J (South Korean singer)
| J | |
|---|---|
.jpg) J performing live in 2005. | |
| Background information | |
| Native name | 정재영 |
| Birth name | Chung Jae Young |
| Also known as | J.ae |
| Born |
May 2, 1977 Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop, R&B/Soul |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, Radio DJ, television presenter, MC |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| J | |
| Hangul | 제이 |
|---|---|
| Revised Romanization | Jei |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chei |
Chung Jae Young (born May 2, 1977[1]), better known by her stage name J or J.ae, is a Korean R&B/soul singer-songwriter.
Early life
J grew up in San Francisco, California, and later Springfield, Virginia, where she attended West Springfield High School.[1] She was discovered when she won the local title in a regional Miss Korea beauty pageant in Washington, D.C.[1]
Career
In 2002, J was invited to contribute her talent to the FIFA World Cup's official album. Her song "Gotta Get Love" was featured on The Official Album of the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan Edition.[2]
In 2007, she released a contemporary Christian album In My Lifetime. The album had a more R&B/hip-hop feel than her previous releases.[3]
In 2012, J hosted Arirang TV's The Sensation,[4] a music-focused series that introduced traditional Korean instruments, music, and dance through multiple venues including concerts, studio audience tapings, and award-winning documentaries geared towards a world-wide English-speaking audience.
Personal life
In March 2013, it was reported that J planned to marry a U.S. soldier.[5] The wedding was scheduled for September 14, 2013.[5]
Discography
| Title | Date Released[3] | Language | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOL. 1 - Blue/Gold (Double Album) | November, 1998 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 2 - In L.O.V.E. | April 21, 2000 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 2.5 - Chocolate | December 1, 2000 | English | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 3 - Beautiful Ones | June 20, 2001 | Korean | Pony Canyon |
| Best & Live (Greatest Hits) | December 19, 2001 | Korean and English | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 4 - Dim The Lights | April 11, 2002 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 5 - The Crush of Love | September 23, 2004 | Korean | Plyzen |
| Said I Love You (Digital Single) | April 24, 2006 | Korean | |
| In My Lifetime (Contemporary Christian) | January 15, 2007 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| Tears (Digital Single) | June 18, 2007 | Korean | SBSi |
| VOL. 6 - In love Again | November 7, 2007 | Korean | Sony BMG |
| Alcohol & Naiveté (Digital Single) | January 29, 2008 | Korean | Sony BMG |
| Love Child (J Electro Project) | August 26, 2008 | Korean | Kingpin Entertainment |
| French Toast (Digital Single) | November 18, 2008 | Korean | Sponge Entertainment |
| Sweet Dream (Digital Single) | February 24, 2009 | Korean | AINS Digital |
| Dream Catcher (Digital Single)* | September 3, 2009 | Korean | Paragon Music Corporation |
| With Me (Contemporary Christian) | October 5, 2009 | Korean and English | Daughters of Paul |
| Dream (Feat. Supreme Team) | November 10, 2009 | Korean | Paragon Music Corporation |
| Sentimental* | February 3, 2010 | Korean | Paragon Music Corporation and Sony Music |
| VOL. 7 - Superstar* | June 30, 2011 | Korean | Sony Music |
| Good Day (Mini Album)* | October 24, 2012 | Korean and English | KT Music |
| Blue Sky (Single) | July 18, 2013 | Korean | Neowiz |
| Happy Person* | November 25, 2013 | Korean and English | Nastar Entertainment and LOEN Entertainment |
| *Available on iTunes | |||
Awards
Mnet Asian Music Awards
| Year | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Best R&B Performance | "As Yesterday" (어제처럼)[6][7] | Nominated |
| 2001 | Best Female Artist | "The Saddest Words" (가장 슬픈 말)[8] | Nominated |
References
- 1 2 3 "J.ae (제이)". KBS World Radio. KBS. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
- ↑ "www.filmmusic.ru - 2002 FIFA World Cup Official Album - Songs of Korea/Japan (2002)".
- 1 2 "사이좋은 사람들 싸이월드" (in Korean). Cyworld.(Google translation)
- ↑ "Asia Heartbeat arirang". Arirang International Broadcasting Foundation.
- 1 2 Lee, Sun-min (March 30, 2013). "Singer J to marry U.S. soldier". Korea Joonang Dail y. Retrieved March 28, 2014.
- ↑ "2000 MMF part 1". MAMA. Retrieved 2014-06-25.
- ↑ "2000 M.net Korean Music Festival Winners list". MAMA. Retrieved 2014-06-12.
- ↑ "2001 MMF part 1". MAMA. Retrieved 2014-07-23.