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Lia (South Korean singer)
South Korean singer (born 2000) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Choi Ji-su (Korean: 최지수; born July 21, 2000), known mononymously as Lia (Korean: 리아), is a South Korean singer. She is a member of the South Korean girl group Itzy, formed by JYP Entertainment in 2019.
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Early life
Lia was born on July 21, 2000, as Choi Ji-su, in Incheon, South Korea. While in elementary school, she moved to Toronto, Canada. She initially passed an audition for SM Entertainment but backed out due to a disagreement with her parents.[1] Lia returned to South Korea and attended North London Collegiate School Jeju.[1] In 2017, she passed an audition for JYP Entertainment and trained for two years.[2] She later graduated from the School of Performing Arts Seoul.[3]
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Career
2019–present: Debut with Itzy
On February 12, 2019, Lia officially debuted as a member of Itzy with the release of their first single album, It'z Different, and the music video for its lead single "Dalla Dalla".[4][5][6] In 2022, she released her solo song "Always Be Your Star" for MBC's The Red Sleeve.[7] Later that year, she recorded "Blue Flower" for tvN's Alchemy of Souls 2, which peaked at number 184 on the Circle Chart.[8] On May 26, 2023, Lia released "One Hundred Love" for the original soundtrack of Dr. Romantic.[9]
On September 18, JYP Entertainment announced that Lia would be taking a hiatus to focus on treatment for anxiety.[10] During her break, she released "Blossom", a solo track dedicated to her fans, which she co-wrote with Sim Eun-ji as part of Itzy's solo performances on the EP Born to Be.[11][12]
On July 9, 2024, JYP Entertainment announced that Lia would resume activities with Itzy, starting with a new album set for release in the second half of the year.[13] In the same year, she recorded "Why Not" for SBS's The Fiery Priest 2, and "Woodahe" for JTBC's The Tale of Lady Ok.[14][15]
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Other ventures
Fashion
In March 2023, Lia was featured in a solo pictorial for Elle Korea, where she shared her personal style and reflections.[16] In the accompanying interview, she discussed Itzy's identity, emphasizing the importance of living authentically and spreading positive energy. She also reflected on her personal growth and journey alongside Itzy.[17]
Philanthropy
In August 2022, Lia donated ₩30 million (US$23,229.76) to The Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to support flood victims.[18] In December 2023, she donated ₩30 million (US$22,976.84) to the National Cancer Center Foundation to support pediatric cancer patients.[19]
Discography
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Soundtrack appearances
Composition credits
All song credits are adapted from the Korea Music Copyright Association's database unless stated otherwise.[25]
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Filmography
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Notes
- "One Hundred Love" did not enter the Circle Digital Chart, but peaked at number 10 and 122 on Circle BGM Chart and Circle Download Chart, respectively.[23][24]
References
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