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Lee Mu Jin
ArtistBig Planet Made Entertainment

Lee Mu Jin

Lee Mu Jin (이무진, born December 28, 2000, in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province) is a South Korean singer-songwriter who rose to fame after placing third on the music audition show Sing Again in 2020. His authentic vocal style and emotional delivery quickly resonated with Korean audiences. His breakthrough single "Traffic Light" (2021) became a cultural phenomenon, spending three weeks at number one on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart and earning him widespread recognition. The song's success established Lee Mu Jin as one of the most promising new voices in Korean music. Before his television breakthrough, Lee Mu Jin honed his craft at the Seoul Institute of the Arts. His musical style blends folk, ballad, and trot influences, creating a distinctive sound that appeals across generations. He has cited artists like Lee Moon-sae and Lee Seung-hwan as major influences. Lee Mu Jin signed with Big Planet Made Entertainment and has released several singles including "Memories of Spring," "Signal," and "Rain and You." He has also collaborated with various artists and performed on popular variety shows, cementing his status as a versatile entertainer. In March 2026, he filed for contract termination with Big Planet Made Entertainment.
1 articles7 creditsDebut: May 14, 2021South Korean

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Lee Mu-jin in 2021 Marie Claire Korea interview (CC BY 3.0, YouTube/@marieclaire_kr)

Discography

2025
RememberOST
Solo Artist
2024
ProposeSingle
Solo Artist
2023
Ordinary ConfessionSingle
Solo Artist
2022
SweetOST
Solo Artist
2021
Traffic LightSingle
Solo Artist
2021
MusicSingle
Solo Artist
2021
Come Rest With MeOST
Solo Artist

Fans Also Ask

When did Lee Mu Jin debut?
Lee Mu Jin gained public attention in 2020 on Sing Again, placing third. His official solo career began in 2021 with the release of Traffic Light under Big Planet Made Entertainment.
What is Lee Mu Jin's most famous song?
Traffic Light (2021) is Lee Mu Jin's most famous song. It topped South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart for three weeks and became one of the year's biggest hits.
What genre does Lee Mu Jin sing?
Lee Mu Jin's music blends folk, ballad, and trot influences with modern pop sensibilities. His authentic vocal style and emotional delivery appeal across all age groups.
Where is Lee Mu Jin from?
Lee Mu Jin was born on December 28, 2000 in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. He studied at the Seoul Institute of the Arts before his music career.
What label is Lee Mu Jin signed to?
Lee Mu Jin was signed to Big Planet Made Entertainment. In March 2026, he filed for contract termination with the label.

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