JAMIE (15&) Facts
- Ex-K-Pop Group: 15& (2012 – 2019)
- Education
- Cheongdam Middle School
- Hanlim Multi Art School (Graduate)
- Religion Christian.
- Languages: Korean (mother tongue), English (fluent) and Thai (intermediate).
- Specialty: Imitations, Singing, Muay Thai, Boxing, Taekwondo
- Hobbies: Taking pictures, Muay Thai, Boxing, Taekwondo, Collecting items from Monsters Inc.
- Favorite artists: Michael Jackson, Rihanna, PSY, Lena Park and Ledisi.
- Fanbase BabyJs
- Ji Min was the winner in the first season of Kpop Star she had the option of joining one of the 3 major entertainment companies in South Korea (JYP, SM or YG), and chose to sign with JYP Entertainment.
- She trained for a few months at JYP before making her debut in the group. 15&.
- She was originally part of the group SuPearls (which debuted under YG Entertainment), but the girls decided to disband before their debut.
- Lived and studied in Thailand.
- She made her debut at JYP NATION CONCERT 2013.
- Ji Min donated 50 million won ($45,000 USD) to Hanbit Performing Arts Company (a company for blind artists) and also donated an additional 50 million won to World Vision.
- It is part of a project called M.O.L.A., together with Seungyoun of UNIQ (Luizy), Cinema from PENTAGON, Vernon from SEVENTEEN they upload their covers and songs composed by them to SoundCloud.
- On April 20, she announced on her social media that she would start a new stage of her career with Warner Music Korea under her name Jamie. On Twitter and Instagram she announced “I am happy to announce that I am starting another chapter of my career with Warner Music Korea as Jamie. It’s a new beginning for me and I’m excited!!!”.
About Jamie
Jamie was born on July 5, 1997 in Daejeon. she lived in Thailand for eight years and attended Garden International School Bangkok. she speaks Korean (his native language), fluent English and basic Thai. she graduated from Hanlim School of Performing Arts along with Baek Ye Rin and Yugyeom of GOT7 in 2016.
In 2011, she participated in the first season of the K-pop Star program. She finished first in the competition and had the opportunity to sign with YG, SM or JYP Entertainment. On May 21, 2012, she chose to officially sign with JYP Entertainment. She also received a brand new Hyundai i40 and 300 million won (~$257,400 USD), was cast in a drama and was given the opportunity to sign a contract as a CF model.
From August 24 to 26, 2012, together with fellow finalists Lee Ha Yi were invited as guest artists to the event Samsung Galaxy S3 and Smart Air Condition Q-All That Skate 2012 which took place at the Gymnastics Stadium for the event, the girls came together for a final performance singingWe Found Love& by Rihanna, complemented by performances by ice skating “legends” Alexei Yagudin, Joannie Rochette, Stéphane Lambiel, Patrick Chan, Brian Joubert and other world-renowned skaters.
On September 19, 2012, it was announced that she would debut a duet together with Baek Ye Rin. Officially doing so with the duet 15& and digital single “I Dream” on October 5, 2012 and performing on Inkigayo music program on October 7.
2015: Debut as a solo artist with the Digital Single “Hopeless Love”.
On March 31, JYP released the news, announcing that she would make her solo debut on April 5 on the stage of SBS’s “K-Pop Star”.
“The first time I put Park Ji Min and Baek Ye Rin together in a team I thought they could relate to each other while training. Fortunately, after three years, they have learned from each other’s strength and overcome their weaknesses together.” park Jin Young continued “I’m looking forward to Park Ji Min’s solo debut.”.
A JYP representative provided further details to X Sports News “Park Ji Min will start her official activities after K-Pop Star” and added that 15& will continue to exist: “Park Ji Min will continue her career in 15& and solo.”.
JYP Entertainment released teaser images for digital single “Hopeless Love” and which was planned to be released on April 5.
“Hopeless Love” was written by Park Jin Young and composed by Lee Woo Min (collapsedone), Fredrik “Fredro” Ödesjö, Negin Djafari and Jacquie Lee. The song talks about the pain of an unrequited love for a friend. A dreamy melody, sad chord piano accompaniment and repeated percussion make a deep impression.
2016: Back with First Mini-Album “From 19 to 20”.
On August 10, JYP Entertainment released a statement saying “Park Ji Min plans to return in mid-August with a new song. She is in the final process of preparations.”.
On August 16 at 12PM KST, it was announced that she would make her return on August 23 at 12PM KST with her first mini-album “From 19 to 20” the album contains a total of five songs, being “Try” the main song; it also counts with several collaborations such as “Young” together with Young K from DAY6 and “Walkin'” together with Hash Swan.
“Try” is a pop R&B genre song with acoustic guitar and Boom Bap style drums as the main elements.It is characterized by a change in the arrangement of each section, also highlighting the atmosphere and string arrangement that rises towards the second half.Worked together by Ji Min and NODAY and CHLOE, both in composition and lyrics.The song talks about the feelings of the people who talk about her and tries to let that not bring her down.Telling them to try to bring her down, but it won’t work, because she is strong and better than letting negativity bother her.
2018: Back with her Second Mini-Album “jiminxjamie”.
JYP announced it would make its comeback with its second mini-album “jiminxjamie” the album reflects her dual identity as Park Ji Min and Jamie Park.
The album contains five songs in total, the title track of which is “April Fools (0401)” among the other songs on the album are the following “Stars” produced by LambC and was given as a gift to Jimin, “Do You?” is an R&B/pop track in collaboration with OLNL, “Count You Out” a song describing the process of a lover who was once ‘one’ breaking up and becoming ‘two’ again, and “PUTP (Pick Up the Phone).” is a funky hip-pop song with a pulsating beat driven by flute and brass instruments and featuring collaborations with Kino, Woodz and Nathan.
“April Fools (0401)” is a dance pop song with electric guitar, bass and synthesizer sounds. Ji Min participated as a co-writer and co-composer. The lyrics are about not getting carried away by someone’s insincere words.
2019: Exit of JYP Entertainment
On August 6, JYP Entertainment announced Ji Min’s departure from the agency after seven years, saying “After a discussion with Park Jimin, a decision was made not to renew her contract.”.
On August 6, Jamie took to her Instagram to share her thoughts on her decision to leave her longtime agency, JYP Entertainment. she wrote “The seven years between “K-Pop Star” and now has been a long period of time where I went through middle school, high school and became an adult. I learned a lot and grew up in JYP during that time. This month, my contract with JYP expires..
Instead of trying to define the last seven years with a word like “success,” I think of it as a new beginning in my career.I regret thinking about the songs I couldn’t complete before I left JYP and all the people at the agency who worked hard for me.But above all, I think I gained valuable things during my time at JYP..
Instead of having a brilliant but short career as a singer, I want to work hard with a humble mindset and make the music I want to make, so that I can mature and become a good person who can help the people around her. I think that’s what really defines “success.” If that’s what I take away from my time at JYP, I can leave the agency without any regrets..
I am putting the finishing touches on my latest album with JYP, which will be released in August. Thanks to JYP Nation Studio J and production director (PD) Park Jin Young. I will continue to release good music after I find a good place to work. Please watch me!”.
Back with the Digital Single “Stay Beautiful”
In early August, Ji Min announced that she would not renew her contract with JYP Entertainment. Later, it was shared that she was recently preparing to release one last album with JYP.
On August 19 at 12PM KST, 15&’s official Twitter account and JYP Entertainment’s Twitter account shared a preview of the digital single “Stay Beautiful” and, which would be released on August 26 at 12PM KST.
The single features two songs, “Stay Beautiful” and “Stay Beautiful (Jamie ver.)” which is a reinterpretation of ‘Stay Beautiful’ with the color of ‘Jamie’ with the musical direction that Jimin wanted to try.
“Stay Beautiful” the song was written by Kim Yeon Seo, Nana Mellie and composed by Kim Yeon Seo, HILO (Isaac Han) and Aaron Kim; Ji Min also participated as a co-writer and co-composer. The lyrics convey the message of loving yourself as you are without worrying about the looks of others.
2020: Signing with Warner Music Korea
On April 20, via Twitter, it was announced that she had signed with Warner Music Korea and asked her fans to call her Jamie from now on, she then wrote “I am happy to announce that I am starting another chapter of my career with Warner Music Korea as Jamie. it’s a new beginning for me and I’m excited!!!”.
Back with the Digital Single “Numbers
On August 24, a Warner Music Korea source stated “Jamie will be releasing her digital single “Numbers” on Sept. 3. As it is the first song to be released after moving to our agency, she worked hard for a long time to prepare for it. Please give Jamie’s new beginning and comeback a lot of attention and support.”.
“Numbers” is a song with a hip-hop bass and features the collaboration of Changmo the lyrics are about not judging someone by their “numbers”. Jamie and Changmo were involved in the songwriting and lyrics along with several producers.
Back with the Digital Single “Apollo 11”.
It was announced via its Twitter account that it would make its return on Nov. 11 at 6PM KST with the digital single “Apollo 11” and gave a preview of its astronaut concept in the first teaser image.
“Apollo 11” has the collaboration of Jay Park the song was composed by Hey farmer (PRISMFILTER), Shannon, iHwak and Jay Park and the lyrics were written by Jamie and Jay Park. It is an R&B track that describes Jamie’s emotions and thoughts about the precious memories of the life she has lived so far and what lies ahead.
Back with the Digital Single “5 Christmas Languages”.
On December 7, Jamie’s staff Twitter account posted a teaser photo along with more information. her return would be made with a special digital single for Christmas entitled “5 Christmas Languages”. and would be released on December 9 at 6PM KST.
“5 Christmas Languages”. is an R&B pop song, which borrows the idea of five love languages and applies it to finding love at Christmas. It was composed by Ollipop and Hayley Aitken and written by Jamie, Kang Eun Jung and Griffy.
2021: Back with the Digital Single “No Numbers”.
On September 3, Warner Music Korea announced that Jamie would be making her comeback with the digital single “No Numbers” which is a new version and in English of the single “Numbers” the new version will be released on September 15 at 6PM KST.
“No Numbers” is an R&B and hip-hop track that strengthens itself as it stays true to the original Korean release as it calls out those who measure one’s worth based on numbers such as view count, followers and music chart rankings. JMIN replaces Changmo’s verse with a new verse in English.
2022: Back with the Digital Single “Pity Party”.
On January 24, through her official Twitter account she released the first teaser image and, with which, she announced her return on February 3 at 6PM KST with the digital single “Pity Party”.
“Pity Party” was written and composed by Ryan Jhun, Sean Fischer, Paris Carney and Alida Garpestad Peck. The lyrics tell the story of enjoying your own ‘pity party’ after a breakup without being tied down by the past.
JAMIE (15&) Advertisement
- Darfur Wheat (2012)
JAMIE (15&) Collaborations
- Way Ched – MT (Feat. ron, Jamie) (2022)
- MC Mong – 죽을 만큼 아파서 (Feat. Jamie) (2021).
- TRADE L – 미워 (Feat. Jamie) (2021)
- Ravi – RED VELVET (Feat. Jamie) (2021)
- Owell Mood – Runaway (Feat. JAMIE) (2021)
- PH-1 – 365&7 (Feat. JAMIE) (2021)
- Saweetie – Best Friend (Feat. Doja Cat, Jamie, CHANMINA) (2021)
- Cheetah – Villain (Feat. Jamie) (2021)
- BIG Naughty – Joker (Feat. Jamie) (2021)
- WOODZ – Sweater (Feat. Jamie) (2020)
- Kang Daniel – Waves (Feat Simon Dominic, Jamie) (2020)
- Bryn – CUPID (Feat. Park Ji Min) (2019)
- Jung Jin Woo – Games (Feat. Park Ji Min) (2018)
- Choi Young Jae – I’m All Ears (feat. Park Ji Min) (2018).
- JERO – Save Me (feat. Park Ji Min) (2018)
- Ravi – Nirvana (feat. Park Ji Min) (2018)
- Jun. K – Why (feat. Park Ji Min)
- Baek A Yeon – Jealousy (feat. Park Ji Min) (2017).
- Primeboi – Take Me Home (feat. Park Ji Min) (2017)
- D.ear – Look Alike (feat. Park Ji Min) (2016).
- J.Y. Park – Fire (feat. Conan O’Brien, Steven Yeun & Park Ji Min) (2016)
- Eric Nam – Dream (feat. Park Ji Min) (2015)
- J.Y. Park – Busan Memories (feat. Park Ji Min & NakJoon)
- JYP Nation in Hong Kong – Music Is My Life (con Young Jae & Chang Min) (2014)
JAMIE (15&) Drama
- Dream Knight (Youku Tudou, 2015) Ep. 2
JAMIE (15&) Awards
- 2011 CMB 10th Chin Chin Star Festival Youth Music Festival: Silver Award
- 2012 SBS &KPop Star Winner
JAMIE (15&) Radio Programs
- 2021: Get Real (Ep.36) (04.03.2021) (Podcast)
- 2021: Get Real (Ep.35) (25.02.2021) (Podcast)
- 2021: Get Real (Ep.33) (11.02.2021) (Podcast)
- 2020: Kpop Daebak Show (Ep.92) (28.12.2020) (Podcast)
- 2019-2020: What Would Jamie Do? (DIVE Studios) (Podcast)
- 2012-05-17 DOUCY escape SBS Power FM “Keoltu Show”.
- 2012-05-14: & Choi Hwa “Power Time”.
- 2012-05-10: & Park So Hyun “Love Game”
JAMIE (15&) TV Programs
- GOOD GIRL (Mnet, 2020)
- After School Club (Arirang, 2018) (04.09.2018) (Ep.332)
- Two Yoo Project Sugar Man (JTBC, 2018) along with. Baek A Yeon and BATHTUB ONE
- After School Club (Arirang TV, 2018-Present) MC.
- King of Mask Singer (MBC, 2017)
- After School Club (Arirang TV, 2016-2017) MC besides Park Jae and Kevin
- Duet Song Festival (MBC, 2016) besides Jung Young-yoon (Episodes 23-24)
- MBC FM4U (MBC, 2016)
- 100 People, 100 Songs (JTBC, 2015) besides Min (Miss A )
- After School Club (Arirang TV, 2014-2015) Along with. Eric Nam and Kevin
- Golden Family (SBS, 2013)
- Strong Heart (SBS, 2012)
- Night Line (SBS, 2012)
- Special Stars – One You Dream of “Ten K-pop Star” (SBS, 2012)
- Kpop Star (SBS, 2011)
JAMIE (15&) TV Drama’s
- Moonshine theme for Moonshine (2022)
- Dream theme for Start-Up (2020)
- Time Shining Like a Star subject for Hi Bye Mama (2020)
- I’m There subject for Catch The Ghost (2019)
- Low Voice theme for The Last Empress (2019)
- Say I Love You theme for Melo Holic (2017)
- Don’t Leave theme for Dear My Friends (2016)
- I Want to Keep Seeing You theme for Orange Marmalade (2015)
- I Love You theme for The Goddess of Fire, Jung Yi (2013)
Themes for TV Programs
- Mercy for Kpop Star (2012)
- Music Is My Life to Kpop Star (2012)
- You Raise Me Up to Kpop Star (2012)
- Goodbye Baby (Feat Lee Hi) for Kpop Star (2012)
- Love On Top to Kpop Star (2012)
- Goose’s Dream to Kpop Star (2012)
- I’ll Be There to Kpop Star (2012)
- Over The Rainbow to Kpop Star (2012)
- Dream On for Kpop Star (2012)
