Eru (singer)

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Script error: No such module "Infobox".Template:Template otherScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jo Seong-hyeon (Korean: Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler; born July 5, 1983), known professionally as Eru (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler), is an American-born South Korean singer and actor based in South Korea.[1][2] His stage name Eru has the meaning that he would accomplish his dreams as a musician.[3] Its also a name that is made from Lee (李) which is the surname of his mother and lu (鏤), which means to inscribe his name on something.[4]

He is known as "Indonesia's Prince," given his popularity in that country.[5]

Early life and education

Eru was born Jo Seong-hyeon on July 5, 1983, in New York City to South Korean parents.[6][1] He is the second and youngest son of one of the most popular veteran South Korean trot singers, Tae Jin-ah.[7]

Eru lived in New York until he was 7 years old,[8] then his family moved to South Korea, where he attended numerous international schools including Seoul American High School. In 2003, Eru attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music (Piano Department) in Boston.[8][9][10] Eru entered the K-Pop scene himself during a break from Berklee.[9]

In late December 2007, Eru released a statement revealing his intentions of fulfilling his military service duties in the latter half of 2008, since he became a Korean citizen 2 years ago.[1]

On May 1, 2008, Eru entered the boot camp to start his mandatory military service at Nonsan Military Training Center. Eru stayed there for four weeks to receive basic training and was subsequently assigned to public service duty. He completed his duty within two years, and returned home on May 27, 2010.[11]

In addition to his singing activities, he was attending Dankook University.[12]

Career

Pre-debut

Eru wanted to be a producer so he composed many songs.[7] But after a while, he decided that he did not want other people to sing his songs. He wanted to sing them himself. He thought that the person who composes the songs understands them better. That's when he decided to become a singer.[7]

Eru went through two years of training before making his debut as a singer in 2005.[9] Eru's debut album included works from musicians such as Joo Young-hoon, Lee Hyun-jung (the composer of Big Mama's "Break Away"), and vocal trainer No Young Joo, who trained BoA, Fly to the Sky and Lee Soo-young.[9] A 100-member string orchestra also participated in his debut album.[9]

Debut

Eru debuted with released his first single from his 1st album was "다시 태어나도" (""If I Was Reborn"") on September 5, 2005. Eru released his 2nd album Level II on September 16, 2006. The first single from his 2nd album, "까만안경" ("Black Glasses") which features singer Daylight, gained significant popularity among young people and topped on- and offline charts.[13] The song would later be showered with numerous awards, including Jukeon's song of the month (October 2006) and SBS's Bonsang Award. After the huge success of "까만안경", Eru released his second single "흰눈" ("White Snow"), which he wrote himself.[14] "흰눈" was also successful, reaching #1 on various online charts and winning several awards, including Cyworld's Song of the Month (January 2007).[15][16] The music video for "흰눈" was shot in Sapporo, Japan[14] and featured Eru and entertainer Lee Hyun-ji. Aside from his own music videos, Eru appeared in female singer Magolpi's debut music video "Flight Girl", where his role was as a composer, along with six other Korean artists, including Yoochun of TVXQ, Kangin, Heechul and Shindong of Super Junior, Park Joon-hyung of g.o.d, and Kim Jang-hoon.

Eru released his 3rd album Eru Returns on September 19, 2007, and it became the #1 album during October 2007, selling 42,228 copies in South Korea.[17] The lead single from this album, "둘이라서" ("Because We Are Two"), enjoyed enormous popularity, winning SBS's Bonsang Award.[18] The music video for this song featured celebrities Ahn Sung-ki, Bong Tae-gyu and Park Joong-hoon. Eru also released "겨울나기" ("Wintering") and "마네킹" ("Mannequin")" as singles from Eru Returns. The star-studded music video cast for "겨울나기" included Eru, actresses Lee So-yeon and Kim Ja-ok, actor Park Sang-myun, trot singers Tae Jin-ah and Song Dae-kwan, comedians Lee Kyung-kyu and Ji Sang-ryeol, singer Kim Heung-gook, and others.[19] His first solo concert took place on February 16, 2008, in South Korea.[20]

Eru released a music video titled "White Tears," his single for his fourth album. His fourth album was released on August 23, 2010. In 2013, he collaborated with Indonesian comedian Sule in a multi-lingual music video titled "Saranghaeyo".[21]

In 2017, Eru had a supporting role in the drama series You Are Too Much, where his character Park Hyun-Sung had increased screen time in later episodes, and he also sung the end credits song "Sad Love".Script error: No such module "Unsubst".

Scandal

In September 2010, Eru was accused by ex-girlfriend Choi Hee-jin, a song lyricist, that Eru's father, Tae Jin-ah, forced her to get an abortion after she became pregnant, and tried to give her US$2,000 that she claimed she didn't accept. She aired her claims on her Cyworld account.[22][23]Script error: No such module "Unsubst".[24]Script error: No such module "Unsubst". Choi was later arrested for online slander and blackmail of Tae Jin-ah and Eru.[25]

Discography

Studio albums

Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[26][27]
Begin to Breathe
  • Released: September 5, 2005
  • Label: Jinah Production
  • Format: CD, cassette
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  1. If I Was Reborn (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  2. Sorry (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Finding Lost Memories (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  4. What Do I Do? (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  5. Speak (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  6. The Similar Person (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  7. If I Could Go Back (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  8. Life
  9. You Don't Know (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  10. Until Forever After (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  11. Always (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
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Level II
  • Released: September 28, 2006
  • Label: Eru Entertainment
  • Format: CD, cassette
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  1. Black Glasses (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  2. Come Back to Me (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Not to be Late (늦지 않기를..)
  4. I'll Promise
  5. Leave (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  6. With You
  7. Heartbreak (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  8. White Snow (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  9. Because I Love You (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  10. Okkyungi (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
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Eru Returns
  • Released: September 20, 2007
  • Label: Jinah Production
  • Format: CD, cassette
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  1. Because We Are Two (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  2. Did you love me (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Wintering (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  4. Love is sad talk (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  5. Mannequin (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  6. I Love You (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  7. Disguise (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  8. I'm Happy (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  9. She's Crying 그녀가 울어요
  10. One Word (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  11. Greetings (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
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Got To Be
  • Released: August 19, 2010
  • Label: Eru Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
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  1. Time (feat. Shorry J of Mighty Mouth)
  2. 'White Tears (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Confession (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  4. After Being Late (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  5. Love Melody (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler) (KBS 2TV 솔약국집 아들들 OST)
  6. Even If I Say I Love You Again (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  7. If Only..
  8. Think About It (feat. Joohee of 8Eight) (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  9. I Hate You (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  10. Love Me Even If We Separate (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  11. I Believe In Love (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  12. White Tears (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler) (Inst.)
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Extended plays

Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[27]
Feel Brand New
  • Released: April 24, 2011
  • Label: Eru Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
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  1. Countrified And Immature (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  2. Beautiful (feat. Sangchu of Mighty Mouth) (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Try To Forget (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  4. Strong Woman (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  5. Countrified And Immature (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler) (Inst.)
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Feel Brand New Part 2
  • Released: August 8, 2012
  • Label: Eru Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
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  1. I Hate You (feat. Junhyung) (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  2. Drive (feat. Shorry J of Mighty Mouth) (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  3. Don't Say It (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  4. Highlight (feat. Ailee) (Script error: No such module "Lang".Template:Category handler)
  5. So Bad
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Singles

Filmography

Television series

Year Title Role Notes
2017 You Are Too Much Park Hyun-sung
2019 Angel's Last Mission: Love Ko Sung-min
2020 Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny Lee Ha-jeon
Man in a Veil Choi Joon-seok
2021 A Good Supper Choi Sung-chan
At a Distance, Spring Is Green Park Shi-jae [33]
Young Lady and Gentleman Ko Jung-woo
2022 Sponsor Michael Cameo[34]
TBA Four Men[35] Moon Ho-seong TBA

Awards

Year Award
2005
2006
  • Jukeon Digital Music Awards - Digital Music Award "Black Glasses" (December 22)
  • MTV 16th Seoul Music Awards - Digital Music Award (December 1)
  • MTV 16th Seoul Music Awards - Bonsang Award (December 1)
  • Mnet 21st Golden Disk Awards - Digital Popularity Award (December 14)[38][39]
  • SBS Gayo Daejun - Bonsang Award (December 29).Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
2008
  • 17th Seoul Music Awards: Bonsang Award (January 31)[18]

References

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  7. ↑ a b c The Korea Times Soaring Higher than an Eagle, Eru. Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  8. ↑ a b Template:In langSports Hankooki.이루 음악위해 "45kg 체중 뺐다". Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  9. ↑ a b c d e KBS World. Eru Template:Webarchive. Retrieved March 14, 2008.
  10. ↑ Template:In lang Epg.이루 (ERU) Template:Webarchive; retrieved March 15, 2008.
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  13. ↑ KBS World. Ballads Likely to Enjoy Popularity Template:Webarchive. Retrieved March 14, 2008.
  14. ↑ a b Arirang TV.Eru-White Snow Template:Webarchive Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  15. ↑ Template:In lang Empas News.이루 '흰눈' 싸이월드 가장 인기있는 'Song Of The Month' 수상 (Eru 'White Snow' Cyworld Most Popular 'Song Of The Month' Award). Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  16. ↑ Template:In lang My Daily.이루 "제 노래 알아봐준 네티즌에 감사" . Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  17. ↑ Template:In lang Miak. Music Industry Association of Korea: Album Sales For The Month Of October 2007 Template:Webarchive. Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  18. ↑ a b KBS Global.The 17th Seoul Music Awards Winners Template:Webarchive. Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  19. ↑ Arirang TV. Another dream team stars in Eru's music video! Template:Webarchive Retrieved March 14, 2008.
  20. ↑ Template:In lang GoNews.이루, 첫 번째 단독콘서트 (ERU 1st Concert). Retrieved March 15, 2008.
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  37. ↑ KOFICE 2nd Asia Song Festival Template:Webarchive 11 November 2005. Retrieved 2011-10-12
  38. ↑ Template:In lang 일간스포츠.이루 디지털 음원 인기상 (Eru Digital Popularity Award) Template:Webarchive. Retrieved March 15, 2008.
  39. ↑ Template:In lang My Daily.이루, 골든디스크 디지털 최고인기 (Eru, Golden Disk Digital Popularity). Retrieved March 15, 2008.

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