On July 25, renowned Chinese composer Wei Jen Yuan recognized EXO's Lay's incredible skill in music writing. Wei Jen Yuan took to his Weibo and wrote, "Listening to your music in Shanghai makes me so happy. Young people these days are incredibly talented. Creativity is something that slowly grows on me, and it will be your best tool when it comes to music. Let me listen to your new stuff. Good luck!"
Lay said in response, "Receiving praise from you makes me really happy. As you said, I'll work hard and let your hear [more of my] music."
Wei Jen Yuan is a famous composer, writer, and producer based in China and Taiwan. He built a resume as a producer from 1996 to 2004, and started to released his own music since 2000.
Lay is known in EXO as the one who's more musically inclined. He's previously showcased original compositions during concerts, and even once mentioned in an interview that he looks up to Beethoven as his musical inspiration.