Ko Ji-yong
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Ko Ji Yong 고지용 | |
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| Also known as | Go Ji Yong |
| Born | July 1, 1980 |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 고지용 |
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Go Ji-yong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Ko Chi-yong |
Ko Ji Yong[1] is a member of Sechs Kies, a famous South Korean dance music group from the late 90's which disbanded in 2000. On April 14, 2016, Sechs Kies held a long-awaited reunion concert 16 years after their disbandment through the popular program Infinite Challenge. After their comeback, Sechs Kies members have signed a contract with renowned label YG Entertainment except for Ko Ji Yong, who is now a family man and CEO of his own company. However, Ko Ji Yong has stated that he is a current member of SECHSKIES and will participate in activities as long as his current work and family life permits.
Career
SechsKies and retirement
Ko Ji Yong was born on July 1, 1980 in Seoul. Ko Ji Yong debuted on April 15, 1997 with a six-member dance music group, Sechs Kies. As a childhood friend of fellow member Kang Sunghun, Ko Ji Yong was the last member to join the group. Until the time the group disbanded in 2000, he was greatly loved by fans for his handsome looks and singing voice. Unlike other members, he did not continue his career as a solo singer but he was cast as a host in an internet broadcast and an actor in television drama. However, Ko Ji Yong chose to leave the entertainment industry to start his own business.
In 2008, fellow SechsKies member and leader Eun Jiwon appeared in the entertainment program "Come to Play" and remarked that he had not seen Ko Ji Yong since the disbandment.
Reunion
In 2016, Sechs Kies finally reunited after their disbandment in 2000 through a famous Korean variety TV show called Infinite Challenge. Ko Ji Yong, who had left the entertainment business permanently after the disbandment to pursue a new career, surprised the members of SechsKies as well as all the fans by appearing in the reunion concert. After Infinite Challenge aired, SechsKies earned many more fans; their hit songs ranked high in music charts and “Couple” was seen in 11th place in Music Bank.
On May 11, the group concluded an exclusive contract with YG, along with the news that Sechs Kies would have a comeback but due to personal reasons, Ko Ji Yong did not join. However, Ko Ji Yong never announced that he departed from SechsKies.
On July 18, Ko Ji Yong made a public appearance as a sponsor for a charity basketball event and held interviews with the media for the first time in 16 years. He stated that he is now living as a half-celebrity after Infinite Challenge has aired. Although there are difficulties arising from his work schedule, he is willing to participate in activities as a current member of SechsKies.[2][3]
On November 30, the producers announced that Ko Ji Yong has agreed to join The Return of Superman after much consideration. He said although he cannot participate in current SECHSKIES group activities as a family man, he has determined to keep his promise to "create opportunities to be with fans through activities he can participate." Also as he was unable to spend more time with his son, he hopes to make lots of memories with him through the program. [4] [5]
Marriage
In October 2014, Ko Ji Yong married Heo Yang Lim, a professor of family medicine and a doctor.
Discography
Studio albums
- School Byeolgok (학원별곡) (1997)
- Welcome To The Sechskies Land (1997)
- Road Fighter (1998)
- Special Album (1998)
- Com’Back (1999)
Other albums
- Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves Musical OST (1998)
- 1020 Mix (1999)
- Sechskies Live Concert (1999)
- Blue Note (2000)
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1998 | Seventeen: The Movie |
Variety shows
| Year | Network | Title |
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| 2016 | MBC | Infinite Challenge - Episode 476, 477, 478 |
| 2017 | KBS | The Return of Superman |
Awards
| Year | Awards |
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| 1997 |
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| 1998 |
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| 1999 |
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| 2016 |
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Music Program wins
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References
- ^ Template:Ko icon 네이버 인물검색 - 고지용 Naver. December 22, 2016. Retrieved December 22, 2016.
- ^ '사업가'로 돌아온 고지용, '젝스키스 넘버원 팬은 바로 나'. Star News (in Korean). 18 July 2016. Retrieved 2016-12-22.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|trans_title=ignored (|trans-title=suggested) (help) - ^ "(Video Interview) Ko Ji Yong returns as a 'businessman,' "SECHSKIES' number one fan is me"". Star News.
- ^ [공식입장] 고지용, '슈퍼맨' 합류 "젝키 팬과의 약속 지키기 위해". MyDaily (in Korean). 30 November 2016. Retrieved 2016-12-22.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|trans_title=ignored (|trans-title=suggested) (help) - ^ SECHSKIES’s Non-Active Member Go Ji Yong To Join “The Return Of Superman”