Yong Jun-hyung

Quick Facts: Who was Yong Jun-hyung?

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Yong Jun-hyung

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South Korean singer-songwriter, producer, and actor known for his work with Highlight.

Born:

1989-12-19

Century / Era:

1989s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Yong Jun-hyung (Korean: 용준형; born Yong Jae-soon, December 19, 1989), known mononymously as Junhyung, is a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer and actor. He rose to fame as a member of South Korean boy band Highlight (formerly known as Beast), formed in 2009. He departed from Highlight in 2019, amidst a controversy where he admitted to having watched a video of singer Jung Joon-young making out with a woman, which was filmed with consent but shared without. As a solo artist, he released one extended play, Flower (2013), and one full-length album, Goodbye 20's (2018). He also starred in the Korean dramas Monstar (2013) and Coffee, Do Me a Favor (2018).

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Yong was born in Seoul, South Korea. He changed his birth name Yong Jae-soon (Korean: 용재순) to his current name when he was in 6th grade. In 2007, he joined the boy band Xing, which included Kevin Woo (ex-U-KISS). Yong was known by the stage name Poppin' Dragon while in Xing. Yong debuted under Cube Entertainment as a member of the boy band Beast in 2009.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The group released their first extended play Beast Is the B2ST on October 14, 2009. The group released a total of eight extended plays and three studio albums. In 2010, Yong was featured as a rapper in songs by other artists, including Hyuna's debut single "Change," the Asian remix of Amerie's "Heard 'em All," and G.NA's single "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better." In 2011, Yong was featured on the songs "Heartsore Story" by Wheesung, "A Bitter Day" by Hyuna, "Be Quiet" by Kim Wan-sun, and "Don't Act Countrified" by ALi. Yong released his first solo single, "Living Without You," on February 3, 2012. The song reached #8 on the Gaon Digital Chart.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1989 (1989-12-19): Birth of Yong Jun-hyung — South Korean singer-songwriter, producer, and actor known for his work with Highlight.
2. 2007: 2007 Milestone — In 2007, he joined the boy band Xing, which included Kevin Woo (ex-U-KISS).
3. 2009: 2009 Milestone — He rose to fame as a member of South Korean boy band Highlight (formerly known as Beast), formed in 2009.
4. 2010: 2010 Milestone — In 2010, Yong was featured as a rapper in songs by other artists, including Hyuna's debut single "Change," the Asian remix of Amerie's "Heard 'em All," and G.
5. 2011: 2011 Milestone — " In 2011, Yong was featured on the songs "Heartsore Story" by Wheesung, "A Bitter Day" by Hyuna, "Be Quiet" by Kim Wan-sun, and "Don't Act Countrified" by ALi.
6. 2012: 2012 Milestone — Yong released his first solo single, "Living Without You," on February 3, 2012.
7. 2013: 2013 Milestone — As a solo artist, he released one extended play, Flower (2013), and one full-length album, Goodbye 20's (2018).
8. 2019: 2019 Milestone — He departed from Highlight in 2019, amidst a controversy where he admitted to having watched a video of singer Jung Joon-young making out with a woman, which was filmed with consent but shared without.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Yong Jun-hyung

True or False: “Yong Jun-hyung was a founding member of the group that later became Highlight immediately after its debut in 2009.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he debuted with Beast in 2009, the text indicates his initial pre-debut activity was with the band Xing in 2007.

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