Apart from a good storyline and amazing cast, viewers also look forward to the Korean drama soundtrack (OST). Though cinematography, storytelling, and actors are important in creating a hit series, no doubt that OST takes the momentum of emotions in each scene.
Many netizens would search and download an OST because of the tune, relatable lyrics, simply to reminisce particular scenes. And undeniably, a soundtrack can become the trademark of a drama. Songs tend to remind us of the K-dramas that we loved and stayed up all night for.
Here's the list of the topmost viewed K-drama OST music videos on YouTube.
Beautiful
Artist: Baekhyun (EXO)
Views: 70,426,205
K-Drama: "EXO Next Door"
"Beautiful" was created for the LINE and SM web series in collaboration "EXO Next Door." This is Baekhyun's first solo song and it rose to the top charts of many music sites. It stars Moon Ga Young and members of the K-pop boy band EXO.
For You
Artist: EXO-CBX (Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin)
Views: 85,764,472
K-Drama: "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"
These three vocalists, EXO's Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin, formed a sub-unit to create a wonderful OST "For You" for one of the most well-loved dramas, starring Lee Joon Gi, Lee Ji Eun, Kang Ha Neul, and Baekhyun himself.
Sweet Night
Artist: BTS V
Views: 87,851,094
K-Drama: "Itaewon Class"
Released in March 2020, BTS V sang this beautiful tune for Park Seo Joon's (who's in fact his real-life friend) hit JTBC drama, "Itaewon Class"! With the lyrics and melody,
Always
Artist: Yoon Mi Rae
Views: 88,016,239
K-Drama: "Descendants of the Sun"
In collaboration with the harmony of a 20-member orchestra where an acoustic piano stands out, "Always" won the Best OST award in the 8th Melon Music awards back in 2016. Yoon Mi Rae's smooth and melancholic voice suits the love team of Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo.
Talk Love
Artist: K.Will
Views: 98,080,679
K-Drama: "Descendants of the Sun"
"Talk Love" is on the hit first songs of the soundtrack music for the 2016 iconic drama. Singer K.Will complemented his vocals with rhythmic guitar sounds and piano lines, all in all completed the unforgettable song.
Beautiful
Artist: Crush
Views: 120,560,644
K-Drama: "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God"
One of the best OSTs in the award-winning "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," singer Crush gave emotional vocals with the relatable lyrics that make listeners feel bittersweet. The drama stars Gong Yoo and Kim Go Eun.
This Love
Artist: Davichi
Views: 189,672,549
K-Drama: "Descendants of the Sun"
"This Love" was nominated for the Best OST award in the 18th Mnet Asian Music Awards 2016, sung by the female duo Davichi, together with a beautiful piano melody and a 20-member orchestra.
Everytime
Artists: Chen (EXO), Punch
Views: 203,929,339
K-Drama: "Descendants of the Sun"
This beautiful track is a collaboration of Chen (EXO) and Punch, with an orchestra band added to create a more romantic feeling!
Say Yes
Artists: Loco, Punch
Views: 213,789,633
K-Drama: "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"
A collaboration with two of the best OST singers in the industry, Loco and Punch delivered slow emotional singing matched with rapping that makes it unique.
Stay With Me
Artists: Chanyeol (EXO), Punch
Views: 405,356,241
K-Drama: "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God"
EXO's Chanyeol and Punch created a song that became a trademark of tvN's "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God."
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