Fresh off a whirlwind awards season and a Grammy win, EJAE is stepping back into the spotlight — this time with a deeply personal new single. The Grammy Award–winning singer-songwriter has released “Time After Time,” a track that leans into heartbreak, memory, and the emotional loops we all know too well.
And yes, it’s already striking a chord with fans.
🎵 A Melody That Refused to Fade
“Time After Time” marks EJAE’s second solo release following last year’s In Another World. But this one feels more intimate. The song captures that familiar cycle of thinking about someone long after the relationship is technically over — when the heart hasn’t quite caught up with reality.
Speaking about the track, EJAE shared that the melody stayed with her for years — much like the person who inspired it. That emotional persistence shapes the entire vibe of the song. It’s catchy, but there’s a quiet ache underneath.
Released under Universal Music Group, the single is now available across major streaming platforms.
🌍 From K-Pop Hitmaker to Global Voice
EJAE’s journey over the past year has been nothing short of explosive. She soared to global recognition through Netflix’s animated sensation KPop Demon Hunters, where she served as the singing voice of Rumi.
The fictional girl group Huntr/X from the film didn’t just trend — they dominated charts, scoring four Billboard Top 10 songs. One of those tracks, “Golden,” turned into an awards-season powerhouse.
🏆 Awards Season Glory
“Golden,” co-written with Mark Sonnenblick, IDO, and TEDDY, earned EJAE a Critics Choice Award and a Golden Globe. The song is also nominated for an Academy Award, further cementing her crossover success.
Her Grammy win became an emotional milestone. In a heartfelt message, EJAE admitted she was still processing the honor — describing it as a dream that once felt impossible. She also reflected on what the recognition means to her as an Asian-American woman in the music industry, calling it a reminder to stay resilient and take creative risks.
She has also been named one of Variety’s “10 Artisans to Watch” in songwriting and will be honored at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s Variety Artisans Awards for her work on “Golden.”
✍️ The Songwriter Behind the Scenes
Long before her solo spotlight, EJAE was already shaping the sound of K-pop. Her songwriting credits include hits like AESPA’s “Drama” and “Armageddon,” Red Velvet’s “Psycho,” and collaborations with major acts such as Le Sserafim, TWICE, Taeyeon, NMIXX, and FiftyFifty.
In other words, she didn’t just arrive — she’s been building this moment for years.
🎧 Final Words
With “Time After Time,” EJAE isn’t chasing chart dominance — she’s leaning into vulnerability. It’s infectious, yes, but also emotionally grounded.
After a year filled with trophies, nominations, and global recognition, this single feels like a reminder of where it all begins: a melody, a memory, and a story that refuses to fade.
If heartbreak had a replay button, this might just be its soundtrack.
