Belinda Song 'NEVER GIVE UP' Wins Intercontinental Music Awards 2026

Belinda Song is celebrating a massive milestone after her hit release "NEVER GIVE UP" officially won at the 2026 InterContinental Music Awards (ICMA) 'Best North America - POP' category'. Expressing absolute disbelief and pure joy, the multi-award-winning artist shares her profound gratitude toward the ICMA panel of judges for granting her such an incredible honor. This latest achievement further solidifies her presence in the industry, adding another prestigious accolade to her growing collection.

This major victory stands proudly alongside her prior triumphs, which include being named a winner at both the International Songwriting Competition (an official BMI partner) and the Global Music Awards.

Described as a beautiful love anthem that passionately serenades love, "NEVER GIVE UP" has quickly become a highly decorated release. The momentum from these back-to-back wins is propelling her music journey to new heights as she continues to capture the hearts of listeners and critics alike.

Fans and supporters looking to dive into the award-winning music journey can find more information by visiting her official website at BelindaSong.com. To stream the track in Super Surround Sound Ultra HD Audio, watch the lyrics video, or order exclusive physical CD and vinyl copies. The full list of esteemed winners can also be viewed directly on the official InterContinental Music Awards website.

"NEVER GIVE UP" - Critically Acclaimed Love Ballad Contends the 69th Annual Grammys®

Epic Sonic Music & Films and acclaimed singer, songwriter, and music producer Belinda Song are deeply honored to announce their official participation in the 69th Annual GRAMMY® Awards. Marking Epic Sonic Music & Films' second consecutive year within the prestigious GRAMMY® circuit, the team enters this season’s celebration driven purely by their shared passion and enduring love for music and films, holding no expectations but immense gratitude for the journey.

In contention for this year's Grammy® Award is "Never Give Up," a critically acclaimed masterpiece described as a "powerful ballad that serenades love". The original movie soundtrack serves as the soundscape for “Never Give Up: 3D Short Film”, an immersive media project tailored for virtual reality headsets including the Apple Vision Pro, Galaxy XR, and Meta Quest 3. This enhanced level of production paves the way for Epic Sonic Music & Films to become the forerunner of ‘cross-medium entertainment.’

Contending for 'Song Written for Visual Media'

• 3D Visual and Immersive Audio Integration: Unlike traditional flat-screen movies, the 3D Movie is produced with Unreal Engine 3D visual modeling and Dolby Atmos immersive audio. The audio moves dynamically around the listener in a virtual soundscape, tying the emotional resonance of the lyrics directly to the character's movements in the 3D environment.
  
  
• Music Awards and Festival Recognition: : Never Give Up and its companion 3D Short Film have earned major music awards and accolades on the international festival circuit - including WINNING the ‘International Songwriting Competition (ISC – a BMI Partner) in category of ‘Best Performance’, the ‘InterContinental Music Awards’ in category of North America Best Pop category. Full list of awards can be found here:  https://linktr.ee/BelindaSongAwards
  
  
• Cross-Platform Immersive Distribution: By targeting next-generation virtual-reality headsets (Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3, and emerging VR communities), the movie soundtrack bridges traditional soundtrack with the frontier of dynamic storytelling in the virtual space.
  
  

A Decorated Musical Journey

Never Give Up has captured the hearts of international audiences and industry award bodies alike, garnering a staggering 22 awards, 12 nominations, and numerous official selections across the globe.

The astronomical success of "Never Give Up" is underscored by a series of high-profile global awards and accolades throughout its run, including:

• International Songwriting Competition (ISC – a BMI Partner): Honored as the WINNER of the ‘Best Performance category.
• InterContinental Music Awards - WINNER of 'North America' Best Pop category.
• Global Music Awards 2026: Winner of the prestigious 'Best Music Video Award'.
• World Songwriting Awards: Recognized in the ‘Top 10 Best Pop Songs’.
• Sofia World Film Festival: Triple WINS in categories of Best Original Song, Best Music Video, and Best Romance.
• Josie Music Awards Nominee: Nominated in 3 categories for 'Social Impact Song of the Year', 'Social Impact Video of the Year', and 'Best Musical Film of the Year'.
• InterContinental Music Awards: Finalist representing North America in the ‘Pop Music’ category.
• Film Festival Circuit - Awards and Official Selection statuses: Earned coveted Official Selection statues at the K-CULTURE International Film Festival in Seoul, the LUMINA Film Festival in Prague, the World Premiere Film Awards in Los Angeles, the Paris International Film Festival, the Sofia International Film Festival, just to name a few.
  
  

 An Inspiring Message

 "Never Give Up" is an emotionally resonant ballad that weaves a powerful message of unwavering romantic optimism, destiny, and the resilience of the heart. The ballad serves as an inspiration for embracing fate in a challenging world, encouraging listeners to protect their inner vulnerability, find strength in imagination, and steadfastly believe that true love will always find its way. By blending these deeply moving lyrical themes with cutting-edge spatial audio engineering, the track transcends traditional songwriting to deliver a profound, multi-sensory emotional experience that perfectly anchors the narrative of Never Give Up: 3D Short Film.

Click here to listen and view 'Never Give Up': https://linktr.ee/NeverGiveUp.BestPopSong

Always Choose Love, https://linktr.ee/BelindaSongAwards ❤️

WINNER of International Songwriting Competition in Category of 'Best Performance' NEVER GIVE UP

 I WON! ..... So proud to be selected by the most prestigious songwriting competition in the world, as WINNER of ISC (International Songwriting Competition) in category of Best Performance for 'Never Give Up.' This is a big deal and a HUGE HONOR, a big milestone in my music journey. Totally elated to share this good news with you!!!  

Click here for full list of WINNERS: ISC WINNERS 2025-2026  

More about the acclaimed multi award-winning release:  https://linktr.ee/nevergiveup.bestpopsong

 Shoutout to Candace Avery and the ISC Team for the guidance, 
and to the esteemed Panel of Celebrity Judges including: 

Jason Mraz, Armin Van Buuren, Fantastic Negrito, Nancy Wilson (Heart), Andy Grammer, Tom Waits, 
Elle King, Sidewalk Prophets, and many more! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! 

 Thanking the Panel of Industry Judges:
-John Doelp (Sr. VP of A&R Operations, Columbia Records);
-Matt D'Arduini (Co-President, Arista Records);
-Jodie Cammidge (Managing Dir., Polydor Label Group);
-Anita Chinkes-Ratner (EVP/Creative Strategy, Paramount);
-Justin Prager (Sr. Dir. of Programming, VEVO);
-Peter Strickland (Gen. Mgr., BBR Music Group);
-Bruce Iglauer (Founder/President, Alligator Records);
-Daniel Glass (President/Founder, Glassnote Records);
-Richard Stumpf (CEO/Founder, Hawkeye Music Group);
-Ed Vetri (President, Wind-Up Records);
-Golnar Khosrowshahi (President, Reservoir Media Management);
-Jacob Edgar (Founder, Cumbancha);
-Anton Powers (Head of A&R, Ministry of Sound);
-Steven Rosen (President/Creative Marketing and Music Publishing, Regime Music Group);
-Joel Timen (VP of A&R and Publishing, Curb/Word Entertainment);
-Cesar Gomez Montoya (A&R, Codiscos);
-Jacqueline Post (Head of Publishing, Connection Music Publishing);
-Cory Robbins (Founder/President, Robbins Entertainment);
-Julie Nakahara (Editor/General Manager, Hot Diggity Media);
-Leib Ostrow (Founder/CEO, Music For Little People);
-Katherine Dines (Advisory Board and Magic Penny Award Chair, Children’s Music Network);
-Claire S. Green (President, Parents' Choice Foundation);
-Benjamin Groff (President, Brill Building Music Publishing);
-Tamara Conniff (EVP, Roc Nation Music Publishing);
-Julie Hurwitz (Founder, Songbird Creative);
-Michael Peek (Gen. Mgr., Armada Music Publishing);
-Carl Caprioglio (Founder/CEO, Oglio Entertainment);
-Elena Epstein (Director, National Parenting Product Awards)

WITH LOVE and GRATITUDE,

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT: 3D SHORT FILM, the Studio Album and Original 3D Movie Soundtrack

APPLE MUSIC EXCLUSIVE: "Love At First Sight: The 3D Short Film" (Love of a Thousand Years) Synopsis: A powerful 'eternal love' that spans a thousand years through different dimensions across parallel universes. No matter who, where, or when, the undying love find its way back to where it all begins.

SPATIAL quality Sci-Fi Fantasy project, within this uninhibited realm, imagination runs untamed, blurring the boundaries of both real and unreal world. Within each crossing wavelength of time and space, one truth endures: love is love - eternal, limitless, and unshakably true. As the world accelerates toward transformation, we may be quietly ushering chaos into our own future. Science fiction no longer feels fictional, and science itself has evolved beyond the limits of human design.

❤️ Best Science Fiction Short Film - Official Selection 'Asian Independent Film Festival' 5.2.2026 ❤️ ❤️ Official Selection 'Europe Music Video Awards' 8.4.2026❤️

❤️ Official Nominee 'Lumina International Film Festival' 8.18.2026❤️

                                         

       

                                                          MORE HERE:  https://linktr.ee/LoveAtFirstSight3D

Belinda Song & Epic Sonic Music pave the way for Decentralized Music & 3D VR Films

Epic Sonic Music has evolved beyond its origins to become a cross-medium entertainment company. ​Honored to be recognized as a forerunner in 'Decentralized Music,' our commitment to decentralization shapes everything we do, paving the way for a dynamic new era in how music is produced, shared, and enjoyed. We are dedicated to breaking boundaries across various forms of media, integrating music with other entertainment experiences to reach broader audiences. Utilizing Unreal Engine, CGI, Adobe 3D Studio,various visual Fx technique, and combining the 3D visuals with immersive 8D audio, our ultimate goal is to challenge and surpass traditional limits. Through this journey, I am determined to establish a LEGACY unlike any other, reflecting my individuality and vision, and leaving a lasting impact for the like-minded. My efforts are not just for personal fulfillment but are aimed at inspiring and paving the way for those who share similar ​aspirations.

SET ME FREE: 3D VR Movie Winner 'Diamond Globe Award' by NY Film Festival

and

'Best Music Video Award' by World Songwriting Awards

The journey toward self‑love begins with the audacity to walk away from what diminishes you. 

Leaving toxic relationships demands courage, inviting fear and uncertainty, but even the fiercest storms 

can be gateways to freedom. Choosing yourself is an act of quiet defiance, 

a luminous first step toward independence, renewal, and self‑discovery.

NEVER GIVE UP: 3D VR Movie
Winner
International Songwriting Competition (BMI Partner)
- and -
'Best Romance Short Film' by Sofia Inteernational Film Festival

Nominated 
'Social Impact Song of the Year'

'Best Musical Film of the Year'

'Social Impact Video of the Year' by Josie Music Awards
'ICON Award' by InterContinentalal Music Awards

Introducing Matteo Martini through a love story of unwavering faith and commitment, 

where two strangers - both seeking enduring love - find each other 

while overcoming trials on their journey toward ultimate union.

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT: 3D VR Movie
(Love of a Thousand Years)
Winner
Best 'Science Fiction Short Film' by Asian Int'l Film Festival
Nominee
'Best Sc-Fi Fantasy Music Video' by Lumina International Film Festival, Prague

A powerful 'eternal love' that spans a thousand years through different dimensions

across parallel universes. No matter who, where, or when, the undying love 

finds its way back to where it all begins.

NEVER GIVE UP (ROMANCE): 3D Fantasy Short Film

Winner

Best Music Video Award by 'World Premiere Film Awards'
Official Selection
K-Culture Int'l Film Festival, Seoul Korea

Somewhere in the 'Past-Future', where humans 

reside in a mesmerizing kingdom beneath the mysterious ocean depths,

a woman's heartfelt wish for true love and romance summon a stroke of heavenly magic
that could change her destiny forever.
3D VR version available on Apple VisionPro, MetaQuest3 and GalaxyXR

3D VR short films brought to you by,

EPIC SONIC MUSIC - A Cross-Medium Media Company.

ALWAYS CHOOSE LOVE.

https://linktr.ee/3dMoviesSoundtrack

NEVER GIVE UP: WINNER of International Songwriting Competition, Global Music Awards, World Songwriting Award, Europe MVA, Sofia Int'l Film Festival et al ..

On a WINNING STREAK: Belinda Song's Latest Release "NEVER GIVE UP' & 'Never Give Up: The Short Film' Racks Up Industry Acclamations Around the World!

Our 22st WIN so far in 2026!!! As of August, 2026. NEVER GIVE UP swept up the following awards:

⭐Official WINNER of InterContinental Music Awards - Pop Category
⭐3x Official Nominee Josie Music Awards
⭐WINNER - International Songwriting Competition / BMI Partner⭐'Official Select' World Premiere Film Awards
⭐'Official Selection' Turkey Istanbul Short Film Festival
⭐4 Honors by International Songwriting Competition / BMI Partner
AC (Adult Contemporary) + EDM (Dance Remix)
Top 40 (Pop) + Performance (Belinda Song)
⭐WINNER "Best Romance" by Sofia International Film Festival
3 Honors: Best Original Song + Best Romance + Best Music Video
⭐'Official Selection' Paris International Film Festival WINNER of Global Music Awards 2026 - Best Music video
 'Official Selection' Europe Music Video Awards
 'Official Seal of Excellence' accoladed by World Songwriting Awards,
as 'Top 10 Best Pop Song (worldwide)'

  'NEVER GIVE UP: The Short Film' is produced with Unreal Engine, 3D mapping, CGI and various Fx techniques to create an Intense Perceptual / Spatial Depth quality, delivering cinematic artistry with technical precision for immersive, detailed visuals and audio experience. Currently travelling the film festival circuit around the world. ** 3D version of the short film is also available on VR devices: MetaQuest3, Apple VisionPro and GalaxyVR.

​ [SYNOPSIS] 'NEVER GIVE UP: The Short Film'

Two strangers searching for eternal love are placed at opposite ends of Love Island. If they succeed to find each other despite the challenges, then they are destined to be together and their love will be inscribed in eternity.

WATCH & LISTEN HERE:https://linktr.ee/NeverGiveUp.BestPopSong 

NEVER GIVE UP: THE SHORT FILM

  

NEVER GIVE UP: 3D FANTASY SHORT FILM

Produced by (c) 2026 Epic Sonic Music & Epic Sonic Entertainment.

"NEVER GIVE UP" garnered OFFICIAL SEAL OF EXCELLENCE by World Songwriting Awards: TOP 10 BEST POP SONG (worldwide)

 

Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter Belinda Song Releases
Powerful Ballad 'Never Give Up'

 

   

Find out more at:
linktr.ee

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Belinda Song has achieved a remarkable milestone with her latest single, 'Never Give Up,' which has been awarded the prestigious 'Official Seal of Excellence' as one of the Top 10 Best Pop Songs worldwide by the World Songwriting Awards. The accompanying short film 'Never Give Up: The Short Film' also won the 2026 Global Music Award in category of Best Music Video, and garnered an Official Selection at the Europe Music Video Awards.

'Never Give Up' is a powerful ballad that encapsulates the essence of love, making it an ideal choice for weddings, celebrations, and heartfelt moments. Music reviewers from Coyote Music have hailed it as the "perfect love song," predicting it could easily find its way into a Disney movie soundtrack, further solidifying Belinda Song's place in the contemporary music landscape.

Belinda Song, originally from Miami, Florida, has been captivating audiences with her unique blend of pop and contemporary balladry. With a musical career that spans over a decade, she has consistently pushed the boundaries of her craft. Known for her emotive vocal style, uplifting and relatable lyrics, Belinda's previous works have earned her numerous accolades and a loyal fanbase.

Her latest music releases such as 'Titanium', 'Set Me Free' and 'Never Give Up' showcased her distinctive artistry as a singer/songwriter and quickly gained traction on various music charts. With hits that resonate with listeners around the globe, Belinda Song continues to build her reputation as a formidable presence in the music industry.


Watch: Belinda Song - Never Give Up (The Short Film)
'Never Give Up' is now available on all major music streaming platforms, inviting listeners to embrace its uplifting message of resilience and love. Its accompanying short film 'Never Give Up: The Short Film' is currently traveling the film festival circuit around the globe, and is also available in 3D format on VR devices such as MetaQuest, Apple VisionPro and GalaxyXR. This release marks yet another exciting chapter in Belinda Song's flourishing career. Fans and new listeners alike can expect more heartfelt music in the months to come.

Decentralized Music: 3D VR Short Films & Music Videos in the VR Space: MetaQuest, Apple VisionPro, GalaxyXR

Today marks our entry into the 3D & VR world!

Mission accomplished. Epic Sonic Music and Epic Sonic Entertainment jointly announce that we have made debut in 3D short films! This project has been a 'long time coming' and came into fruition on Jan 15th, 2026. Our 3D short films and music videos are now available on #metaquestvr #applevisionpro #GalaxyVR If you're into VR and enjoy immersive audio and visual, please look for our titles under 'Belinda Song' Thank you so much in advance!!!!

Short List of Titles in 3D:

* NEVER GIVE UP: The Short Film

* SET ME FREE: The Short Film

* NO SPEED LIMIT (Immersive Edit)

* TITANIUM

* SET ME FREE (After The Love Has Gone)