KPop Demon Hunters “Golden” Wins a Grammy: HUNTR/X Song Makes History
“Golden,” the breakout song from Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, has officially won a Grammy Award, giving the fictional girl group HUNTR/X another major milestone following the film’s worldwide success.
At the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, “Golden” won Best Song Written for Visual Media, marking a major achievement for the songwriters and the artists behind HUNTR/X.
The victory adds another major award to the growing list of achievements associated with KPop Demon Hunters and its soundtrack.
“Golden” Wins Best Song Written for Visual Media
“Golden” took home the Grammy in the Best Song Written for Visual Media category.
The Grammy category recognizes songwriting for music specifically created for and used in films, television, video games and other visual media.
The official Grammy records list EJAE, Joong Gyu Kwak, Yu Han Lee, Hee Dong Nam, Jeong Hoon Seo and Mark Sonnenblick among the credited songwriters for the winning song.
The song competed against tracks from films including TRON: Ares and Sinners.
HUNTR/X Takes “Golden” to the Grammys
Although HUNTR/X is a fictional group within KPop Demon Hunters, the music is performed by real artists.
EJAE provides Rumi’s singing voice, while Audrey Nuna performs Mira’s vocals and REI AMI performs Zoey’s vocals.
Together, they bring HUNTR/X‘s music to life outside the animated film. Netflix has identified the three performers as the real vocalists behind the fictional group’s members.
The Song Behind HUNTR/X‘s Biggest Moment
“Golden” plays a central role in the story of KPop Demon Hunters.
The song begins as a major performance for HUNTR/X, but its meaning develops alongside Rumi’s personal journey.
Its lyrics and performance connect with the group’s ambition while also reflecting the struggles faced by the three members.
The song eventually becomes one of the film’s defining musical moments.
Netflix’s behind-the-scenes coverage describes “Golden” as a key part of the movie’s story, particularly because the song connects the individual struggles of Rumi, Mira and Zoey to the larger supernatural conflict.
A Major Grammy Milestone for KPop Demon Hunters
The Grammy win adds to an already remarkable run for KPop Demon Hunters.
Before the Grammy Awards, “Golden” had already received significant recognition, including a Golden Globe win for Best Original Song.
The song was also nominated for Song of the Year at the 2026 Grammys. While “Golden” did not win that category, its nomination placed the songwriters behind the track among the year’s major songwriting contenders.
The Grammy win therefore represents a major achievement for the team behind the song.
Who Wrote “Golden”?
The Grammy’s official records credit multiple songwriters on “Golden,” including:
- EJAE
- Park Hong Jun
- Joong Gyu Kwak
- Yu Han Lee
- Hee Dong Nam
- Jeong Hoon Seo
- Mark Sonnenblick
The Grammy’s records were subsequently updated to include the additional songwriting credits.
EJAE is particularly connected to the song because she not only co-wrote “Golden” but also provides the singing voice for Rumi.
“Golden” and Rumi’s Story
For Rumi, “Golden” carries a meaning that goes beyond a typical idol performance.
Her journey throughout KPop Demon Hunters involves trying to understand who she really is while carrying a secret connected to her demon heritage.
The song becomes increasingly connected to that emotional conflict.
This makes “Golden” important both as a standalone soundtrack hit and as a storytelling device within the film.
The Real Voices Behind HUNTR/X
One of the interesting aspects of the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack is the distinction between the fictional characters and the real performers.
Rumi — EJAE
EJAE provides Rumi’s singing voice and is one of the songwriters behind “Golden.”
Mira — Audrey Nuna
Audrey Nuna provides Mira’s singing voice and performs as part of HUNTR/X‘s music.
Zoey — REI AMI
REI AMI provides Zoey’s singing voice, completing the vocal trio behind HUNTR/X.
Netflix has credited the three artists as the real voices behind HUNTR/X‘s music.
Why the Grammy Matters for KPop Demon Hunters
The Grammy victory demonstrates how far the music from an animated K-pop-inspired film has reached beyond the movie itself.
KPop Demon Hunterscreated fictional idols, but the songs were able to develop an audience independently of the film’s characters.
“Golden” has become particularly important to that success, serving simultaneously as a major soundtrack track, a central part of Rumi’s story and an award-winning song.
The Grammy recognition further establishes the soundtrack as one of the defining parts of the KPop Demon Hunters phenomenon.
What Comes Next for HUNTR/X?
With a KPop Demon Hunters sequel now in development, the Grammy success of “Golden” raises expectations for what could come next from HUNTR/X.
The original soundtrack established Rumi, Mira and Zoey as a fictional K-pop act with music capable of reaching audiences outside the film.
Future projects could give the group another opportunity to expand its music and story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did “Golden” win a Grammy?
Yes. “Golden” won the Best Song Written for Visual Media award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards in 2026.
Who sings “Golden”?
“Golden” is performed as a HUNTR/X song, with vocals from EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI.
Who sings Rumi’s parts in “Golden”?
EJAE provides Rumi’s singing voice.
Was “Golden” nominated for Song of the Year?
Yes. “Golden” received a Song of the Year nomination at the 2026 Grammys, although it did not win that category.
What Grammy did “Golden” win?
It won Best Song Written for Visual Media.
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This article is independently written by KWaveHub using publicly available information from official Grammy and Netflix sources.
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