Yoga Lin Biography: Books, Age, Movies, Wife, Awards, Net Worth, Songs, Ethnicity, Parents

Yoga Lin is a Taiwanese singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained widespread fame after winning the first season of One Million Star in 2007, a breakthrough that launched him into the forefront of the Mandopop industry.

Known for his musical versatility and poetic lyricism, Lin has since become one of Taiwan’s most respected contemporary artists, blending pop, jazz, alternative rock, and electronic influences into his work.

Profile

• Full name: Yoga Lin Youjia (林宥嘉)
• Date of birth: July 1, 1987
• Age: 38 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Chaozhou, Pingtung County, Taiwan
• State of origin: Pingtung County
• Nationality: Taiwanese
• Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Actor
• Height: 1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)
• Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)
• Eye color: Brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: One younger sister
• Spouse: Kiki Ting
• Children: Kubbe Lin and Pippi Lin
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Buddhism
• Ethnicity: Han Chinese
• Net worth: $9 million

Early Life and Education

Lin Youjia (38 years old) was born on July 1, 1987 in Chaozhou, Pingtung County, Taiwan. His parents, provided him with a stable upbringing rooted in humility and self-discipline.

From an early age, Lin showed a strong interest in music, particularly in singing and playing instruments. He developed his stage confidence while studying at National Dong Hwa University, where he majored in Drama and Theatre.

Personal Life

Yoga Lin married Kiki Ting (Ding Wenqi), a Taiwanese singer and actress, in June 2017 after a five-year relationship. Their wedding, held in Taipei, was a private yet widely celebrated event within the Taiwanese entertainment community. The couple have two children: Kubbe Lin and Pippi Lin.

Career

Yoga Lin’s rise to fame began in 2007 when he won the inaugural season of One Million Star (超級星光大道), a singing competition often dubbed “Taiwan’s American Idol.” His reinterpretations of classic songs such as Creep (by Radiohead) and Fairy Tale (by Michael Wong) demonstrated his vocal versatility and emotional intelligence, earning him national recognition.

After his victory, Lin signed with HIM International Music, the same label behind artists like S.H.E and Lala Hsu. He released his debut album Mystery Guest in 2009, a critically acclaimed work that explored avant-garde pop and alternative sounds. The album won him the Golden Melody Award for Best New Artist (2009) and cemented his place in Mandopop.

He continued his journey with albums such as:

• Senses Around (2010)
• Perfect Life (2011)
• Fiction (2012)
• Jazz Channel (2013) – showcasing his love for jazz fusion
• Sell Like Hot Cakes (2016) – nominated for Best Mandarin Album at the 28th Golden Melody Awards
• Idol (2021) – a deeply personal album exploring self-identity and love

Throughout his career, Lin has been praised for pushing musical boundaries, fusing electronic, indie, and experimental elements with mainstream Mandopop.

Beyond music, Lin has appeared in stage plays, television shows, and films, notably Live in Dreams (2015) and The Wonder (2018). He’s also served as a mentor on Taiwanese music programs such as Jungle Voice, nurturing new generations of singers.

Awards and Nominations

• Golden Melody Award – Best New Artist (2009)
• Global Chinese Music Awards – Best Male Singer (2012)
• Metro Radio Hits Awards – Favorite Male Singer (2015)
• Golden Melody Award – Nominee for Best Mandarin Album (2017) for Sell Like Hot Cakes
• KKBOX Music Awards – Top 10 Artists (Multiple Years)
• Hito Music Award – Best Live Performance (2019)

Net Worth

Yoga Lin’s net worth is estimated at $9 million. His earnings come from a combination of album sales, sold-out tours, songwriting royalties, and brand endorsements.

Social Media

• Instagram: @yogalin
• YouTube: Yoga Lin Official

Filmography

• Live in Dreams (2015)
• The Wonder (2018)
• Echo of Youth (2023, cameo appearance)

Discography

• Mystery Guest (2009)
• Senses Around (2010)
• Perfect Life (2011)
• Fiction (2012)
• Jazz Channel (2013)
• Sell Like Hot Cakes (2016)
• Idol (2021)

Books

• The Art of Silence: Notes from My Musical Journey (2020)