Yoo Yeon-seok has released the final original soundtrack (OST) titled “Say My Name” for the drama “When the Phone Rings,” which aired its finale on January 4, 2025. The song, which Yoo Yeon-seok co-wrote, captures the essence of his character, Baek Sa-eon, and his love for Hong Hee-joo, portrayed by Chae Soo-bin.
The theme of “sunset” is central to “Say My Name,” reflecting key moments in the drama’s narrative. Fans have expressed their admiration for the song across social media, with one user on X stating:
“Heavenly heavenly heavenly”
Another fan commented:
” Yoo Yeon Seok is such a multitalented artist! Love the song! Can’t wait for tonight’s final episode of #WhenThePhoneRings”
❤️❤️❤️ Yoo Yeon Seok is such a multitalented artist! 🫶 🫶 🫶 Love the song! Can't wait for tonight's final episode of #WhenThePhoneRings
Yoo Yeon-seok‘s vocal contribution has been highlighted by fans, showcasing his versatility beyond acting:
What else can this man can’t do, please tell me? He sings, he acts, he plays drum, he does theaters ahhhh. Such a Multitalented man 🥹 I don’t wanna say goodbye to this drama oh naurr
The release of “Say My Name” has intensified the excitement for the “When the Phone Rings” finale. The drama, which began on November 22, 2024, on MBC TV, has been a hit both in South Korea and globally on Netflix. It depicts the story of a “show window” marriage between Baek Sa-eon, a presidential spokesman from a political family, and Hong Hee-joo, a sign language interpreter with a secretive past, whose relationship evolves dramatically after a kidnapping incident.
When the Phone Rings has achieved significant viewership:
In South Korea, it recorded an average nationwide rating of 8.3% for its penultimate episode.
On Netflix, it reached #2 in the Global TV (Non-English) category, with over 4.4 million views within two weeks of release.
It has topped charts in 33 countries and entered the Top 10 in 49 countries worldwide.
The series stars:
Yoo Yeon-seok as Baek Sa-eon
Chae Soo-bin as Hong Hee-joo
Heo Nam-joon
Jang Gyu-ri
Fan Reactions:
Fan reactions to the OST and the drama have been overwhelmingly positive:
“This song sung by #YooYeonSeok is so beautiful he is really multitalented This song will be played when SaJu gets the couple’s happy ending #WhenThePhoneRings”
“A ray of light in the darkness, it was you” Literally a song for HeeJoo. Say My Name – Yoo Yeon Seok The last OST of when the phone rings Yeon seok voice “
It makes me cry, it's so hard to move on from this series, the chemistry, the storyline, the crew's dedication… They made my 2024 better and I'm so thankful for this @mbcdrama_pre , THANK YOU FOR CASTING YOO YEONSEOK AND CHAE SOOBIN!
— HONG SEUNGHAN BELONGS TO RIIZE (@elleedorado) January 4, 2025
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