Jinu
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JINU | |
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김진우 | |
 Jinu in 2015 | |
| Born | Kim Jin-woo October 23, 1971 |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Louisiana State University |
| Occupation |
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| Spouse(s) | Kim Jun-hee
(m. 2006; div. 2008) |
| Family | Paik Nam June (grandfather) |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Labels | YG Entertainment |
| Associated acts |
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| Website | JINUSEAN |
Kim Jin-woo (Korean: 김진우; born October 23, 1971), better known by his stage name Jinu, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He debuted in 1994 as a solo singer before teaming up with Sean to create a hip-hop duo Jinusean in 1997 under YG Entertainment.
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | |
|---|---|
| Revised Romanization | Gim Jin-u |
| McCune–Reischauer | Kim Chin-u |
| Stage name | |
| Hangul | |
| Revised Romanization | Jinu |
| McCune–Reischauer | Jinu |
Early life[]
Kim was born in California. He is fluent in English and Korean.[1]
Career[]
1994: Solo debut[]
On March 9, 1994, Kim Jin-woo released his first album "Kim Jin Woo Vol. 1" with "I Am Awesome" (나는 캡이었어) as his first single.[1] After hearing about his album, Yang Hyun-suk, former Seo Taiji and Boys' member, pick Kim Jin-woo to be in a hip hop duo under his label, YG Entertainment with Sean.[citation needed]
1997: Jinusean debut[]
Jinu and Sean debuted as Jinusean with the single, "Gasoline," in 1997 under the guidance of YG Entertainment CEO and former Seo Taiji and Boys member Yang Hyun-suk and former Deux member Lee Hyun Do.[2] Their second single, "Tell Me" (featuring singer Uhm Jung-hwa), was the duo's first hit and propelled them to stardom.[3]
2004–present: Extended hiatus and Work at YG Entertainment[]
Between 2004 and 2014, the duo went on an extended hiatus. They remained at YG Entertainment working in various behind-the-scenes roles. Jinu was appointed as the Director of Overseas Operations. He was in charge of matters overseas including auditions and concerts.[4] He discovered Bobby of iKon in New York then brought him to Korea to train under YG Entertainment.[5]
In 2014, Jinusean made an appearance in 10 years on a Korean variety TV show called Infinite Challenge.[6] In 2015, they released the single "Tell Me One More Time" which marked the end of their hiatus.[7]
As of 2018, Jinu is confirmed to star in a new series by Netflix and YG Entertainment, YG Future Strategy Office.[8]
Personal life[]
He is the grandson of Nam June Paik, a Korean-American artist, with his first wife.[9]
On May 14, 2006, Jinu married actress Kim Jun-hee. They divorced in 2008, after two years of marriage due to irreconcilable differences.[10]
Kim is a Christian.[1]
Discography[]
Solo album[]
| Year | Album Information | Track Listing |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Kim Jin Woo Vol. 1
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show
Track listing |
Singles[]
As a lead artist[]
| Title | Year | Sales | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "I was Awesome" | 1994 | N/A | Kim Jin Woo Vol. 1 |
As a featured artist[]
| Title | Year | Sales | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "가요 톱 10"
(Turbo featuring. Lee Ha-neul, Jinu, and Lee Sang-min) |
2015 | N/A | 10집 Again |
Filmography[]
| Year | Channel | Title | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-2015 | MBC | Infinite Challenge | Himself | Saturday, Saturday's: I am a Singer |
| 2015 | MNET | Show Me the Money 4 | Judge | Team YG (with Sean of Jinusean and Tablo) |
| 2017 | SBS | Fantastic Duo 2 | Himself | with Sean of Jinusean |
| 2018 | Netflix | YG Future Strategy Office | Cast member |
References[]
- ^ Jump up to: a b c "Jinusean's Profile".
- ^ "지누션" [Jinusean]. Mnet (in Korean). Archived from the original on 2016-06-17. Retrieved 2016-05-30.
- ^ Kim, Jae-heun (2015-04-16). "Hip-hop duo Jinusean returns after 11 years". Korea Times. Archived from the original on 2016-08-03. Retrieved 2016-05-30.
- ^ "Jinusean appearance at Yoo Hee-yeol's Sketchbook".
- ^ "iKON's Bobby was scouted by Jinusean's Jinu".
- ^ "Jinusean to reunite with Uhm Jung-hwas for Infinite Challenge after 17 years".
- ^ "Jinusean Makes First Comeback in 11 Years with "Tell Me One More Time" MV".
- ^ "Netflix teams up with YG for a variety show".
- ^ "The relationship between Jinusean's Jinu and Nam June Paik".
- ^ "Jinu and Kim Jun Hee call it quits too".
External links[]
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- 1971 births
- Living people
- American musicians of Korean descent
- Rappers from California
- 21st-century American rappers