Gin Lee Wins Grand Slam of Female Singer Gold Awards After Dashing Between Two Shows
The Hong Kong singer raced from a concert at Kai Tak to the CHILL CLUB awards, arriving with torn stockings and broken nails to claim her second consecutive top female prize.
HONG KONG —
Key facts
- Gin Lee won 'Top Ten Songs' for 'Byakuyako' and 'Female Singer Gold' at the CHILL CLUB Awards 25/26.
- She achieved a grand slam by winning Female Singer Gold at all four major Hong Kong music awards.
- Lee performed at the Emperor Group concert at Kai Tak before rushing to the AsiaWorld-Expo for the awards.
- She described the journey as fraught with rain, traffic, and a last-minute gate entry issue.
- Lee wore a red Sailor Moon-inspired outfit, hoping for super speed to make it on time.
- She admitted to being 'on edge for a month' when she learned the two events were scheduled on the same night.
A Night of Two Stages
Hong Kong singer Gin Lee pulled off a logistical feat on the night of the CHILL CLUB推介榜年度推介25/26, dashing from a performance at the Kai Tak venue to the AsiaWorld-Expo to collect two major awards. She won 'Top Ten Songs' for her track 'Byakuyako' and retained the 'Female Singer Gold' award for the second consecutive year. The double victory also completed a grand slam: Lee has now won the top female singer prize at all four major local music award ceremonies.
The Harrowing Dash
Lee described the journey as a race against time, with multiple obstacles. 'The weather was bad, the roads were slippery, and when we got to the gate, we couldn't get in. The whole car was nervous,' she recounted. She changed into red sneakers backstage, hoping for superpowers to run faster. 'I ran so hard my stockings tore, my nails broke, and my makeup was ruined — but it was worth it,' she said. The singer admitted to being 'on edge for a month' after learning the two events were scheduled on the same night, and she spent weeks coordinating schedules.
Emotional Reflections on the Awards
Upon receiving her awards, Lee expressed mixed emotions. 'I was a bit out of breath on stage,' she joked. Later, she said, 'The journey to the podium is not easy — it's like a singer's career.' She likened her grand slam to collecting stamps, calling it a milestone worth celebrating. 'I'll treat my team to a nice meal,' she said. Lee also noted that winning the gold is a good start, but 'the road is still long.'
Kai Tak Performance and Backstage Encounters
Lee described performing at the massive Kai Tak venue as both thrilling and nerve-wracking. 'My heart was pounding. The audience was so enthusiastic, my adrenaline shot up,' she said. Backstage, she only briefly saw fellow singer Gillian Chung, who said goodbye. Asked if she had seen newlywed Charlene Choi, Lee said no, but added, 'I'm really happy for her.' When asked about her own marriage plans, she replied, 'I don't have that vision yet. I'll work a few more years first.'
Grand Slam Achievement in Context
Lee's grand slam places her among an elite group of Hong Kong female singers who have swept all four major awards: the Commercial Radio Hong Kong Ultimate Song Chart Awards, the RTHK Top Ten Gold Songs Awards, the Metro Radio Hits Awards, and now the CHILL CLUB推介榜年度推介. The feat underscores her sustained popularity and commercial success in a competitive Cantopop landscape. Her win also highlights the growing importance of the CHILL CLUB awards, which have become a key barometer of industry recognition.
What Lies Ahead
Lee remains focused on her career, stating that the gold award is 'a good beginning' but that she intends to 'work for a few more years' before considering personal milestones. The singer's ability to balance high-profile performances and award commitments suggests she will continue to be a dominant force in Hong Kong music. With her grand slam secured, industry observers will watch to see if she can maintain her momentum in the coming year.
The bottom line
- Gin Lee won Female Singer Gold at the CHILL CLUB Awards for the second straight year, completing a grand slam of all four major Hong Kong music awards.
- She performed at the Emperor Group concert at Kai Tak before racing to the AsiaWorld-Expo, overcoming rain, traffic, and gate issues.
- Lee's red Sailor Moon-inspired outfit and sneakers symbolized her hope for super speed to make the journey.
- She described the night as emotionally and physically taxing, but worth the achievement.
- The singer has no immediate plans for marriage, prioritizing her career for the next few years.
- Her grand slam cements her status as one of Hong Kong's top female singers in the current Cantopop scene.
