Park So-jin

Quick Facts: Who was Park So-jin?

Subject:

Park So-jin

Known for:

South Korean singer and actress, best known as the leader of Girl's Day.

Born:

1986-05-21

Century / Era:

1986s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Park So-jin (born May 21, 1986), better known mononymously as Sojin, is a South Korean singer and actress. She is best known as the leader of South Korean girl group Girl's Day. Park So-jin was born on May 21, 1986, in Seo-gu, Daegu, South Korea. She attended Lee Hyun Elementary School, Seojin Middle School and Kyungduk Girls' High School. She majored in mechanical engineering at Yeungnam University.

Career & Major Achievements

Prior to her debut, Sojin worked as a vocal trainer for the K-pop boy band Ulala Session. On July 7, 2010, Sojin debuted as a member of Girl's Day on KBS' Music Bank with their debut single, "Tilt My Head" (갸우뚱). On January 9, 2011, Sojin released her first solo single for the Flames of Desire OST, "Our Love Like This". On April 19, 2012, Girl's Day made a comeback with the mini album Everyday II. The album included the song "Telepathy", which was composed by Sojin.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

On the same year, Sojin and a male composer wrote the song "It's Snowing" for Tokyo Girl. The song was later released on December 7. On March 14, 2013, Girl's Day released the full-length album Expectation. Sojin wrote the intro song "Girl's Day World", and co-wrote the lyrics for "I Don't Mind" with her fellow members. On October 15, Girl's Day released the song "Let's Go", written and composed by Sojin.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1986 (1986-05-21): Birth of Park So-jin — South Korean singer and actress, best known as the leader of Girl's Day.
2. 2010: 2010 Milestone — On July 7, 2010, Sojin debuted as a member of Girl's Day on KBS' Music Bank with their debut single, "Tilt My Head" (갸우뚱).
3. 2011: 2011 Milestone — On January 9, 2011, Sojin released her first solo single for the Flames of Desire OST, "Our Love Like This".
4. 2012: 2012 Milestone — On April 19, 2012, Girl's Day made a comeback with the mini album Everyday II.
5. 2013: 2013 Milestone — On March 14, 2013, Girl's Day released the full-length album Expectation.

Notable Quotes by Park So-jin

“Her biggest influence in life is Uhm Jung-hwa.”

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Park So-jin

True or False: “Park So-jin majored in mechanical engineering at Yeungnam University.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text confirms that she majored in mechanical engineering while attending Yeungnam University.

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