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]

In this Korean name, the family name is Chung.
J
J performing in 2005
J performing in 2005
Background information
Birth nameChung Jae-young
Also known asJ.ae
Born (1977-05-02) May 2, 1977
GenresK-pop, R&B/soul
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, television presenter
Years active1998–present
Korean name
Hangul
정재영
Revised RomanizationJeong Jae-yeong
McCune–ReischauerChŏng Chaeyŏng

Early life

J was born Chung Jae-young on May 2, 1977.[1] Her father is Chung Hee-taek, the former vocalist of the rock band He Six, and her aunt is Chung Hoon-hee, a singer.[3] When she was one year old, she immigrated to the United States with her family.[4] She grew up in San Francisco, California, and later Springfield, Virginia, where she attended West Springfield High School. Her mother entered her into the 1995 regional Miss Korea pageant in Washington, D.C., where she finished as the first runner-up and was scouted by a music producer.[4][5][6] She studied jazz at NOVA in Virginia, but took a leave of absence in 1997 and returned to South Korea in order to become a singer.[4][7]

Career

J’s debut album was prepared over the course of two years.[8] During that period, J provided vocals for Yoo Seung-jun’s 1st and 2nd albums and contributed to the soundtrack of the movie Hallelujah.[4] Her debut album was released in November 1998 with two versions — J-Gold and J-Blue. J-Gold was described as "pure and innocent", while J-Blue was described as "emphasizing a sensuous feel." The two versions shared 7 tracks in common, while the remaining 4 differed.[8]

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.[9]

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.[10]

In 2012, J hosted Arirang TV's The Sensation,[11] 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.[12] Following their marriage, the couple moved to the United States. They have one daughter, born on June 28, 2016.[2]

Discography
Title Date released[10] Language Label
VOL. 1 - Blue/Gold (double album)[5] November 27, 1998 Korean Seoul Records
VOL. 2 - In L.O.V.E.[5] April 21, 2000 Korean Seoul Records
VOL. 2.5 - Chocolate[5] November 2000 English Seoul Records
VOL. 3 - Beautiful Ones[5] June 21, 2001 Korean Pony Canyon
Best & Live (Greatest Hits)[5] December 19, 2001 Korean and English Seoul Records
VOL. 4 - Dim The Lights[5] April 12, 2002 Korean Seoul Records
VOL. 5 - The Crush of Love[5] September 23, 2004 Korean Plyzen
In My Life[5] March 19, 2007 Korean Seoul Records
Through Tears (digital single)[5] June 18, 2007 Korean SBSi

Awards and nominations
Award Year Category Nominee Result Ref.
Golden Disc Awards 2000 Popularity Award "Like Yesterday" (어제처럼) Won [13]
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 [14]
Seoul Music Awards Best New Artist Won [13]

References
  1. "제이". Daum Encyclopedia (in Korean). Archived from the original on November 8, 2018. Retrieved September 5, 2018.
  2. Kwon, Nam-yeong (June 29, 2016). "제이, 결혼 3년 만에 득녀…'미군 남편과 미국 생활'". Kukmin Ilbo (in Korean). Retrieved September 5, 2018.
  3. "J Rises to the Top". koreajoongangdaily.joins.com. January 4, 2003. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  4. "'가수 3代(대)'신인 제이 스타가문 脈(맥) 잇는다". NAVER News Library. The Chosun Ilbo. November 14, 1998. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  5. "J.ae (제이)". KBS World Radio. KBS. Archived from the original on September 3, 2014. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
  6. "슈가맨 제이 남편, 작전 장교 출신 "훈남에 배려심 높아"". JoongAng Ilbo (in Korean). November 25, 2015. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  7. "[대중음악]제이 2집 '인 러브'서 R&B로 180도 변신". n.news.naver.com (in Korean). The Dong-a Ilbo. May 9, 2000. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  8. "국내 첫 더블 데뷔앨범 신인 여가수 제이 20세의 R&B는'당찬 완숙미'". NAVER News Library. Kyunghyang Shinmun. November 3, 1998. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  9. "www.filmmusic.ru – 2002 FIFA World Cup Official Album – Songs of Korea/Japan (2002)". Archived from the original on March 28, 2014.
  10. "사이좋은 사람들 싸이월드" (in Korean). Cyworld. Archived from the original on November 9, 2007. Retrieved June 14, 2007.(Google translation)
  11. "Asia Heartbeat arirang". Arirang International Broadcasting Foundation.
  12. Lee, Sun-min (March 30, 2013). "Singer J to marry U.S. soldier". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved September 5, 2018.
  13. "[팝업TV]'백년손님' 제이, 뜬금포 예능 복귀? 이유 있어 더 반갑다". Herald Pop (in Korean). May 26, 2017. Retrieved October 11, 2022.
  14. "[방송]서세원-채림 'SBS 가요대전' 공동 진행". Dong A Ilbo (in Korean). December 19, 2000. Retrieved October 11, 2022 – via Naver News.
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