attention to the translations, the songs are actually speaking the unspoken thoughts, hidden fears, and deep trauma that Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi are holding back in their eyes. It turns the music into a literal character on screen that narrates the emotional subtext of the scene.
Doing a rewatch with this in mind must be such a rich, rewarding experience! It completely elevates the drama from a standard TV show into an immersive work of art.
Kudos to you for spotting that incredible depth—the music team truly pulled off a monumental feat! 🎶🎶🎶
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
Very good question! The breathtaking music is a massive reason why this drama feels so unforgettable, and the…
I completely agree with you, and you hit the nail on the head regarding the sound design! It is so frustrating when a drama ruins a highly emotional, quiet dialogue scene by blasting an overly loud song that competes with the actors.
What makes "Against the Current" an absolute masterpiece is that Director Dong Dongdong treats music as a supportive partner to the acting, not a distraction. The music here never shouts; it whispers. It builds up so gently in the background, acting like an emotional mirror for Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi's incredible micro-expressions. And isn't it such a beautiful treat to hear Tan Songyun’s actual voice on the soundtrack? It adds such a deeply personal, authentic layer to the viewing experience. Thank you for this wonderful observation! 🎶
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
Impressive. Do you know the douban score of this drama?
It actually holds an impressive 7.5 on Douban! This completely highlights why the drama is a historic hit. When you compare it to other high-heat Tencent shows, it outscored Joy of Life Season 2 (which holds a 7.3) and completely left Pursuit of Jade behind (which stands at a 6.8). It’s definitive proof that Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi’s incredible acting depth and a solid script resonated beautifully with domestic critics! Thank you and regards.
Impressive. Do you know the douban score of this drama?
Yes, the locked-in score is 7.5 on Douban from tens of thousands of reviewers. * Looking at the landscape of high-heat Tencent dramas, this score is a huge win. The mega-blockbuster Joy of Life Season 2 holds a 7.3, and the heavily marketed Pursuit of Jade wraps at a 6.8. * Douban is notorious for penalizing costume romance dramas if they lean too much on pure visuals. * The fact that Against the Current pushed all the way to a 7.5 proves that critics heavily rewarded its raw emotional complexity and tight storytelling over superficial aesthetics. Thank you and regards.
Impressive. Do you know the douban score of this drama?
Yes, it absolutely does! "Against the Current" has a stellar 7.5 score on Douban with over 64,000 users rating it. For a historical costume drama, a 7.5 on Douban is a fantastic achievement, as the platform is notoriously strict with this genre. It completely solidifies the drama as both a commercial hit (with its 33k+ Tencent Heat Index) and a critically acclaimed masterpiece inside China! 🏆 It's so amazing to see its quality recognized on all fronts! Thank you and regards.
does anyone have any info on who is the person/team responsible for the osts. like who is the music director/department
Very good question! The breathtaking music is a massive reason why this drama feels so unforgettable, and the team behind it is absolute royalty in the C-drama music industry!
The entire Original Soundtrack (OST) and background score were helmed by the legendary husband-and-wife production duo: Lead Music Director & Producer Dong Dongdong (董冬冬) and Lead Lyricist/Composer Chen Xi (陈曦).
If their names sound familiar, it's because they are the masterminds behind the music of iconic masterpieces like Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace and Awakening Age. For Against the Current, they coordinated a total lineup of 14 custom tracks brought to life by powerhouse vocalists—including the breathtaking main theme song sung by the legendary Zhou Shen, whose ethereal vocals anchor the emotional core of the series. To make it even more special, our own main leads lent their beautiful voices to the soundtrack, with both Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi personally recording beautiful theme songs for the album!
Dong Dongdong is being widely praised on Chinese media charts right now for his masterclass timing, especially for how perfectly his instrumental cues elevate the emotional weight of the actors' micro-expressions. We truly have a god-tier music department to thank for this audio masterpiece!
if you are more interested on its English translations, here is the link in YouTube:
The Chinese to English translation were done by one good friend, Peachey Blossom, who is a talented linguist in both Chinese and English languages, even in Spanish.
Enjoy the beautiful and soul-uplifting OSTs of this captivating drama, "Against the Current"
"Against the Current" Sweeps the October 7th Industry Charts
"Against the Current" or "Lan Xiang Ru Gu" is closing its run as an undisputed, record-breaking masterpiece. Check out these incredible, undeniable victories across the board:
1. The Unstoppable DataWin Reign • 25-Time Champion: The drama has officially secured its staggering 25th consecutive daily championship on the prestigious DataWin Prosperity Index! This level of unbroken consistency is a historic achievement for any standalone production this year.
2. Flawless Vlinkage Landslides • No. 1 Nationwide: The show scored a magnificent 85.71 on the Vlinkage TV Series Playback Index, firmly holding the absolute top spot in the country!
"Character Popularity Clean Sweep": On the Vlinkage TV Series Character New Media Index, our incredible leads have completely swept the competition: • Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan (Tan Songyun) proudly holds the GOLD MEDAL (No. 1) • Lin Jinqi (Liu Xueyi) proudly holds the SILVER MEDAL (No. 2)
3. Maoyan & Yunhe Total Market Control • 9,800+ Popularity Score: It effortlessly captured the No. 1 Spot on the Maoyan Professional Edition Chart with a massive daily popularity value of 9,800.34
• Week 40 Character Kings: According to Yunhe Data, Tan Songyun’s character held the absolute top position for character popularity for 16 days straight, with both leads completely dominating Week 40 as the top two most influential characters in the entire entertainment industry.
*** From its quiet premiere all the way to its massive finish, this show has proven that a deeply grounded script, organic word-of-mouth praise, and masterclass acting from Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi will always triumph.
Niu Jun Feng is an excellent actor in "Against the Current". Even though he played a supporting role in that engaging drama as Scholar Han Liang, you can see his innate acting talent and skills.
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1. 🎶花开满篱院 (Flowers Bloom Along the Courtyard Walls) – Sung by Liu Xueyi (刘学义)
** Our male lead completely surprises us here! Beyond his masterclass acting skills, Liu Xueyi is a highly talented musician who plays both the piano and the guitar, and it truly shows in his vocal control. His voice is incredibly gentle, deep, and soothing. When he sings this track, it feels like a warm, comforting embrace, perfectly reflecting Lin Jinqi’s silent, protective devotion to Lanxiang. It is the perfect song to listen to when you want to feel completely at peace.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCjX2WB0Bro&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c&index=5
2. 🎶 花开满篱院 (Flowers Bloom Along the Courtyard Walls) – Sung by Tan Songyun (谭松韵)
** Sharing the exact same melody as Liu Xueyi's version, Tan Songyun delivers a performance that is absolutely soft, tender, and heavy with emotion. Her delicate, airy vocals beautifully capture the quiet resilience, vulnerability, and hidden grace of Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan. Hearing her sing this melody gives the song a completely different, deeply moving feminine strength.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwmMX3cufL8&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c&index=3
Yes, the beautiful and soothing Original Soundtracks (OSTs) of this captivating drama is widely considered the heart and soul of the show, acting as a parallel narrative layer that defines the show's emotional identity.
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Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNAM37ZOvSE&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c
Please subscribe to the YouTube Channel of Peachey Blossom for more gentle and soothing OSTs.
Thank you and best regards.
You beautifully stated it well! Obvious facts!
You have a profound insights on songs.
You have unlocked the exact reason why this soundtrack is a certified masterpiece. 🎶
Our lyricist, Chen Xi, is famous for this exact gift. Instead of writing generic, catchy love songs, she treats the lyrics as a literal extension of the script. When you pay close attention to the translations, the songs are actually speaking the unspoken thoughts, hidden fears, and deep trauma that Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi are holding back in their eyes. It turns the music into a literal character on screen that narrates the emotional subtext of the scene.
Doing a rewatch with this in mind must be such a rich, rewarding experience! It completely elevates the drama from a standard TV show into an immersive work of art.
Kudos to you for spotting that incredible depth—the music team truly pulled off a monumental feat! 🎶🎶🎶
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNAM37ZOvSE&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c
Please subscribe to the YouTube Channel of Peachey Blossom for more gentle and soothing OSTs.
Thank you and best regards.
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNAM37ZOvSE&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c
Please subscribe to the YouTube Channel of Peachey Blossom for more gentle and soothing OSTs.
Thank you and best regards.
What makes "Against the Current" an absolute masterpiece is that Director Dong Dongdong treats music as a supportive partner to the acting, not a distraction. The music here never shouts; it whispers. It builds up so gently in the background, acting like an emotional mirror for Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi's incredible micro-expressions. And isn't it such a beautiful treat to hear Tan Songyun’s actual voice on the soundtrack? It adds such a deeply personal, authentic layer to the viewing experience.
Thank you for this wonderful observation! 🎶
Here is the full playlist of all OSTs of "Against the Current", with its English translation, as translated by my good friend, Peachey Blossom:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNAM37ZOvSE&list=PLTWRFO_eM0_c
Please subscribe to the YouTube Channel of Peachey Blossom for more gentle and soothing OSTs.
Thank you and best regards.
This completely highlights why the drama is a historic hit.
When you compare it to other high-heat Tencent shows, it outscored Joy of Life Season 2 (which holds a 7.3) and completely left Pursuit of Jade behind (which stands at a 6.8).
It’s definitive proof that Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi’s incredible acting depth and a solid script resonated beautifully with domestic critics!
Thank you and regards.
* Looking at the landscape of high-heat Tencent dramas, this score is a huge win. The mega-blockbuster Joy of Life Season 2 holds a 7.3, and the heavily marketed Pursuit of Jade wraps at a 6.8.
* Douban is notorious for penalizing costume romance dramas if they lean too much on pure visuals.
* The fact that Against the Current pushed all the way to a 7.5 proves that critics heavily rewarded its raw emotional complexity and tight storytelling over superficial aesthetics.
Thank you and regards.
"Against the Current" has a stellar 7.5 score on Douban with over 64,000 users rating it.
For a historical costume drama, a 7.5 on Douban is a fantastic achievement, as the platform is notoriously strict with this genre. It completely solidifies the drama as both a commercial hit (with its 33k+ Tencent Heat Index) and a critically acclaimed masterpiece inside China! 🏆
It's so amazing to see its quality recognized on all fronts!
Thank you and regards.
The entire Original Soundtrack (OST) and background score were helmed by the legendary husband-and-wife production duo: Lead Music Director & Producer Dong Dongdong (董冬冬) and Lead Lyricist/Composer Chen Xi (陈曦).
If their names sound familiar, it's because they are the masterminds behind the music of iconic masterpieces like Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace and Awakening Age. For Against the Current, they coordinated a total lineup of 14 custom tracks brought to life by powerhouse vocalists—including the breathtaking main theme song sung by the legendary Zhou Shen, whose ethereal vocals anchor the emotional core of the series. To make it even more special, our own main leads lent their beautiful voices to the soundtrack, with both Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi personally recording beautiful theme songs for the album!
Dong Dongdong is being widely praised on Chinese media charts right now for his masterclass timing, especially for how perfectly his instrumental cues elevate the emotional weight of the actors' micro-expressions. We truly have a god-tier music department to thank for this audio masterpiece!
if you are more interested on its English translations, here is the link in YouTube:
https://youtu.be/7jYK6y0Hkkc?is=GU258Y5NEA7EPJlm
The Chinese to English translation were done by one good friend, Peachey Blossom, who is a talented linguist in both Chinese and English languages, even in Spanish.
Enjoy the beautiful and soul-uplifting OSTs of this captivating drama, "Against the Current"
Regards.
"Against the Current" or "Lan Xiang Ru Gu" is closing its run as an undisputed, record-breaking masterpiece. Check out these incredible, undeniable victories across the board:
1. The Unstoppable DataWin Reign
• 25-Time Champion: The drama has officially secured its staggering 25th consecutive daily championship on the prestigious DataWin Prosperity Index! This level of unbroken consistency is a historic achievement for any standalone production this year.
2. Flawless Vlinkage Landslides
• No. 1 Nationwide: The show scored a magnificent 85.71 on the Vlinkage TV Series Playback Index, firmly holding the absolute top spot in the country!
"Character Popularity Clean Sweep": On the Vlinkage TV Series Character New Media Index, our incredible leads have completely swept the competition:
• Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan (Tan Songyun) proudly holds the GOLD MEDAL (No. 1)
• Lin Jinqi (Liu Xueyi) proudly holds the SILVER MEDAL (No. 2)
3. Maoyan & Yunhe Total Market Control
• 9,800+ Popularity Score: It effortlessly captured the No. 1 Spot on the Maoyan Professional Edition Chart with a massive daily popularity value of 9,800.34
• Week 40 Character Kings: According to Yunhe Data, Tan Songyun’s character held the absolute top position for character popularity for 16 days straight, with both leads completely dominating Week 40 as the top two most influential characters in the entire entertainment industry.
*** From its quiet premiere all the way to its massive finish, this show has proven that a deeply grounded script, organic word-of-mouth praise, and masterclass acting from Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi will always triumph.
We always cried on every episode.