Lee Jung-hee (이정희, born October 24, 1981), better known by his stage name Lee Jung or J. Lee, is a South Korean singer. He made his debut as a member of 7 Dayz; Lee has since become a solo singer. Although his last album has underperformed, he has continued his popularity by becoming a mainstay on KBS's Heroine 6, becoming part of the "Gag Team 3" with Shin Jung Hwan from Country Kko Kko and Kim Jong Min from Koyote.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Lee Jung-hee |
| Born | October 24, 1981 Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop, R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actor |
| Years active | 2002–present |
In January 2007, Lee claimed that another singer used his voice to debut.[1] He stated that he heard his recording being used by another artist by viewing the performance on television. He previously thought the song was going to be his debut song to launch his singing career. "Lee Jung lipsynch singer" went on to become most searched keyword at one point.[2]
He joined the Republic of Korea Marine Corps on October 12, 2008.[3][4][5]
Lee released his 10th anniversary album 'Synergy' in November 2013, including title track "We Loved Together", which is composed and written by 5 o'clock and features Ha Dong Kyun. The album also includes "Doesn't Make Sense" which was written by Lee Jand composed by both Lee and Jo Jung-chi as well as his previous digital single, "I Am Sorry" which received attention for being the work of Brave Brothers, "Did You Ever Love" and "Let's Stay Together".[6]
In July 2015, Lee made an appearance under the pseudonym of 'Tungki' on MBC's King of Mask Singer. Tungki came out guns blazing, eliciting a standing ovation from the judges and cheers all around, with a powerful performance of Kim Kyung Ho's “People Who Make Me Sad.” With that performance he successfully toppled 'Cleopatra' AKA Kim Yeon Woo who until then had enjoyed a record 10-week long rein as the King of Mask and solidified his reputation as one of Korea's most skilled vocalists.
Personal life
editIn November 2021, Lee announced on Radio Star television that he had registered his marriage. with his non-celebrity girlfriend and the wedding will take place in May 2022.[7]
Discography
edit7DAYZ
edit- 7 Dayz (2002)
Solo career
edit- Vol. 1 – Lee Jung (2003)
- Vol. 2 – Look at Me (2004)
- Vol. 3 – Rebirth of Regent (2006)
- Vol. 4 – Fourth Force (2008)
- Let's Dance (2011) (under the name J. Lee by Medialine and Best Music)
- Let's Dance -EP (2011)
- Lee Jung 10th Anniversary Part.2: Synergy -EP (2013)
As featured artist
edit- 7DAYZ & Wanted (2007) (Whole album)
- 명가수의 순정 Leaving Seoul (2017) (collaboration album with Netherlands tulip farm)
Television and movie appearances
edit- Nonstop 5 (2004–2005)
- X-Man (2004)
- Love Letter (2006)
- The Legend of Seven Cutter (2006)
- Unstoppable Marriage (2007)
- Welcome to the Show (2011)
- Vampire Idol (2012)
- Immortal Songs 2 (2011–present)
- King of Mask Singer (2015)
- Where Is My Friend's Home (2015)
Awards
edit| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Mnet Asian Music Awards | Best New Male Artist | "Never" (이정)[8] | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ 이정 충격 고백 “내 목소리 빌려 데뷔한 가수 있었다” Archived January 8, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ '이정 립싱크 가수는 누구? 네티즌 궁금증 증폭' Archived January 10, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "가수 이정, 군 생활 심경 밝혀 '비교당할 땐 속상해' :: 한국재경신문". Archived from the original on May 23, 2009. Retrieved July 29, 2009.
- ^ "나눔뉴스". Archived from the original on July 14, 2011. Retrieved July 29, 2009.
- ^ http://www.allthatnews.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=15540 [permanent dead link]
- ^ "Lee Jung releases 10th anniversary album 'Synergy'". Archived from the original on November 12, 2013. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
- ^ Moon Ji-yeon (November 18, 2021). "[SC리뷰] '내년 5월 결혼' 이정 "장모님 소개로 만난 ♥아내..후광 비쳐"('라스')" [[SC Review] 'Marriage in May next year' Lee Jung "I met my wife through the introduction of my mother-in-law.. The halo shines through" ('Ras')] (in Korean). Sports Chosun. Archived from the original on November 18, 2021. Retrieved November 18, 2021 – via Naver.
- ^ "2003 MMF part 1" Archived August 21, 2014, at the Wayback Machine. Mwave. Retrieved 20 August 2014.