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Chae Yeon   by hi joiney

Biography

Beginning of career

Chae Yeon was born Lee Jin Sook (Korean: ) in Seoul in 1978. It took her many years to attain her current[update] level of fame in Korea's entertainment industry. In fact, she had to start out in Japan first. She was part of a singing group called Brand New Biscuits (?), debuted in Japan on January 1, 2001, when it had 6 members. Brand New Biscuits included also another Korean singer, Yuny Han (Han Tae Yoon). Chae Yeon was also member of group UltraCats (?) under the name of inny (?) or inny Lee (?) from 2001 to 2002.

Having passed an audition held by an entertainment management company in Japan, Chae Yeon first appeared on a popular show called chan Nanchan no Urinari! on Japanese NTV. She appeared on the show for almost 3 years. Along with the television show, Chae Yeon (then Jinny) performed as a singer releasing 3 singles and 1 mini-album in Japan.

Pursuing career as an entertainer in Korea

She returned to Korea with her first official album It My Time under her new stage name, Chae Yeon. Debuting late in 2003, nobody expected her to be successful as she is now. Initially, she was simply viewed as yet another "sexy concept" singer, as many female singers were at that time. However, unlike many others, she had a fairly successful debut. She proved to be a great dancer, and she showed off her vocals in her ballad songs and live performances. Her title song " " (Dangerous Presentation) did well, but her real success came when her 2nd album released late in 2004. "" (Two Of Us) the lead single, pushed her to #1 on many music charts in the spring of 2005.[citation needed] The music video for "" was controversial for being too "racy" in conservative Korea (for it contained scenes showing her full back and exposed underwear). Subsequently, the video was banned on television, and the airing time was limited to after 10:00 p.m. in some cable channels.Becoming heavily played on radio, the song became so popular that a signature "move" from the choreographed dance became known as the "Na-na-na" dance (named after the hook of the song). It managed to hit the top of various music charts in Korea. The follow-up single "" (Come to Me) was released soon after and was also popular, riding on the wave of its predecessor.

She returned after a brief break in order to release her third album III, which came in the fall of 2005. The first single, " ", fared poorly on the charts, as it was not a strong dance single, lacking a catchy hook. The record company then quickly switched to the "Disco Mix" of the song, which helped sustain its life on the charts, although not by much. The second single, " " (Third Love), also fared poorly, despite the fact that it had a very sexy video and was a bit more uptempo than the lead single. However, this can be attributed to the fade of sexy R&B music in Korea at the time, as ballads were once again the style of choice for Korean singers; albums by other "sexy concept" singers.

Chae Yeon has maintained her popularity by continually participating in variety shows, such as SBS's X-Man (TV series) and Love Letter, where she portrays both cute and sexy images. Her appearances on these variety shows allowed her to display her bubbly and positive personality. She ended her official schedule with her last X-Man episode on September 25, 2005, in order to concentrate on recording her fourth album.

Although briefly hospitalised due to exhaustion, she made her comeback at the end of March 2006. Her lead single from her fourth album was "My Love", which was a Latin-tinged dance song. The single was extensively performed, with a remix promoted from May onwards; she then followed up with " " ("Clumsy Love"). The album sold 12,346 copies in 2007, placing 68th for the year. She continued to remain a "sexy" singer, saying that she doesn't mind the label.

In addition to promoting her album, Chae Yeon has also joined the cast of Hi-Five, part of KBS's Happy Sunday line-up. On the reality-variety show, which also stars Hyun Young, the stars attempt to succeed in various tasks, including starring in a musical, becoming flight attendants, and performing action movie stunts. She remained a part of the show until its cancellation in 2008.

Later that year, she drew media attention with her investment into, and direct involvement with, Bequem, a fashion company. She is a spokesperson for the brand, promoting its stylized caps and bags. Moreover, her portfolio with a sexy "Party" concept has hit record sales by elegantly mixing her sexy image with feminine touches.[citation needed]

The singer came back after a two-year hiatus from the music world, with her mini-album Shake. Continuing to stay within the "sexy singer" concept, the lead single "Heundeullyeo" ("Shake It") is an electronic dance song. The music video was labelled by major networks to be unfit for broadcast without parental advisory warnings.

She has stated that although she felt awkward and uncomfortable with her sexy image initially, she feels more at ease now, and has stated that she feels sexier the more she relaxes.

Profile

Place of birth: Seoul, South Korea

Date of Birth: December 7, 1978 (real date, the credential date was on December 10, 1978)[clarification needed]

Education: Department of Broadcasting & Entertainment, Seoul Arts College

Family: Parents, one older brother

Discography

Album Info

Track listing;

It's My Time

Released:

August 20, 2003

(Sigan) [Time] (Intro)

(Wiheomhan Yeonchul) [Dangerous Act]

(Sarangneukkim) [Feeling of Love]

(Sojunghan Sarang) [Precious Love]

(Namjaui Sarang) [Men's Love]

(Seip Keullobeo) [Clover]

(Gido) [Prayer]

(Neomanui Maeryeok) [Your Very Own Charm]

(Sangcheo) [Injury]

(Oraedoen Yeonin) [Old Couple]

(Somun) [Rumors]

(Hyusik) [Relaxation] (Outro)

Virginalness Bloom

Released:

December 13, 2004

(Duriseo) [The Two of Us]

(Jidokhan Oemyeon) [Damm Exterior]

(Dagawa) [Come to Me]

(Bogosipeo) [I Want To See]

(Mideo) [Trust] ft. D-Low

(Da kkeutnasso) [It's Over]

(HaengbokHan Nunmul) [Happy Tears]

Dance All Night

(Neol Saranghalge) [You'll Love]

! (Sarangingabwa!) [I Love Sugar!]

(Chueongmaneuro) [Only Memories] ft. D-Low

(Babo) [Fool]

III

Released:

November 18, 2005

(Only You)

(White Snow)

(Trap)

(Greedy One)

(Third Love Feat. Red Roc)

(Because of You)

(Don't Go)

(Labyrinth)

(Maybe Love Is Coming)

You

(Bad Girl)

( ) (Only You [Disco Club Remix])

Best & Figure

Released: May 23, 2006

[Remix]

[Remix]

My Love

Released: April 1, 2007

My Love

(One Person)

(Request)

(A Strange Lie)

(Game)

(Subtle Waiting)

(Clumsy Love)

Tell Me

(Precious Love)

(Lonesome Break Up)

Party tonight

My Love (Global Re-mix)

(Benny Re-mix) (A Strange Lie)

(Mojo House Re-mix) (Clumsy Love)

My Love (Bossa Re-mix)

Shake

Released: 2009

(Shake)

(Ooh La La)

(Fool)

(Parting Premonition)

(Change Of Mind)

(Clumsy Parting)

(Let's Forget)

(Shake) (DJ Koo Club Radio Remix Ver.)

(Shake) (DJ Koo Club Extend Remix Ver.)

(Club Radio Remix Ver.)

(Club Extend Remix Ver

Endorsements

D&G [Fashion Wear]

Elle Korea

Jinro Soju

DnShop Model Pics [Fashion Wear, Cosmetic Products]

Make Up For Ever [Make-up Cosmetic]

ChocoGem [Handmade Accessory]

References

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^ Music Industry Association of Korea. 2007 Album Sales Chart. Retrieved May 11, 2008.

^ Four Sexy Divas and How They Do It. Chosun Ilbo. April 27, 2007. Retrieved June 13, 2009.

^ a b Han, Sang-hee. Singer Chae-yeon Brings 'Sexy Back'. The Korea Times. June 9, 2009. Retrieved June 13, 2009.

^ (Korean) [AM7, ~ (AM7: Chae Yeon, Her Promotions Also "Shaky")]. Munhwa Ilbo. June 12, 2009. Retrieved June 13, 2009.

External links

Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Chae Yeon

(Korean) Chae Yeon's own fashion brand enterprise

(Korean) Chae Yeon's Cyworld

(English) Online Star Focus Chae Yeon (Arirang)

(English) Teen (Korea) Times Interview on February 24, 2005

(English) Star Interview earlier in Chae Yeon's career

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