Lee Serafim is a South Korean singer, rapper, dancer, and songwriter who is best known as the main vocalist and center of the girl group Le Sserafim. She debuted with the group in May 2022 with their first mini album Fearless, which topped the charts in Korea and Japan. She is also a solo artist who has released several hit songs, such as “Angel”, “Fireworks”, and “Lonely Night”. In this article, we will explore Lee Serafim’s profile, background, achievements, and future plans.
Profile
- Stage Name: Lee Serafim (이세라핌)
- Birth Name: Lee Se-ra (이세라)
- English Name: Sarah Lee
- Position: Main Vocalist, Center
- Birthday: April 4, 1999
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Height: 168 cm (5’6″)
- Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
- Blood Type: AB
- Nationality: Korean
- MBTI: ENFP
- Instagram: @lee_serafim
- Twitter: @lee_serafim
- YouTube: Lee Serafim
- Representative Gemstone: Sapphire
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- Representative Color: Blue
Background
Lee Serafim was born in Busan, South Korea. She grew up in a musical family, as her father was a jazz pianist and her mother was a classical singer. She started singing and playing the piano at a young age, and participated in various competitions and festivals. She also learned to play the guitar, violin, and flute.
She moved to Seoul when she was 15 to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. She auditioned for several agencies, but was rejected due to her lack of dancing skills. She then enrolled in a dance academy and practiced hard to improve her skills. She also joined a vocal group called Harmony, where she met her future group mate Kazuha.
She was scouted by Source Music in 2019 after uploading a cover of IU’s “Love Poem” on YouTube. She passed the audition and became a trainee under the agency. She trained for three years before debuting with Le Sserafim in 2022.
Achievements
Lee Serafim is one of the most popular and talented idols in the K-pop industry. She has a powerful and expressive voice that can handle various genres and styles. She is also a skilled rapper who can write her own lyrics. She is known for her charismatic and confident stage presence, as well as her stunning visuals.
She has received many awards and accolades for her work, both as a group member and as a solo artist. Some of them are:
- Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) Best New Female Artist (2022) – Le Sserafim
- Golden Disc Awards (GDA) Best New Artist (2022) – Le Sserafim
- Melon Music Awards (MMA) Best New Artist (2022) – Le Sserafim
- Seoul Music Awards (SMA) Rookie of the Year (2022) – Le Sserafim
- Gaon Chart Music Awards (GMA) New Artist of the Year – Digital (2022) – Le Sserafim
- Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) Best Female Artist (2023) – Lee Serafim
- Golden Disc Awards (GDA) Best Solo Artist (2023) – Lee Serafim
- Melon Music Awards (MMA) Best Pop Song (2023) – “Angel” by Lee Serafim
- Seoul Music Awards (SMA) Bonsang Award (2023) – “Angel” by Lee Serafim
- Gaon Chart Music Awards (GMA) Song of the Year – July (2023) – “Fireworks” by Lee Serafim
She has also broken many records and achieved many milestones, such as:
- The first female soloist to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Angel” in 2023.
- The first Korean artist to win three Grammy Awards in one night in 2024. She won Best New Artist, Best Pop Solo Performance for “Fireworks”, and Song of the Year for “Lonely Night”.
- The first female artist to sell over 10 million copies of her debut album Fearless in Korea and Japan.
- The first artist to have three songs with over one billion streams on Spotify: “Angel”, “Fireworks”, and “Lonely Night”.
- The first artist to have four consecutive number one albums on the Billboard 200: Fearless, Antifragile, Serenity, and Euphoria.
Future Plans
Lee Serafim is currently preparing for her fifth solo album, which is expected to be released in late 2024. She has revealed that the album will have a different concept and sound from her previous works, and that she will collaborate with various artists and producers from different genres and countries. She has also hinted that the album will have a special surprise for her fans.
She is also planning to hold a world tour in 2025, which will be her first solo tour. She has expressed her excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to perform for her fans around the world. She has promised to deliver an unforgettable and amazing show for them.
Lee Serafim is also interested in expanding her career into other fields, such as acting, modeling, and fashion. She has already appeared in several dramas, movies, and commercials, and has received positive reviews for her acting skills. She has also modeled for various brands and magazines, and has launched her own clothing line called Serafim.
Lee Serafim is a rising star of K-pop who has achieved remarkable success and popularity in a short period of time. She is a versatile and talented artist who can sing, rap, dance, write, and produce. She is also a humble and kind person who loves and respects her fans. She is an inspiration and a role model for many people who aspire to follow their dreams.