Ailee

Personal Details :

Full Name: Amy Lee
Korean Name: Lee Ye-jin (이예진)
Stage Name: Ailee
Date of Birth: May 30, 1989
Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, United States
Nationality: American (of Korean descent)
Height: 164 cm (5′5″)
Weight: Approx. 50 kg
Blood Type: O
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Languages: Fluent in English and Korean
Education: Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, briefly attended Pace University (Communications)
Debut: February 2012 (with single “Heaven”)

Debuted in 2012 with the chart-topping single “Heaven,” gaining immediate critical acclaim.
Released multiple hit singles and EPs including “I Will Show You,” “Don’t Touch Me,” and “Room Shaker.”
Known for powerful vocals, often compared to Beyoncé in Korea.
Contributed to many top drama OSTs including “Goblin” and “Doom at Your Service.”
Released her studio albums: Vivid (2015), Butterfly (2019), Lovin’ (2021), and I’m Lovin’ Amy (2023).
Participated in numerous variety shows and concerts, and held solo tours across Korea and internationally.
Actively supports rookie singers and often collaborates with other artists.

Born and raised in New Jersey, USA, before moving to Korea in 2010 to pursue music.
Married actor and businessman Choi Si-hun in April 2025.
Enjoys cooking, dancing, and playing the piano.
She is known for her friendly, funny, and down-to-earth personality.
She is a Christian and often speaks about her faith and values.

Estimated Net Worth: $10–12 million (as of 2024–2025)
Main Income Sources: Music sales, OSTs, concerts, endorsements, and YouTube
Assets: Owns real estate in Seoul and a personal recording studio
Brand Collaborations: Endorsed several Korean and international beauty/fashion brands

Won Best New Artist awards from MAMA, Melon, Golden Disc, and Seoul Music Awards in 2012.
Received Mnet Asian Music Award for Best Female Vocal Performance (2013–2016).
Won “OST of the Year” for “I Will Go to You Like the First Snow.”
Over 20 major music awards and over 50 nominations.
Achieved multiple Perfect All-Kills on Korean digital charts.

Nicknamed the “Korean Beyoncé” for her strong stage presence and vocal power.
Auditioned for YMC Entertainment with a Whitney Houston cover and stunned judges.
Was a YouTube singer before debuting and had a strong fan base online.
Often mentors young idol trainees and aspiring vocalists.
Loves Korean barbecue and bubble tea.
Her fans are officially called “Aileean.”