Genre: Romance, Drama, Music
Episodes: 24
Rating: 9.2
Age Rating: 13+
Story
“The Farewell Song” is an emotional drama about love, grief, and the ability of music to heal. A mysterious song that connects the lives of five people and their shared love of music, the series is set in contemporary Seoul and centers around their shared passion.
An old sheet of music is found in a vintage store by Li Ting Ting, a gifted but struggling singer-songwriter. As she begins to play the song, she learns of its tragic past and comes to understand that it is the secret to her own emotional recovery. Famous music producer Zhou Cheng Ao, who has a secret past, is captivated to Ting Ting’s voice as soon as he hears her performance of the song. Cheng Ao struggles with personal issues and turns to Ting Ting’s music for comfort, even in the face of his career success.
When Ting Ting and Cheng Ao enter the lives of passionate music teacher Mi Mi and her rebellious star student Yuxin Cui, their lives are forever altered. The narrative also centers on Jingyang Ni, a journalist who discovers the song’s history and its significance to the characters, and Shao Bing, a once-well-known musician who has lost his way.
As their lives intertwine, they confront their pasts, heal old wounds, and discover the transformative power of love and music. “The Farewell Song” is a poignant tale of redemption, second chances, and the enduring impact of a single melody.
Review
A brilliantly written K-drama that hits all the right notes is “The Farewell Song.” It holds the audience’s attention from the very first to the very last episode thanks to an engaging plot and a deeply moving script. The show is strength is found in its nuanced cast of characters, all of whom are dealing with personal issues and turn to music for comfort.
The portrayal of a struggling artist by Li Ting Ting is real and inspirational, and Zhou Cheng Ao’s nuanced performance as a troubled producer gives the story more depth. A new viewpoint on mentoring and development is offered by Yuxin Cui and Mi Mi’s vibrant teacher-student dynamic.
Seoul’s thriving music scene is expertly captured in the film, and the series’ emotional impact is further enhanced by the original soundtrack. Viewers are kept interested and invested in the characters’ journeys as each episode reveals more and more about their pasts.
“The Farewell Song” is an insightful examination of love, grief, and the healing power of music in general. Fans of K-dramas and anyone who enjoys a compelling narrative with a moving soundtrack should definitely watch it.
Cast
Li Ting Ting as Jin Soo-yeon: A talented singer-songwriter trying to find her place in the music industry while dealing with personal loss.
Zhou Cheng Ao as Kang Min-ho: A successful but emotionally scarred music producer who discovers Soo-yeon’s talent.
Mi Mi as Park Ji-eun: A passionate music teacher dedicated to helping her students succeed.
Yuxin Cui as Kim Hye-jin: A rebellious yet gifted music student who learns the importance of dedication and passion.
Shao Bing as Lee Woo-jin: A former musician struggling to reconnect with his love for music.
Jingyang Ni as Han Joon-seo: A journalist uncovering the mysterious history of the farewell song and its impact on the characters.