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Chung Jae-young (Korean: 정재영; born May 2, 1977),[1] better known by the stage names J and J.ae (Korean: 제이), is a Korean-American singer based in South Korea. She debuted in 1998 with the album, J: Gold.[2]
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 J performing in 2005 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Chung Jae-young |
| Also known as | J.ae |
| Born | May 2, 1977 |
| Genres | K-pop, R&B/soul |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, television presenter |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 정재영 |
| Revised Romanization | Jeong Jae-yeong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chŏng Chaeyŏng |
Early life
J grew up in San Francisco, California, and later Springfield, Virginia, where she attended West Springfield High School.[3] She was discovered when she won the local title in a regional Miss Korea beauty pageant in Washington, D.C.[3]
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.[4][better source needed]
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.[5]
In 2012, J hosted Arirang TV's The Sensation,[6] 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
On September 14, 2013, J married a U.S. soldier who was based in South Korea.[7] Following their marriage, the couple moved to the United States. They have one daughter, born on June 28, 2016.[2]
Discography
| Title | Date released[5] | Language | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOL. 1 - Blue/Gold (double album)[3] | 1998 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 2 - In L.O.V.E.[3] | April 2000 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 2.5 - Chocolate[3] | November 2000 | English | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 3 - Beautiful Ones[3] | June 2001 | Korean | Pony Canyon |
| Best & Live (Greatest Hits)[3] | December 19, 2001 | Korean and English | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 4 - Dim The Lights[3] | April 12, 2002 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| VOL. 5 - The Crush of Love[3] | September 23, 2004 | Korean | Plyzen |
| In My Life[3] | March 19, 2007 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| Through Tears (digital single)[3] | June 18, 2007 | Korean | SBSi |
Awards and nominations
| Award | Year | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Disc Awards | 2000 | Popularity Award | "Like Yesterday" (어제처럼) | Won | [8] |
| Mnet Asian Music Awards | Best R&B Performance | Nominated | |||
| 2001 | Best Female Artist | "The Saddest Words" (가장 슬픈 말) | Nominated | ||
| SBS Gayo Daejeon | 2000 | R&B Award | J | Won | [9] |
| Seoul Music Awards | Best New Artist | Won | [8] |
References
- "제이". Daum Encyclopedia (in Korean). Archived from the original on November 8, 2018. Retrieved September 5, 2018.
- Kwon, Nam-yeong (June 29, 2016). "제이, 결혼 3년 만에 득녀…'미군 남편과 미국 생활'". Kukmin Ilbo (in Korean). Retrieved September 5, 2018.
- "J.ae (제이)". KBS World Radio. KBS. Archived from the original on September 3, 2014. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
- "www.filmmusic.ru – 2002 FIFA World Cup Official Album – Songs of Korea/Japan (2002)". Archived from the original on March 28, 2014.
- "사이좋은 사람들 싸이월드" (in Korean). Cyworld. Archived from the original on November 9, 2007. Retrieved June 14, 2007.(Google translation)
- "Asia Heartbeat arirang". Arirang International Broadcasting Foundation.
- Lee, Sun-min (March 30, 2013). "Singer J to marry U.S. soldier". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved September 5, 2018.
- "[팝업TV]'백년손님' 제이, 뜬금포 예능 복귀? 이유 있어 더 반갑다". Herald Pop (in Korean). May 26, 2017. Retrieved October 11, 2022.
- "[방송]서세원-채림 'SBS 가요대전' 공동 진행". Dong A Ilbo (in Korean). December 19, 2000. Retrieved October 11, 2022 – via Naver News.
External links
- J.ae at AllMusic
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