Lovely Runner is a 2024 South Korean television drama that aired on tvN. The original soundtrack (OST) for the series was released on May 28, 2024, by Stone Music Entertainment. The OST is a comprehensive collection featuring 54 tracks, including songs by various artists and instrumental scores that capture the emotional essence of the drama.
Album Details:
- Release Date: May 28, 2024
- Label: Stone Music Entertainment
- Total Tracks: 53
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes
The Lovely Runner bringing together a star-studded lineup of artists and composers. Featuring tracks from Eclipse, N.Flying, Minnie of (G)I-DLE, Umji of VIVIZ, Jongho of ATEEZ, Ha Sung Woon, and many more, the OST has set a new benchmark in Korean drama soundtracks.
Upon release, the physical album, which includes a special mini album by Eclipse, shattered pre-order records, making it the highest pre-ordered Korean OST in history.
Lovely Runner OST: Full Tracklist
Disc 1 – Special Mini Album ‘Eclipse’
Performed by Eclipse, this album features pre-released hits and one exclusive CD-only track.
- Star (CD Only)
- Sudden Shower (소나기)
- Run Run
- You & I
- No Fate (만날테니까)
- I’ll Be There
Disc 2 – Vocal Tracks
This collection highlights emotional ballads and dynamic anthems from top artists.
- Star – N.Flying
- Like A Dream (꿈결같아서) – Minnie ((G)I-DLE)
- May I Love You? (이 마음을 전해도 될까) – Umji (VIVIZ)
- Super Ultra Man (슈퍼울트라맨) – Deundeun Man
- A Day – Jongho (ATEEZ)
- I Think I Did (그랬나봐) – Yoo Hwe Seung (N.Flying)
- Monologue (독백) – JayYeon
- Spring Snow (봄눈) – 10cm
- Gift (선물) – Ha Sung Woon
- Please Don’t Leave Anywhere (떠나지마) – DOKO
Disc 3 – Instrumental Score
This disc comprises instrumental versions of the vocal tracks and additional background scores that enhance the narrative of the drama. This disc features 37 tracks of evocative background music that bring the drama’s scenes to life.
- My Only One Star – Kim Tae Yeong
- Lonely Planet – muii
- Swing Of Hips – Moon Junguk
- Plain Mat – Dennis Chang
- Heavy Thoughts – Kim Yuhyun
- Warmth – MOND
- Our Dream – Han Jaewan
- Holland – muii
- Me, Myself – Dennis Chang
- Let’s Fight – Moon Junguk
- Long Day – Kim Yuhyun
- Clockwise – MOND
- Black Tail – muii
- Small Candy – Han Jaewan
- Ark – Dennis Chang
- Time Machine – Kim Tae Yeong
- The News – Moon Junguk
- Breeze – Kim Yuhyun
- Walking Cat – MOND
- Youth – muii
- My Cat – Han Jaewan
- Art Tech – Dennis Chang
- Dream Loop – Moon Junguk
- Sweet Time – Kim Yuhyun
- Harmony – Kim Tae Yeong
- Fresh Day – Moon Junguk
- Jump – Kim Yuhyun
- Sol Life – muii
- Not Over You – Dennis Chang
- Holly Molly – Moon Junguk
- Last Loop – Kim Yuhyun
- Zany Clown – MOND
- Pulse – Moon Junguk
- Underwater – muii
- The More I Do – Dennis Chang
- Secretly, Stealthily, Quietly – Moon Junguk
- It’s Alright – Kim Yuhyun
- Looming Shadow – Moon Junguk
Highlight Section: Standout Songs
- Star by N.Flying serves as the drama’s opening theme, encapsulating the protagonist’s journey with its uplifting melody and heartfelt lyrics.
- Spring Snow by 10CM is a fan favorite, blending folk and indie vibes to create a warm yet melancholic atmosphere.
- Gift by Ha Sung-woon, with its soothing vocals and touching lyrics, has earned praise as the perfect backdrop for the drama’s most emotional moments.
Where to Listen
The “Lovely Runner” OST is available to stream on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. Physical copies, which include special features like a 72-page photobook and photocards, can be purchased through Amazon.
For a complete listening experience, you can explore the full OST playlist available on YouTube:
About the Drama
“Lovely Runner” is a South Korean television drama series that aired from April 8 to May 28, 2024, on tvN. The series consists of 16 episodes, each with a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Plot Summary: The narrative centers on Im Sol, portrayed by Kim Hye-yoon, a devoted fan of Ryu Sun-jae, a former swimmer turned K-pop idol played by Byeon Woo-seok. Following Sun-jae’s tragic death, Sol is mysteriously transported back to 2008, finding herself in her high school years when Sun-jae is 19. Determined to alter his fate, Sol embarks on a mission to prevent the events leading to his demise, navigating the complexities of time travel, personal challenges, and budding romance. Viki
Main Cast:
- Byeon Woo-seok as Ryu Sun-jae: A top star with a background in swimming, whose life as a celebrity is marred by depression, culminating in his untimely death.
- Kim Hye-yoon as Im Sol: A passionate and lovable young woman who, after a life-changing injury, becomes determined to change Sun-jae’s fate.
- Song Geon-hee as Kim Tae-seong: A flamboyant character, former bassist of the band Eclipse, and a police officer in the present timeline.
- Lee Seung-hyub as Baek In-hyuk: Sun-jae’s best friend and leader of the band Eclipse.