To create a perfect K-Drama, there are different elements to consider to comprise an enjoyable watching experience. Aside from the obvious reasons for watching, such as a flawless storyline, perfect casting and acting, and necessary editing and directing, soundtracks are also essential, which solidify the drama furthermore. The background music is highlighted in climactic scenes and brings much added emotional depth. These soundtracks also signal the various emotions to be felt during a scene, may it channel sadness, happiness, adoration, hope, and more complex emotions that can be felt with music.
The original soundtracks (OSTs) give life to K-Dramas, and sometimes, even movies are given life by different Korean artists. One of the most prominent and dubbed as one of the queens of K-Drama OSTs is soloist Baek Ji Young.
She debuted in 1999 and has been active in the music industry up until the present. Her golden voice has been part of many solo songs, such as the legendary "Like Being Hit By a Bullet," and collaboration tracks, such as the hit song "My Ear's Candy" with 2PM's Taecyeon. Aside from her singles and high-charting album tracks, she was also mostly known for her participation in various famous soundtracks.
She was recognized with different awards, such as multiple Main Award (Bonsang) from SBS Gayo Daejeon, Seoul Music Awards, and Golden Disc Awards. She also won awards for Best Female Artist and Best OST at the Mnet Asian Music Awards, alongside many other awards and nominations.
If you are yet to hear or probably heard but were not actively aware, here are some of the best OSTs in Baek Ji Young's discography.
"It's a Dream"
'I'm Going Too' OST
"Bad Person"
'Hwang Jini' OST
"Don't Forget"
'Iris' OST
"Same Heart"
'Road No. 1' OST
"That Woman"
'Secret Garden' OST
"The Man"
'Secret Garden' OST
"I Can't Drink"
'The Greatest Love' OST
"I'm Loving You"
'The Princess' Man' OST
"It Hurts Here"
'A Thousand Days' Promise' OST
"After a Long Time"
'Rooftop Prince' OST
"Love and Love"
'Arang and the Magistrate' OST
"Spring Rain"
'Gu Family Book' OST
"Is Crying"
'Good Doctor' OST
"Wind Blows"
'The Royal Tailor' OST
"And...And"
'The Producers' OST
"Goodbye"
'Goodbye Mr. Black' OST
"Love is Over"
'Love in the Moonlight' OST
"See You Again"
'Mr. Sunshine' OST
"The Days We Loved"
'The World of the Married' OST
"If I"
'The King's Affection' OST
Here are some of the golden K-Drama OSTs performed by Baek Ji Young! Truly, she is one of the most outstanding singers and soloists in the industry. Which of these songs is your absolute favorite, and which among these OSTs fit their corresponding K-Drama the most?
Queen Baek jiYeon😍