Berklee Today: Wang Leehom, West Meets East

Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and movie star Wang Leehom '99 has become a cultural icon for a generation of Asian youth.
October 22, 2009

Wang Leehom's name and face are so instantly recognizable in Asia that a simple trip to the grocery store quickly becomes a tabloid event. He has had numerous radio hits and million-selling records, and his acting talents have led to silver-screen collaborations with major figures in the film world. He is also ubiquitous in Asian ad campaigns for McDonald's, Coke, Suzuki motorcycles, Elite Shoes, and many more. His American roots and serious approach to Chinese language and culture have yielded a winning combination, making the Berklee alumnus a cultural icon for a rising generation of Asian youth. Read an interview with Leehom in Berklee Today.