5 Facts About Lee Hi, the Melodious Soloist Who Turns Out to Be a SOPA Graduate

Kapanlagi.com - Lee Hi is a well-known soloist from South Korea. She is a soloist under the agency AOMG. In addition, she is also a soloist who is well-known for her melodious, unique voice, as well as her excellent vocal technique and interpretation. Lee Hi has many fans whom she refers to as HiceCream.

Before joining AOMG, Lee Hi was an artist under YG Entertainment. However, on December 31, 2019, Lee Hi decided not to renew her exclusive contract with YG Entertainment. Many people believe that she was a victim of YG Entertainment's promotional system, but Lee Hi denied these accusations.

Not only that, Lee Hi also has unique facts that you rarely hear and know. Curious, right? Let's find out more!

1. K-Pop Star 1 Runner-Up

Lee Hi (Credit: Instagram/Leehi_hi)

Usually, K-Pop idols join an agency through auditions conducted by the agency. However, it's a little different for Lee Hi. This beautiful girl joined YG Entertainment because she became one of the champions in a talent search competition.

Lee Hi was one of the contestants in the talent search competition called K-Pop Star Season 1, where she had to compete against thousands of contestants. But, thanks to her perseverance and hard work, she managed to become the runner-up in K-Pop Star Season 1.

2. SOPA Graduate

Lee Hi (Credit: Instagram/Leehi_hi)

Who doesn't know this school? SOPA or School of Performing Arts Seoul is one of the art schools located in Gung-dong, Guro-gu, Seoul, South Korea. This school focuses on teaching its students about stage performance, singing, dancing, and acting.

One of the alumni of this school is Lee Hi. This school is a breeding ground for K-Pop idols, and many famous idols have attended SOPA. This shows that Lee Hi's quality is exceptional, as proven by her stunning performances on stage.

3. Rookie Monster 2012

Lee Hi (Credit: Instagram/Leehi_hi)

After becoming the runner-up in the talent search competition K-Pop Star Season 1, she was immediately recruited by YG Entertainment and made her debut as a solo artist. She made her solo debut on October 28, 2012 with the single titled 1,2,3,4 which successfully took her to the top of the South Korean music charts.

Lee Hi achieved many accomplishments in her debut, she managed to obtain 667,549 downloads on various music platforms. She also received the Best Rookie Award at the Golden Disk Award and Seoul Music Award. Hence, she was dubbed as a rookie monster.

4. Career Opposed by Her Mother

Lee Hi (Credit: Instagram/Leehi_hi)

Who wouldn't be happy to have a talented child, with a beautiful voice and appearance. However, the mother of Lee Hi is different, she feels that Lee Hi should not be a singer and entertain others.

Lee Hi's mother opposed when she expressed her desire to become a singer. Despite being opposed by her mother, she continued to strive and never gave up. She also diligently practiced with the help of her vocal teacher, and Lee Hi dared to participate in various singing contests. 

5. Drawing Expert

Lee HI (Credit: Instagram/Leehi_hi)

Lee Hi is known as a soloist with extraordinary talents, skilled in singing, playing music, and also having a cute and funny appearance. She is also a soloist known for her high artistic soul.

In addition to singing and dancing, she also has another talent that is rarely known by many people, which is drawing. She can draw adorable and unique characters that have high artistic value.

Lee Hi is an example of a K-Pop idol who strives and pursues what she can do and what talents she possesses. Not only relying on talent, she also works hard to achieve popularity like she has now.

Written by: Andre'an Adhe Prastyo

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