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In this Korean name, the family name is Hwang.

Yeji
Yeji in September 2024
Born
Hwang Ye-ji

(2000-05-26) May 26, 2000 (age 24)
Seoul, South Korea
EducationJeonju Commercial Information High School
Occupations
  • Singer
  • dancer
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentVocals
Years active2019–present
Labels
Member of
Korean name
Hangul
황예지
Revised RomanizationHwang Yeji
McCune–ReischauerHwang Yechi
Signature

Hwang Ye-ji (Korean: 황예지; born May 26, 2000), known mononymously as Yeji, is a South Korean singer and dancer. She is the leader of the South Korean girl group Itzy, formed by JYP Entertainment in 2019.

Yeji has collaborated with artists such as Bebe Rexha and contributed to the soundtrack of the television series, Love Your Enemy.

Early life

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Hwang Ye-ji was born on May 26, 2000,[1] in Seoul, South Korea; but grew up in the southwestern city of Jeonju.[2][3] She started dancing at a very young age. However, it wasn't until eighth grade that Yeji began to take dance seriously.[2] She graduated from Jeonju Commercial Information High School.[4]

Career

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2015–2018: Pre-debut

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In 2015, Yeji auditioned for JYP Entertainment by performing Twice's song "Like Ooh-Ahh" and joined the company as a trainee the same year.[5][6] In the same year, she made a cameo appearance in episode 8 of the South Korean television series Second 20s.[7] Later, in 2017, she appeared on Stray Kids, alongside her future groupmates.[8][9]

Yeji first rose to domestic fame in 2018 when she appeared on the South Korean competition show The Fan [ko].[10][11] Although she was eliminated in the second round, her performance captured the attention of many viewers and led her to top Naver's real-time search rankings. Following her appearance on the show, Junho of 2PM described her as "JYP's secret weapon".[12][13]

2019–present: Debut with Itzy and solo activities

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Main article: Itzy
Yeji at Itzy's debut showcase in February 2019

On February 12, 2019, Yeji debuted as the leader, dancer, and vocalist of Itzy.[14] The group debuted with the single album It'z Different, led by the single "Dalla Dalla".[15][16] On June 2021, she became a special MC on Show! Music Core.[17]

In June 2022, Yeji, along with bandmate Ryujin, performed Bebe Rexha's "Break My Heart Myself" in the "MIX & MAX" series by Studio Choom, gaining significant attention on YouTube. Following the cover's success, Yeji collaborated with Bebe Rexha on the remix of the track along with bandmate Ryujin, landing at number 120 on the Circle Download Chart for the week of July 24–30, 2022 upon its release.[18][19] This collaboration led to a special performance at KCON LA, where Bebe Rexha joined Yeji and Ryujin on stage to perform the song in August.[20]

In November 2023, Yeji, alongside bandmate Chaeryeong, appeared as a mentor on the SBS reality survival series Universe Ticket.[21] On December 20, Yeji released a music video for her solo track titled "Crown On My Head", which landed at number 43 on the Circle Download Chart for the week of January 7–13, 2024.[22] The song was later released as one of the tracks in Itzy's Born to Be.[23]

On Decmber 1, 2024, Yeji released her first OST, "Think about you", for the TvN's television series, Love Your Enemy.[24] The track, composed by Ha Keun-young, features a retro band sound and marks her debut as a solo OST artist.[25] The song debuted at number 67 on the Circle Download Chart for the week of December 1 to 7.[26]

In 2024, Yeji was ranked 96th by Billboard in their K-Pop Artist 100 chart.[27]

Artistry

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On March 19, 2021, Yeji was chosen as Studio Choom's "Artist of the Month", becoming the fifth artist to appear in their YouTube series, where she covered "River" by Bishop Briggs and shared insights into her dance journey.[28] She earned one trophy and three NYX awards for her appearance in the series.[29][30][31]

Other ventures

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Fashion and endorsements

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On August, 2022, Yeji and her fellow ITZY members were appointed as ambassadors for the Singaporean fashion brand Charles & Keith.[32] In 2023, Yeji appeared on the cover of W Korea's April issue.[33] The following month, she also appeared on the cover of Elle Korea alongside labelmate Felix.[34] In September 2024, Yeji made her solo debut at Milan Fashion Week by attending Dolce & Gabbana's Spring Summer 2025 show.[35]

Philanthropy

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In November 2023, Yeji participated in a fundraising event for the "Love Your W" campaign by W Korea, aimed at raising awareness about breast cancer.[36][37] She further demonstrated her commitment to the cause by joining W Korea's "Love Your W" charity event in October 2024.[38]

Personal life

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Health

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In December 2021, Yeji sustained a back injury during pre-recording for the 2021 Asia Artist Awards, which led to her absence from the event on medical advice.[39][40]

Discography

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For Yeji's discography with Itzy, see Itzy discography.

Songs

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List of songs, with selected chart positions, showing year released and album title
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
KOR
[22] 		US
World
"Crown On My Head" 2024 43 — Born to Be
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List of singles, showing year released, selected chart positions and name of the album
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
KOR
[18] 		US
World
"Break My Heart Myself"
(Bebe Rexha along with Ryujin) 		2022 120 — Non-album single

Soundtrack appearances

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List of singles, showing year released, selected chart positions and name of the album
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
KOR
[26] 		US
World
"Think about you"
 2024 67 — Love Your Enemy OST Part 3[41]

Composition credits

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All song credits are adapted from the Korea Music Copyright Association's database unless stated otherwise.[42]

List of songs, showing year released, artist name, and name of the album
Year Artist Song Album Lyricist Composition Ref.
Credited With Credited With
2024 Herself "Crown on My Head" Born to Be Yes Friday (Galactika), Jvde (Galactika) Yes War of Stars (Galactika), Pablo (Galactika), Woobin [43]

Videography

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Music videos

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List of music videos, showing year released, and directors
Title Year Director(s) Ref.
"Crown On My Head" 2023 Ha Jeong-hoon, Lee Hye-sung
(Hattrick) 		[44]

Filmography

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For Yeji's filmography with Itzy, see Itzy filmography.

Television shows

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 Stray Kids Participant Appeared in episode 1 [9]
2018 The Fan [ko] Contestant Eliminated in the 5th episode. [45]
2023 Universe Ticket Mentor [46]

Hosting

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Year Title Notes Ref.
2021 Show! Music Core Special MC [17]

References

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  2. ^ a b Lau, Jack (February 1, 2020). "Itzy's Yeji: she hated dancing once and soccer was her plan B". South China Morning Post. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
  3. ^ Lee, Jeong-beom (February 13, 2019). "[현장] 있지(ITZY) 황예지-신류진-이채령-신유나-리아, 선대 JYP 걸그룹 데뷔곡 커버 댄스로 눈길" [On-site] Hwang Ye-ji - Shin Ryu-jin - Lee Chae-ryeong - Shin Yuna - Lia of ITZY, attract attention with the cover dance of the debut song of the previous JYP girl group]. Top Star News (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 11, 2023. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
  4. ^ Kim, Jae-chun (March 8, 2019). 전주가 낳고 JYP가 키운 걸그룹 ’ITZY(있지)’ 리더 예지 [Yeji, the leader of the girl group 'ITZY' born in Jeonju and raised by JYP]. Domin Ilbo. Archived from the original on May 2, 2021. Retrieved December 12, 2024.
  5. ^ Pham, Jason (August 11, 2020). "Here's How ITZY's 5 Members Were Discovered Before They Became K-Pop Stars". StyleCaster. Retrieved September 11, 2024.
  6. ^ Hong, Dam-young (February 12, 2019). "ITZY setting out to become 'unprecedented' super-rookie". The Korea Herald. Archived from the original on July 11, 2020. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  7. ^ Second 20s Choi Ji-woo's first release of her dance skills! Second 20s Ep8 (in Korean). TvN. September 19, 2015. Retrieved December 11, 2024 – via YouTube.
  8. ^ Stray Kids [1회 예고] 증명하지 못하면 데뷔할 수 없다! Stray Kids 171017 EP.1. Mnet TV. October 13, 2017. Retrieved December 12, 2024 – via YouTube.
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  13. ^ Chung, Ji Won (April 22, 2022). "5 K-pop idols dubbed 'secret weapons', from BTS' V and Blackpink's Jennie, to Aespa's Winter, Red Velvet's Seulgi and Itzy's Yeji – but who was popular even before their debut?". South China Morning Post. Archived from the original on May 15, 2024. Retrieved October 26, 2024.
  14. ^ Herman, Tamar (January 20, 2019). "JYP Entertainment Unveils New Girl Group ITZY". Billboard. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved May 30, 2022.
  15. ^ Herman, Tamar (February 11, 2019). "JYP Entertainment's New Girl Group Itzy Debuts With 'Dalla Dalla': Watch". Billboard. Archived from the original on March 29, 2019. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  16. ^ Park, Sae-jin (February 11, 2019). "TWICE's sister band ITZY drops debut song 'Dalla Dalla'". AJU News. Archived from the original on December 1, 2024. Retrieved October 26, 2024.
  17. ^ a b Hwang, Ji Young (June 19, 2021). '음악중심' 예지 스페셜MC…브레이브걸스·뱀뱀·유겸 컴백 ['Music Core' Yeji Special MC... Brave Girls, BamBam, Yugyeom Comeback]. Ilgan Sports. Retrieved October 26, 2024.
  18. ^ a b "Download Chart – Week 31 of 2022". Circle Music Chart (in Korean). Archived from the original on August 4, 2022. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  19. ^ Benjamin, Jeff (July 29, 2022). "ITZY's Yeji & Ryujin Join Bebe Rexha on 'Break My Heart Myself' Remix After Viral K-Pop Performance". Billboard. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  20. ^ Yeo, Gladys (August 22, 2022). "Bebe Rexha joins ITZY's Yeji and Ryujin at KCON 2022 LA to perform 'Break My Heart Myself'". NME. Archived from the original on October 31, 2022. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  21. ^ Ziwei, Puah (August 21, 2023). "Meet the K-pop idols who will be the mentors and judges for SBS' 'Universe Ticket'". NME. Archived from the original on November 28, 2023. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
  22. ^ a b "Download Chart – Week 2 of 2024". Circle Music Chart (in Korean). Archived from the original on January 18, 2024. Retrieved December 10, 2024.
  23. ^ Yeo, Gladys (December 20, 2023). "ITZY's Yeji oozes confidence in music video for solo song, 'Crown On My Head'". NME. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
  24. ^ Jeon, Hyo-Jin (December 1, 2024). ITZY 예지, 주지훈정유미 몰입↑…‘사랑은 외나무다리에서’로 OST 데뷔 [DA:신곡] [ITZY Yeji, Joo Ji Hoon ♥ Jung Yu Mi Immersion↑… OST Debut with 'Love on a Single-Log Bridge' [DA: New Song]]. Sports Donga (in Korean). Archived from the original on December 6, 2024. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
  25. ^ Yoo, Soo-Yeon (December 1, 2024). ITZY 예지, 데뷔 첫 솔로 OST...'사랑은 외나무다리에서' OST 세 번째 주자 출격 [ITZY Yeji, first solo OST since debut...'Love on a Single-Log Bridge' OST third runner]. Chosun Biz. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
  26. ^ a b "Download Chart – 2024 Weeks 49". Circle Music Chart (in Korean). Archived from the original on December 12, 2024. Retrieved December 12, 2024.
  27. ^ Benjamin, Jeff (February 27, 2024). "The 2024 Billboard K-Pop Artist 100". Billboard. Archived from the original on March 19, 2024. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  28. ^ Kwak, Hyeon-su (March 12, 2021). ITZY 예지, 스튜디오 춤 '아티스트 오브 더 먼스' 3월 주인공 [Itzy Yeji, the main character of March Studio Choom 'Artist of the Month']. Sports Donga (in Korean). Archived from the original on July 5, 2024. Retrieved July 4, 2024.
  29. ^ Lee, Seol (November 8, 2021). "'스튜디오 춤', 전 세계서 通했다! '2021 NYX 비디오 어워즈' 3관왕" ['Studio Dance', a worldwide hit! '2021 NYX Video Awards' 3-crown winner]. FN News (파이낸셜뉴스). Retrieved October 26, 2024.
  30. ^ Ji, Min-kyeong (April 16, 2021). "ITZY 예지, '스튜디오 춤' 단독 퍼포먼스 영상 1000만 뷰 돌파" [ITZY Yeji's 'Studio Choom' Solo Performance Video Exceed 10 million views]. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). Archived from the original on July 10, 2024. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  31. ^ Park, Se-yeon (April 11, 2023). "있지 예지 단독 '스튜디오 춤' 5천만뷰 대기록" [ITZY Yeji Individual 'Studio Choom' hits a record of 50 million views]. Maeil Business Newspaper (in Korean). Archived from the original on July 10, 2024. Retrieved July 5, 2023.
  32. ^ Seong, Seong-Jin (August 3, 2022). "있지, 패션 브랜드 '찰스앤키스' 홍보대사 발탁" [ITZY selected as ambassador for fashion brand 'Charles & Keith']. Sports Hankooki. Archived from the original on August 25, 2022. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  33. ^ Kwon, Eun-kyung (March 21, 2023). "있지(Itzy) 예지의 좌우명은?" [ITZY's Yeji is perfect when she's herself?]. W Korea (in Korean). Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved September 10, 2024.
  34. ^ Imaru (April 18, 2023). "Elle May Issue Double Cover Star Felix and Yeji's Explosive Energy". Elle Korea. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
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  37. ^ W (December 21, 2023). "별들이 내려앉은 밤, LOVE YOUR W 2023 – 2" [The night the stars fell, LOVE YOUR W 2023 – 2]. W Korea (in Korean). Archived from the original on September 13, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  38. ^ Kim, Ja-hye; Jeong, Hye-mi; Jang, Jin-young (October 21, 2024). "Love Your W 2024 Celebrities Who Joined Spreading Good Influence – Part 1". W Korea. Archived from the original on November 8, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  39. ^ Park, Hanbitnuri (December 2, 2021). "ITZY's Yeji, Back Injury, Will Not Attend '2021 AAA'". W Korea. Archived from the original on May 22, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  40. ^ Cho, Yeon-kyung (December 2, 2021). 있지 예지 '2021 AAA' 불참 "사전녹화中 허리부상"[공식] [Yeseezy Yeji will not attend '2021 AAA' "Back injury during pre-recording" [Official]]. Ilgan Sports. Retrieved October 26, 2024.
  41. ^ Hwang, Mi-hyeon (December 1, 2024). 있지 예지, 데뷔 후 첫 솔로 OST 가창…몽환 보이스 [Yes, Yeji, first solo OST since debut… dreamy voice]. News1. Archived from the original on December 11, 2024. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  42. ^ "Songs Registered Under Yeji (10041363)". Korea Music Copyright Association (in Korean). Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  43. ^ Cho, Seong-woon (December 4, 2023). "ITZY(있지), 내년 1월 8일 새 앨범→2월 말 월드투어 포문" [ITZY, new album on January 8th next year → World tour kicks off at the end of February]. Sports Donga (in Korean). Archived from the original on November 30, 2024. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
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  45. ^ Lee, Kun-hee (January 28, 2019). "JYP, ITZY(있지) 개인 티저 공개...첫 주자는 '더 팬'에 출연한 예지" [JYP, ITZY (Itzy) personal teaser release... The first runner is Yeji who appeared in 'The Fan']. Asia Economy (아시아경제) (in Korean). Archived from the original on December 11, 2024. Retrieved March 12, 2023.
  46. ^ Lim, Jeong-won (November 16, 2023). "'Universe Ticket' will be the key to eight girls' K-pop idol dreams". Korea JoongAng Daily. Archived from the original on April 29, 2024. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
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