Jyongri attended Osaka International School, and is fluent in both English and Japanese. She began learning to play the piano at the age of eight. In 2004, when she was 15 years old, she attended a 5 week long summer program at the Berklee College of Music.
She released her second single, "Hop, Step, Jump!", on February 21, 2007. Her first album, Close to Fantasy, was released on March 21, 2007.
On 6th April 2007, Square-Enix announced that Jyongri will be singing the theme song, "Lullaby For You", for the Nintendo DS game "It's a Wonderful World".
Name: JYONGRI (ジョンリ)
Birthday: August 30, 1988
Blood Type: O
Height: 161cm
Favorite artists: Lauryn Hill, Alicia Keys, Dreams Come True, Ketsumeishi, Utada Hikaru, Sarah McLachlan, aiko, Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, Whitney Houston, Billy Joel, Jamie Cullum, Jewel, John Mayer, Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, Spitz, Otaka Yuzaki
Hobbies: Everything to do with music!
Special skills: Mixing English and Japanese while talking, blind touch, detailed handicraft work
Favorite books: "The Notebook" by Nicholas Sparks, "The Five People you Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom, "1 Litre no Namida"
Favorite movies: Sister Act 1 & 2
Admired people: Utada Hikaru, Alicia Keys, Norah Jones, Dreams Come True
Dream: Become a person who can respected, even if only be one person; have someone say "I understand that feeling" and "That! That's the feeling I couldn't express, but wanted to!" while listening to my songs; singing while being surrounded by fans
Things I'm into recently: Watching sports, cooking
Favorite words/phrases: "Muchuu! (in a daze)," "jounetsu! (passion)," "sen ni hitotsu. (one in a thousand)," "mono wa kangaeyou. (you are what you think you are)"
Weaknesses: Sports, compliments, holding-in a laugh, insects
Motto: "Don't worry, be happy!," "Your dreams will come true!," "The greatest thing you'll ever learn, is to love and to be loved in return."
First CD I bought: "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill"
Stay
JYONGRI Lyrics
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I can feel the power of the night, a big desire
Time, emotion in my eyes, you know my game
I can't leave without my love tonight, I'm crazy
Why, in the middle of the night
I call your name
My love is ready all the time
Stay, forever my game is good to play
Incredible story if you
Stay, I need you today
My heart is on fire, please don't leave
This way
Stay, whenever you want to feel the same
Forever I need you if you
Stay, my heart is okay
Together we'll spend our life forever more
Time, you make me feel so high, it's right tonight
I can get the rhythm of tonight, a good vibration
Time, my dream is not delight, you know again
I can see your love without my tears, oh baby
Why, in the middle of the night
I call your name
Save my heart, it's beatin' fast
My love is ready all the time
Stay, forever my game is good to play
Incredible story if you
Stay, I need you today
My heart is on fire, please don't leave
This way
Stay, whenever you want to feel the same
Forever I need you if you
Stay, my heart is okay
Together we'll spend our life forever more
Stay, forever my game is good to play
Incredible story if you
Stay, I need you today
My heart is on fire, please don't leave
This way
Stay, whenever you want to feel the same
Forever I need you if you
Stay, my heart is okay
Together we'll spend our life forever more
Stay, forever my game is good to play
Incredible story if you
Stay, I need you today
My heart is on fire, please don't leave
This way
Stay, whenever you want to feel the same
Forever I need you if you
Stay, my heart is okay
Together we'll spend our life forever more
Stay
The lyrics of JYONGRI's song "Stay" speak to the desperation and overwhelming desire of the singer to have their love stay with them. The first stanza talks about the power of time and how the future is on their mind, and they know the game. They have a big desire and can feel the power of the night, implying they are ready to take action and are consumed by passion. The second stanza talks about how emotion is in their eyes, and the lover knows their game. They can't leave without their love tonight, and they are crazy with longing. The chorus repeats the word "stay" and emphasizes how the singer's heart is on fire, and they need their lover to stay with them. They are ready all the time and want to spend their life together forever more.
The song's structure flows smoothly, with each verse and chorus building on the previous one's emotions. The lyrics portray a person who is deeply in love and isn't afraid to show it. The repetition of the word "stay" reinforces the message of the song, conveying the singer's desperation and willingness to do whatever it takes to keep their love. The lyrics are complemented by the upbeat and catchy melody that adds to the song's emotional intensity.
Overall, "Stay" is a well-crafted song that speaks to the universal feeling of wanting someone to stay with us. It is relatable to anyone who has experienced the overwhelming desire to keep their loved ones close.
Line by Line Meaning
Time, the future's in my mind, I know the game
I am aware of the game of love and think about the future constantly.
I can feel the power of the night, a big desire
At night, my desire for love and companionship grows stronger.
Time, emotion in my eyes, you know my game
My eyes reflect the emotions I feel, and you understand how I operate in love.
I can't leave without my love tonight, I'm crazy
I am willing to do anything to be with you tonight, and my love for you might make me seem crazy.
Why, in the middle of the night
I call your name
I can't help but call out your name in the middle of the night, as I think of you constantly.
Save my heart, it's beatin' fast
My love is ready all the time
My heart beats fast for you, and I am always ready to love you.
Stay, forever my game is good to play
Incredible story if you
Stay, I need you today
My heart is on fire, please don't leave
This way
If you stay with me, we can create an incredible love story together. I need you and my passion burns for you. Please don't leave me alone.
Stay, whenever you want to feel the same
Forever I need you if you
Stay, my heart is okay
Together we'll spend our life forever more
Whenever you want a love like this, I am here. I need you forever if you stay. My heart is content with you, and we will spend a lifetime together.
Time, you make me feel so high, it's right tonight
I can get the rhythm of tonight, a good vibration
You make me feel euphoric and in sync. I feel the energy of tonight and it is a good feeling.
Time, my dream is not delight, you know again
I can see your love without my tears, oh baby
My dream is not just a fleeting delight, it is a reality with you. I can see your love for me clearly, and it fills me with happiness.
Writer(s): Jason Ingram, Joy Elizabeth Williams, Simon Wilcox, Chaka Khan Copyright: J Ingram Music, Wordspring Music LLC, American Broadcasting Music Inc., New Spring Publishing Inc., Hypnotizing Boogie Publishing, Emi April Music (Canada) Ltd., MCA Music Publishing A.D.O. Universal S
Contributed by Jake N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
BuceDa Caboose
JYONGRI! I was a huge fan of yours when I heard “Winter Love Story” and your music randomly popped back into my mind so decided to look you up on YouTube and didn’t know you were still active! One of the older J-Pop acts I used to listen to that’s still active thankfully. Can’t wait for future releases!
Blaze Crow
Love this song and merry Christmas!
Shaxuan Gukou
JYONGRIさんの音楽好きです！
ayayapudding
素敵です。本当にいい声🥰
肖银平
好喜欢你的歌曲
Jun Watahiki
素敵なクリスマスプレゼントをありがとうございます
StrayPM JYP Nation
Your so beautiful and talented I wish you could collab, with Nichkhun from 2pm. I'm about to recommend this on his ig.