Lee Hi

Lee Ha-yi (Korean: 이하이; born September 23, 1996), known by her stage name Lee Hi, is a South Korean singer and songwriter, who is best known as the runner-up of SBS' K-pop Star Season 1. She debuted with single "1, 2, 3, 4" on October 28, 2012 and reached number one with first week sales of 667,549 downloads.[1][2] Her first full-length album First Love was released in two parts, part 1 on March 7, 2013 and part 2 on March 28, 2013.[3]

In this Korean name, the family name is Lee.
Lee Hi
Lee Hi performing in April 2017
Born
Lee Ha-yi

(1996-09-23) September 23, 1996
Bucheon, South Korea
EducationSchool of Performing Arts Seoul
Occupation
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentsVocals
Years active2012–present
Labels
Associated acts
Korean name
Hangul
이하이
Hanja
Revised RomanizationI Ha-i
McCune–ReischauerYi Hai
Signature

Biography

Early life

Lee Ha-yi was born on September 23, 1996 in Bucheon, South Korea. In December 2011, Lee auditioned for SBS reality survival program K-pop Star, where she finished as runner-up behind Park Ji-min. Soon after she was signed to YG Entertainment by Yang Hyun-suk.[4][5] Ahead of her debut, she was featured on label mate Epik High's single "It's Cold", which was released on October 8, 2012.[6]

2012–2015: Career beginnings and Hi Suhyun

On October 24, 2012, it was announced Lee would be debuting as a solo artist under the stage name, "Lee Hi", with digital single "1, 2, 3, 4" on October 28. Lee's first music show appearance was on SBS' Inkigayo on November 4, soon after claiming her first music show win on November 8 through Mnet's M Countdown.[7][8] The song charted number one on the monthly Gaon Digital Chart for November, thus earning her the Song of the Year - November award from Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards.[9][10] Following success of debut single "1,2,3,4", Lee released a second digital single written by Park Jin-young titled "Scarecrow" on November 22.[11]

On March 2, 2013, YGE revealed Lee Hi's debut album First Love, would be released digitally on March 7 consisting of five tracks with lead single "It's Over", and physical release on March 28 with ten tracks including lead single "Rose". Promotions began with first stage at SBS' K-pop Star 2 on March 10.[12][13] In December 2013, it was revealed Lee Hi and 2NE1's Park Bom would debut as the sub-unit "BOM&HI". They released the digital single "All I Want For Christmas Is You", a cover of Mariah Carey's song, on December 20. In November 2014, Lee and Akdong Musician's Lee Su-hyun formed the sub-unit Hi Suhyun and released digital single "I'm Different" featuring iKON's Bobby. The duo's first stage was at SBS' Inkigayo on November 16, following their first win on November 23.[14]

Lee Hi at Incheon Airport on January 18, 2013

2016–2018: Career breakthrough

On March 9, 2016, Lee released half album Seoulite with lead singles "Breathe" and "Hold My Hand", where "Breathe" went on to winning her the Digital Bonsang award at the 31st Golden Disk Awards.[15] Lee began promotions for both singles on Mnet's M! Countdown on March 10.[16] On April 20, Seoulite was released as a studio album with lead single "My Star". Among the tracks, Lee participated in writing and composing the song "Passing By".[17] On May 28, Lee featured on Gill's single "Refrigerator" alongside Verbal Jint. On September 19, SBS drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo released Epik High and Lee's soundtrack "Can You Hear My Heart", following Lee's soundtrack "My Love" on October 3.[18] On December 31, Lee appeared on MBC's Infinite Challenge Hip-hop & History special as a featured guest for Yoo Jae-suk and Dok2's stage.[19]

On February 28, 2017, Lee featured on Code Kunst's single "X" from studio album Muggles Mansion. On March 28, Lee featured on Dok2's single "On & On" off studio album Reborn, where she participated in writing and composing.[20] On June 17 & 18, SBS' K-pop Star held a Kpop Star and Friends concert as a wrap up for the franchise after six seasons of airing, performances included Lee Hi and label-mate Akdong Musician.[21] On August 20, Lee appeared on SBS' Party People where she shared she suffered from minor panic attacks in the past, thus the creation of her 2016 hit single "Breathe".[22] On October 23, Lee featured on Epik High's single "Here Come the Regrets" from studio album We've Done Something Wonderful. On March 21, 2018 Lee's Japanese debut album was released, thus embarking on her Japan tour at stops including Tokyo and Osaka.[23] On October 19, Lee collaborated with the film Bohemian Rhapsody and released a cover soundtrack of Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody".[24]

2019–present: Career resurgence and label changes

On January 15, 2019 Lee released digital single "XI" with Code Kunst, the track was sang live for the first time on MBC Dreaming Radio.[25][26] Lee Hi made a comeback with her EP, 24°C, on May 30, 2019. The lead single, "No One" (featuring B.I), topped all charts in South Korea, including Melon, Genie and Mnet.[27] Among the tracks, she released the self-written and produced song "20Min".[28][29] Lee received her first music show win for single "No One" through Mnet's M Countdown on June 6.[30] Following the end of Lee's contract with YG Entertainment, on December 31, it was revealed Lee had made the decision to not renew.[31]

In June 2020, Lee joined as a cast member for the fourth installment of JTBC show Begin Again from episode 4 to 6.[32] Ahead of her comeback with digital single "Holo", on July 22, AOMG revealed they had recruited Lee under the label and in result signed an exclusive contract with her.[33]

Endorsements

On March 9, 2017 Lee teamed up with highly known cosmetics brand MAC's Future Forward Collection in creating a special edition matte red lipstick under her stage name Lee Hi.[34] The lipstick was available worldwide in store and online in respective countries.[35][36] On July 28, Lee held a fan sign with MAC at Lotte World Mall, Seoul, South Korea. In collaboration with MAC and magazine Marie Claire, on October 15 Lee held an event showcasing stages of her songs as well as covers of other artists.[37]

Discography
Main article: Lee Hi discography

Filmography

Reality show
Date Network Title Notes Ref.
2011 SBS K-pop Star Contestant [4]
2016 Vlive Hi TV 10 Episodes [38]
2017 OnStyle Relationship Appeal Cast Member [39]
MBC King of Mask Singer Contestant [40]
2019 YouTube H24°I 5 Episodes [41]
2020 JTBC Begin Again Cast Member (Season 4, from episode 4) [32]

Concert and tour
  • Lee Hi 1st Concert "Secret Live RE HI" (2013)
  • Lee Hi 1st Japan Tour (2018)

Awards and nominations
Name of the award ceremony, year presented, edition, category, nominee of the award, and the result of the nomination
Edition Award ceremony Year Nominee(s) / Work(s) Category Result Ref.
World Music Awards 2012 "1, 2, 3, 4" World's Best Song Nominated
World's Best Video Nominated
2nd Gaon Chart Music Awards 2012 "1, 2, 3, 4" Song of the Year – November Won
6th 2016 "Breathe" Song of the Year – March Nominated
10th 2020 "HOLO" Artist of the Year – Digital Music (July) Nominated
3rd Genie Music Awards 2020 "HOLO" Best R&B/Soul Track Won
27th Golden Disc Awards 2012 "1, 2, 3, 4" Best Rookie Award Won
31st 2016 "Breathe" Digital Song Bonsang Won
35th 2020 "HOLO" Digital Song Bonsang Nominated
Lee Hi CURAPROX Popularity Award Nominated
11th Korean Music Awards 2014 Lee Hi Female Musician of the Year - Netizen Vote Won
8th Melon Music Awards 2016 Lee Hi Top 10 Artists Nominated
Seoulite Album of the Year Nominated
"Breathe" Best R&B / Soul Song Nominated
15th Mnet Asian Music Awards 2013 Lee Hi Best New Female Artist Nominated
Artist of the Year Nominated
"1, 2, 3, 4" Best Vocal Performance - Female Nominated
BC - UnionPay Song of the Year Nominated
18th 2016 Lee Hi Hotels Combined Artist of the Year Nominated
Best Female Artist Nominated
22nd 2020 Lee Hi Worldwide Fans’ Choice Top 10 Nominated
"Holo" Best HipHop & Urban Music Nominated
Song of the Year Nominated
22nd Seoul Music Awards 2012 "1, 2, 3, 4" New Artist Award Won
30th 2020 "HOLO" Best R&B Hip-Hop Award Pending

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