Get ready for some truly heartwarming news that feels straight out of a K-drama! Lee Jae, the brilliant composer and singer behind the iconic Netflix ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ OST track, ‘Golden’, is set to tie the knot this November with her beloved partner, Sam Kim.
A Love Story Decades in the Making 💘
Their beautiful journey began in 2017 during a collaborative songwriting session, and for nearly a decade, Lee Jae and Sam Kim have nurtured a deep connection. In an interview following the release of her single ‘In Another World’ last year, Lee Jae touchingly revealed that her fiancé, Sam Kim, was the very inspiration behind her music, making their impending marriage a true celebration of their intertwined artistic and personal narratives.
Celebrating a Golden Achievement 🎬
The wedding is planned for November 7th at a golf course in LA, run by Lee Jae’s mother, Shin Hye-jin, Vice Chairman of Seyoung Enterprise. This special day comes after an incredible period of triumph for Lee Jae, especially with her groundbreaking track ‘Golden’. It wasn’t just a song; it became a global phenomenon, shattering records:
- 🥇 First K-Pop track to hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100.
- 🏆 The OST album featuring ‘Golden’ also soared to #1 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart.
- 🌟 Lee Jae made history as the first K-Pop artist to win a Grammy Award for ‘Best Song Written for Visual Media’ with ‘Golden’.
During her moving Grammy acceptance speech, Lee Jae shared, “This award holds immense meaning for me as a musician, but even more so as an Asian American woman. It serves as a powerful reminder to never give up, to fearlessly take risks, and to persevere to the very end.” Her words resonated deeply, not just as an artist, but as a voice for so many.
From K-Pop Trainee to Global Visionary 🎭
Born in Seoul and a proud Korean-American, Lee Jae’s path to global recognition is a compelling narrative in itself. She honed her craft as a trainee at SM Entertainment before establishing herself as a prolific composer in the US, crafting tracks for various K-Pop idols. It was her work on ‘Golden,’ the theme song for the animated series ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters,’ that truly propelled her into the spotlight as a captivating vocalist.
What an utterly beautiful pairing, both in life and in their art! This narrative of love, perseverance, and global impact truly makes you believe in destined connections and the power of a heart-stirring melody.
Editor: Hana Lee 🎬
