Jay Park Set to Release New Full-Length Album 'THE ONE YOU WANTED'
Sharon Jung / Published September 22, 2024 08:54 PM
Sharon Jung
Courtesy of More Vision
Singer and producer Jay Park is making a highly anticipated return to the music scene with the release of his first full-length album in five years, THE ONE YOU WANTED, slated for October 8, 2024. This marks his first major album release since his 2019 album The Road Less Traveled, signaling a comeback to his R&B roots.
The announcement came through a prologue video released by his agency, MORE VISION, where Jay Park shared his excitement about the new project. "This is a Jay Park style R&B album, presented for the first time in about 8 years since the 2016 album EVERYTHING YOU WANTED," he revealed. He expressed his confidence in the album's lead single, saying, "I finally have a title track worthy of its name. It will be filled with a sophisticated vibe." This comment reflects Jay Park's commitment to crafting an album that showcases artistic depth, rather than merely following current trends in the music industry.
The album promises to feature high-profile collaborations with renowned artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, YG, and P-Lo, along with ISOL, a trainee from MORE VISION. The tracklist comprises songs that Jay Park has been working on since 2017, ensuring a rich blend of his signature R&B sound and fresh, contemporary elements. His last R&B album, EVERYTHING YOU WANTED (2016), earned him critical acclaim, including the prestigious Musician of the Year award and the Best R&B and Soul Music award at the Korean Music Awards.
Jay Park’s career trajectory is a testament to his versatility as both an artist and an entrepreneur. After debuting with the K-pop group 2PM in 2008, he went solo in 2009, releasing a series of hit songs such as "Joah" (2014) and "Mommae" (2015). His influence expanded beyond music when he founded AOMG in 2013, a label that became a powerhouse in the Korean hip-hop scene, housing artists like Loco and GRAY. In 2021, he founded a new label, MORE VISION, after stepping down from AOMG and H1ghr Music, and in 2022, he ventured into the liquor industry with the launch of his soju brand, Won Soju.
Earlier this year, Jay Park unveiled a new large-scale project titled "Jay Park Season," releasing several songs in April, May, and August. He has also been preparing to debut a K-pop group under MORE VISION, with a timeline of one to two years for their debut. This multifaceted approach demonstrates Jay Park’s continual ambition to reshape and influence not only Korean music but also the broader entertainment industry.
With THE ONE YOU WANTED, Jay Park’s return is expected to leave a significant mark on the R&B genre and the Korean music market as a whole. His ability to consistently innovate while staying true to his artistic roots is what sets him apart, and this album is poised to reinforce his standing as one of Korea’s most dynamic musicians. Fans and critics alike eagerly await what the artist has described as a “meaningful” project for both himself and the industry.
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Courtesy of More Vision
Singer and producer Jay Park is making a highly anticipated return to the music scene with the release of his first full-length album in five years, THE ONE YOU WANTED, slated for October 8, 2024. This marks his first major album release since his 2019 album The Road Less Traveled, signaling a comeback to his R&B roots.
The announcement came through a prologue video released by his agency, MORE VISION, where Jay Park shared his excitement about the new project. "This is a Jay Park style R&B album, presented for the first time in about 8 years since the 2016 album EVERYTHING YOU WANTED," he revealed. He expressed his confidence in the album's lead single, saying, "I finally have a title track worthy of its name. It will be filled with a sophisticated vibe." This comment reflects Jay Park's commitment to crafting an album that showcases artistic depth, rather than merely following current trends in the music industry.
The album promises to feature high-profile collaborations with renowned artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, YG, and P-Lo, along with ISOL, a trainee from MORE VISION. The tracklist comprises songs that Jay Park has been working on since 2017, ensuring a rich blend of his signature R&B sound and fresh, contemporary elements. His last R&B album, EVERYTHING YOU WANTED (2016), earned him critical acclaim, including the prestigious Musician of the Year award and the Best R&B and Soul Music award at the Korean Music Awards.
Jay Park’s career trajectory is a testament to his versatility as both an artist and an entrepreneur. After debuting with the K-pop group 2PM in 2008, he went solo in 2009, releasing a series of hit songs such as "Joah" (2014) and "Mommae" (2015). His influence expanded beyond music when he founded AOMG in 2013, a label that became a powerhouse in the Korean hip-hop scene, housing artists like Loco and GRAY. In 2021, he founded a new label, MORE VISION, after stepping down from AOMG and H1ghr Music, and in 2022, he ventured into the liquor industry with the launch of his soju brand, Won Soju.
Earlier this year, Jay Park unveiled a new large-scale project titled "Jay Park Season," releasing several songs in April, May, and August. He has also been preparing to debut a K-pop group under MORE VISION, with a timeline of one to two years for their debut. This multifaceted approach demonstrates Jay Park’s continual ambition to reshape and influence not only Korean music but also the broader entertainment industry.
With THE ONE YOU WANTED, Jay Park’s return is expected to leave a significant mark on the R&B genre and the Korean music market as a whole. His ability to consistently innovate while staying true to his artistic roots is what sets him apart, and this album is poised to reinforce his standing as one of Korea’s most dynamic musicians. Fans and critics alike eagerly await what the artist has described as a “meaningful” project for both himself and the industry.
