South Korean singer Baek A-yeon has officially entered the world of artificial intelligence animation with her emotional contribution to an ambitious new project. The artist released her debut OST track titled 'My Universe' on November 26 at 6 PM, marking the beginning of a groundbreaking musical journey for the pure AI-animated film 'AstroChild in Lonely Planet'.
Revolutionary Release Strategy in Animation
What makes this project particularly innovative is its unprecedented release approach in the animation industry. The production team behind 'AstroChild in Lonely Planet' has planned a staggered release spanning approximately two years, during which they will unveil 24 episodic footage videos paired with 24 original soundtrack songs before finally releasing the completed trilogy of feature-length films.
This radical strategy allows creators at Studio 363 and Code Fantasia to maximize production quality as AI video technology evolves in real-time. Each OST corresponds to a specific episode themed around human emotions, with AI-generated visuals released sequentially alongside the music. This method represents a significant gamble that traditional animation schedules would never permit.
Musical Composition and Vocal Delivery
Baek A-yeon's opening track 'My Universe' is a medium-tempo ballad that showcases lyrical melodies with minimal string arrangements. The song highlights the singer's delicate vocal abilities as she effectively conveys deep emotions of longing and nostalgia.
The musical creation brought together talented songwriters Han Kyung-soo and Captain Planet, who collaborated on composing the track. The production and music direction were handled by Rubin, who has previously worked on albums for notable artists including Yoo Seung-woo and Yozoh, bringing considerable experience to the project.
From Award-Winning Short to Feature Ambition
The creative force behind this ambitious project is director Seo Tae-gyu, who previously made waves in the AI film community with his short film 'Voice'. This earlier work earned the gold prize at the 2025 Seoul International AI Film Festival and received invitations to several prestigious international festivals including the LA International AI Film Festival, Austin AI Film Festival, and Nu Wave AI Film Festival.
Director Seo's previous work explored themes of voiceless victims of humanity's actions through poetic stillness and trauma symbolism, earning critical praise for what reviewers described as a haunting whisper that pierces the heart. This established foundation in AI filmmaking positions him well for the ambitious AstroChild trilogy.
Star-Studded OST Lineup
Following Baek A-yeon's opening contribution, the OST lineup promises to deliver an emotional odyssey with confirmed participation from several prominent K-pop vocalists. The roster includes Lovelyz member Kei, known for her impressive trot singing abilities, and rising girl group CSR, whose name stands for First Love in Korean.
Additionally, singer Lee Woo has been confirmed for the project, with more artists expected to be announced gradually as the release schedule progresses. The collaboration between Kei and CSR is particularly noteworthy as both artists operate under ATOZ Entertainment, making their joint participation a strategic label collaboration.
Baek A-yeon herself brings considerable credentials to the project, having risen to fame as the second runner-up on the popular competition show 'K-Pop Star'. She achieved her biggest commercial success with the 2015 hit Shouldn't Have, which sold over 2.5 million digital downloads and ranked fourth on Melon's annual chart that year, establishing her as a formidable vocal talent in the Korean music industry.
This innovative fusion of AI animation and musical storytelling represents a significant step forward in both entertainment fields, potentially setting new standards for how animated content and music can be developed and released in the digital age.
