J (South Korean singer)
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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.jpg) 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]
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 |
| Said I Love You (digital single) | April 24, 2006 | Korean | |
| In My Life[3] | March 19, 2007 | Korean | Seoul Records |
| Through Tears (digital single)[3] | 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 | 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 | 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 |
Awards
Mnet Asian Music Awards
| Year | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Best R&B Performance | "As Yesterday" (어제처럼)[8][9] | Nominated |
| 2001 | Best Female Artist | "The Saddest Words" (가장 슬픈 말)[10] | Nominated |
References
- "제이". Daum Encyclopedia (in Korean). Archived from the original on 2018-11-08. Retrieved 2018-09-05.
- Kwon, Nam-yeong (2016-06-29). "제이, 결혼 3년 만에 득녀…'미군 남편과 미국 생활'". Kukmin Ilbo (in Korean). Retrieved 2018-09-05.
- "J.ae (제이)". KBS World Radio. KBS. Archived from the original on 2014-09-03. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
- "www.filmmusic.ru - 2002 FIFA World Cup Official Album - Songs of Korea/Japan (2002)". Archived from the original on 2014-03-28.
- "사이좋은 사람들 싸이월드" (in Korean). Cyworld. Archived from the original on 2007-11-09. Retrieved 2007-06-14.(Google translation)
- "Asia Heartbeat arirang". Arirang International Broadcasting Foundation.
- Lee, Sun-min (2013-03-30). "Singer J to marry U.S. soldier". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved 2018-09-05.
- "2000 MMF part 1". MAMA. Retrieved 2014-06-25.
- "2000 M.net Korean Music Festival Winners list" Archived 2014-08-03 at the Wayback Machine. MAMA. Retrieved 2014-06-12.
- "2001 MMF part 1". MAMA. Retrieved 2014-07-23.
