“Golden,” from the smash hit Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters, won Best Original Song (Motion Picture) at the 2026 Golden Globes, and the track’s singer and songwriter EJAE accepted the award by delivering a poignant message about perseverance.
“When I was a little girl, I worked tirelessly for 10 years to fill one dream: to become a K-pop idol. And I was rejected and disappointed my voice wasn’t good enough,” EJAE said, award in hand. “So, I leaned on songs and music to get through it — and now I’m here as a singer and a songwriter.”
“This award goes to people who’ve had their doors closed at them,” she said to close out her speech. “I can confidently say that rejection is redirection, and so never give up. It’s never too late to shine like you were born to be.”
Watch EJAE’s full Golden Globes speech below. You can also see a full, updated list of all of the 2026 Golden Globe here. Then, revisit our cover story with KPop Demon Hunters directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans.
“Golden” from Kpop Demon Hunters won Best Original Song at the 2026 Golden Globes. pic.twitter.com/rFuRhiiFVl
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