{"id":246789,"date":"2026-02-10T23:47:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T14:47:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tenbizt.com\/en\/news\/uncategorized\/2026\/02\/10\/5-years-later-lee-da-yeol-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T16:03:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T07:03:37","slug":"5-years-later-lee-da-yeol-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tenbizt.com\/en\/news\/music\/2026\/02\/10\/5-years-later-lee-da-yeol-2\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Years Later: Lee Da-yeol&#8217;s Emotional Return with &#8216;Star Tree&#8217; &#8211; A Must-Listen for K-Pop Fans!"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/contents-cdn.viewus.co.kr\/image\/2026\/02\/CP-2022-0006\/image-d77bb4a2-8dd0-4449-b1f4-396f7f3faccf.jpeg\" alt=\"&nbsp;Lee Dae-yeol\" \/><figcaption>&nbsp;Lee Dae-yeol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p> Lee Dae-yeol, formerly of the K-pop group Golden Child, is embarking on a new journey as a solo artist. <\/p>\n<p> On February 10 at noon, he dropped his latest single &#8220;Star Tree&#8221; across major streaming platforms. The track is a poignant reflection on Lee&#8217;s steadfast leadership and the growth of his fellow members, likening their journey to a tree with blossoming flowers. The song&#8217;s emotional depth stems from the intertwining of their shared experiences and mutual affection. <\/p>\n<p> Adding a layer of significance to the release, TAG, Lee&#8217;s former Golden Child bandmate, contributed as both lyricist and composer. TAG&#8217;s lyrics cleverly use the metaphor of Lee as the tree and the members as petals, conveying that even as time passes, their shared path remains a beautiful &#8220;flower road&#8221; &#8211; a testament to their enduring bond. The song aims to showcase both Lee&#8217;s resilience as a long-standing leader and his warmth as a person. <\/p>\n<p> This marks Lee&#8217;s return to solo work after a five-year hiatus. His last individual effort was &#8220;We Flow Out the Window,&#8221; featured on Golden Child&#8217;s second full-length album &#8220;Game Changer&#8221; in September 2021. Now, nearly four and a half years later, he&#8217;s back with his first single under his own name, a milestone in his career. <\/p>\n<p> Lee made his debut with Golden Child in 2017, quickly establishing himself as the group&#8217;s lead vocalist. Known for his ability to deliver flawless vocals even during complex choreography, Lee&#8217;s clean, unembellished vocal style and clear timbre set him apart. His cover of Seo Ji-won&#8217;s &#8220;Gather My Tears,&#8221; released on the YouTube channel &#8220;The Live&#8221; in 2021, perfectly encapsulates his vocal prowess. <\/p>\n<p> Following Golden Child&#8217;s disbandment process in 2024, Lee took a step back from releasing music. Now, over a year after the group&#8217;s activities concluded, he&#8217;s making his comeback. &#8220;Star Tree&#8221; is generating buzz among fans as Lee&#8217;s first official solo single. Industry insiders expect the track to resonate strongly with K-pop enthusiasts, as it highlights Lee&#8217;s exceptional vocal abilities. <\/p>\n<p> As Lee Dae-yeol launches this new chapter in his career with the release of &#8220;Star Tree,&#8221; all eyes are on the former Golden Child member. 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