The distinct Korean pianist and composer’s oeuvre is an archive of unmatched compositions. When he works the piano keys, all we have is the lyrical magic of solace
His music often resonates with moments in our lives, kind of becoming one with them. Photo: Courtesy of the artist’s YouTube channel.
Yiruma’s music stirs sentimentality through its resonance with the listener’s visceral essence. He articulates a plurality of feelings you relate to things firsthand. His oeuvre is an archive of unmatched compositions. When he works the piano keys, all we have is the lyrical magic of solace. Listed below are my top picks from his extensive collection of brilliance.
“River Flows in You” – First Love (2001)
Whispering to our innermost selves, “River Flows in You” subtly sweeps us, lulling us into an auditory trance alive in its movements. It is Yiruma’s lyrical masterpiece, a timeless classic—one of his most loved to date.
“May Be” – First Love (2001)
His music often resonates with moments in our lives, kind of becoming one with them. Perhaps that is what sets Yiruma’s artistic vision apart, and “May Be” is precisely that—an extension of his language, a musical embodiment of his inner being. Its melodies recall serenity—soothing and toasty in cadence and feel—that continue to drift along, rated as another magnificent solo piece by the artist. Its depths build over time like a slow-burn romance.
“Love Me” – First Love (2001)
“Love Me” has a tranquil, languid feel and tends to be a piece of sentimental writing, with intimate music implying a sense of searching. This soundtrack also became a part of Yirumas’s compilation album, The Best: Reminiscent, 10th Anniversary (2011).
“Kiss the Rain” – From the Yellow Room (2003)
However mild on the ears, “Kiss the Rain” is a melancholic strain from Yiruma’s acclaimed delicate piano playing. The softness lingers throughout, yet emotions keep searing. If you’ve heard the track, you get the drift. I’ll describe it as a tearjerker evoking memories, leaving you reeling with an itch to turn back time well after the score concludes.
“Reminiscent” – The Best Reminiscent 10th Anniversary (2011)
Velvety and airy, “Reminiscent” has a divine rhythm, together with an intuitive honesty that may be alleviating. Listen to it; it’s an intrinsically valuable gem if you’re experiencing anything, especially being worn out or weary of an uphill battle.
“Do You?” – The Best Reminiscent 10th Anniversary (2011)
“Do You?” was first featured in the album titled Oasis & Yiruma (2002) before being a part of his compilation album The Best: Reminiscent, 10th Anniversary, which reportedly debuted at number three on the Billboard Classical charts in July 2020 and finally peaked at number one. The ballad is pensive in its expressiveness—sensitive and alluring in the right places.
“Stay in Memory” – Stay in Memory (2012)
This melody rings deep within you and sticks in memory forever, analogous to the words emerging in the closing run of the music video: “With a long period of scars, agony, and many thoughts, I still stay in memory.”
“Room with a View” – Room with a View (2020)
In a YouTube interview on his channel (YIRUMA place), Yiruma alleges to have written the song while remembering his childhood: “When I was in my room, just doing nothing, just lying on my bed, looking out the window, seeing the scenery… I think it helps someone.” Even though it might be trying, loneliness can also be bliss. Perhaps that’s why “Room with a View” is an allusion to being in a state of peace with yourself. When you’re in your comfort zone, possibly not doing anything and just lazing around, you might just luxuriate in the moment.
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