This profile was updated on 2024-October-8

Emei

Emei, born Emily Li, is an alt-pop musician hailing from New Jersey. She gained recognition with her viral hit "Late to the Party," which showcases her talent for weaving personal narratives into infectious melodies. A graduate of Yale University, Emei finds inspiration in artists such as Amy Winehouse and connects with her audience through captivating performances and active social media engagement.

About Emei

Stage Name: Emei
Birth Name: Emily Li
Nationality: American (born in New Jersey to Chinese immigrant parents)

Career highlights

Debut year: 2021
Genre: Alt-pop
Instruments played: Vocals
Influences: Amy Winehouse, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, Musical theater

About Emei

Stage Name: Emei
Birth Name: Emily Li
Nationality: American (born in New Jersey to Chinese immigrant parents)

Career highlights

Debut year: 2021
Genre: Alt-pop
Instruments played: Vocals
Influences: Amy Winehouse, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, Musical theater

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Emei profile

Emei was born in New Jersey to Chinese immigrant parents.
She competed on Chinese Idol at the age of 15, finishing in third place.
Emei also competed on the Chinese version of Dancing with the Stars.
She graduated from Yale University with a degree in cognitive science in 2022.
Her stage name is a blend of her English nickname, Emmy, and her Chinese name, An Mei.
Emei’s debut single, “Distracted,” was released in 2021.
Her breakthrough came with the 2022 single “Late to the Party,” which went viral on social media platforms.
She released her debut EP, “End of an Era,” in October 2022.
Emei performed during an NBA halftime show in L.A. in January 2023.
Her single “Scatterbrain” was released in February 2023 and achieved significant streaming numbers.
In 2023, she released an EP titled “Scatterbrain,” which explores themes such as dealing with ADHD, social anxiety, and self-sabotage.
Emei announced plans for a new EP titled “RABBITHOLE” and a world tour in 2024, loosely inspired by Alice In Wonderland.
She is known for her emotional and introspective songwriting, often drawing from personal experiences.
Emei enjoys live performances and engaging with her fans during shows.

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