K-pop Demon Hunters' Hit 'Golden' Wins Big at Golden Globes: A Dream Come True for Star EJAE
EJAE took to the stage, visibly emotional, as she accepted the award for Best Original Song, Motion Picture at the 2026 Golden Globes. The win marks a historic moment for EJAE, becoming the first Korean-American to receive an award at the prestigious event.
In her heartfelt speech, EJAE reflected on her journey from being rejected and disappointed by her voice not being good enough to become a K-pop idol. However, she leveraged music as a means of survival, ultimately leading her to achieve her dream. Now, as a singer and songwriter, she expressed gratitude for being part of a song that is helping others overcome hardship and accept themselves.
This win also serves as a testament to the message conveyed through "Golden", which encourages fans not to give up on their dreams despite rejection. EJAE credited Netflix and Sony, as well as their teams, for supporting her voice and allowing her to shine.
The song, featured in the Best Original Song – Motion Picture category, was pitted against other notable tracks from various movies and musicals. "Golden" has already enjoyed significant success, spending 28 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaking at Number One.
As EJAE looks ahead to the upcoming Grammy Awards, where she may win in five categories, including Song of the Year, she expressed her gratitude to the fans of the movie who have shown unwavering support. With this accolade, EJAE solidifies her position as a talented artist and songwriter, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
Moreover, this achievement highlights the growing influence and recognition of K-pop globally, with "Golden" from KPop Demon Hunters becoming a beacon of hope for those struggling to find their place in the world.
EJAE took to the stage, visibly emotional, as she accepted the award for Best Original Song, Motion Picture at the 2026 Golden Globes. The win marks a historic moment for EJAE, becoming the first Korean-American to receive an award at the prestigious event.
In her heartfelt speech, EJAE reflected on her journey from being rejected and disappointed by her voice not being good enough to become a K-pop idol. However, she leveraged music as a means of survival, ultimately leading her to achieve her dream. Now, as a singer and songwriter, she expressed gratitude for being part of a song that is helping others overcome hardship and accept themselves.
This win also serves as a testament to the message conveyed through "Golden", which encourages fans not to give up on their dreams despite rejection. EJAE credited Netflix and Sony, as well as their teams, for supporting her voice and allowing her to shine.
The song, featured in the Best Original Song – Motion Picture category, was pitted against other notable tracks from various movies and musicals. "Golden" has already enjoyed significant success, spending 28 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaking at Number One.
As EJAE looks ahead to the upcoming Grammy Awards, where she may win in five categories, including Song of the Year, she expressed her gratitude to the fans of the movie who have shown unwavering support. With this accolade, EJAE solidifies her position as a talented artist and songwriter, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
Moreover, this achievement highlights the growing influence and recognition of K-pop globally, with "Golden" from KPop Demon Hunters becoming a beacon of hope for those struggling to find their place in the world.
I'm literally overjoyed to see an Asian artist win a major award like this! It's about time we saw more representation on that stage 
. I mean, EJAE's story is so inspiring - who wouldn't want to turn rejection into fuel for their passion? It shows us all that with hard work and determination, anything is possible 
. And let's be real, it's amazing to see a K-pop song get the recognition it deserves 
! This win is not just about EJAE, but also a testament to how far K-pop has come in recent years - we're seeing more artists breaking barriers and pushing boundaries all the time 
. Can't wait to see what the future holds for her and the rest of the K-pop scene! 
it's like, people say give up when things don't go as planned but she just used rejection as fuel to chase her dreams even harder 
. it's not just about her tho, it's about all the fans who believed in her and are still rockin' with "golden" 
like, music has this power to bring people together and help 'em through tough times 
I think it's so inspiring to see EJAE achieve her dreams after facing rejection 
. Her story is a perfect reminder that music can be our saving grace 
, and that with perseverance, we can overcome any obstacle 
. The fact that "Golden" has connected with fans worldwide and helped them through tough times is truly amazing 
. It's also a testament to the growing global influence of K-pop and how it's bringing people together 
. I'm excited to see what the future holds for EJAE and her music, and I'm sure she'll continue to make waves in the industry 
I'm literally crying over here! EJAE's win is not just about her, it's about all the underdogs out there who've been rejected and told they're not good enough. It's like, she took that rejection and used it to fuel her music. I mean, can you imagine having someone tell you your voice isn't good enough? That's gotta be tough! 
But EJAE proved them all wrong and now she's living her dream. I'm so inspired by her story! 
- remember when you could just play TLC's 'Waterfalls' on repeat and it'd still sound fire? Nowadays, K-pop is dominating everything, including award shows 
. The message of 'Golden' resonating with people worldwide? That's what it's all about!
but now she's living her dream and making music that means so much to others 
it's not like she invented the wheel or something. anyone can write a song that resonates with people, and i'm sure there are plenty of other talented artists out there who've been doing this for years without getting the recognition ejae deserves. plus, it's just another award in a long list of awards - it's not like she's gonna change the world or anything 